The story of Shokugeki begins when Alice picks him up and brings him home
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So much muscle, all cooked until tasty and not greasy at all?! He can eat five bowls of rice!
"What an excellent work! Then let me ask you, Bai Yuan, how does this stewed beef that you made reflect the vows of love?"
After a while, the two of them ate up all the stewed beef in the casserole in front of them, not wanting to let go of even a little bit of the juice! This is the real charm of glowing cuisine!
I don’t want to waste even a drop of juice or water, I want to eat it all!
"In my stewed beef, the texture of the beef gradually becomes sticky during the stewing process. This stickiness is not only a physical change, but also an emotional metaphor.
It symbolizes the inseparable and close emotional bond between lovers, which remains strong no matter how time passes.
This stickiness makes people feel the deep and lasting love when tasting it, as indestructible as a vow of love!"
Looking at the stewed beef that had been eaten up, Bai Yuan's mouth curled up, knowing in his heart that this was a sure thing, and the next step was the classic storytelling session!
"The length of time it takes to cook is the best interpretation of the depth and purity of this love.
In this process, every minute and every second is crucial! They are not just the passage of time, but also the accumulation and sublimation of emotions.
Just like the vows of love between lovers, they need the test and tempering of time to become more firm and deep. The same is true for this stewed beef. It requires a long and delicate stewing process to allow the beef to be fully integrated with spices and seasonings to achieve an extremely harmonious and perfect state. "
After saying this, Bai Yuan looked straight at the two of them. The fat old man and Ma Mei nodded repeatedly, savoring the taste carefully and indeed feeling his sincerity.
But then again, how can you make glowing food without putting in some effort?!
After all, this inquiry was just a process. Whether it would pass or not, everyone already had a decision in their minds based on this luminous dish.
"Boom~"
"Freelance chef Bai Yuan, qualified!"
After looking at each other, Ma Mei and the fat old man nodded to each other.
Then, the clear sound of a gong rang out, and a powerful voice came from the fat old man's mouth, spreading throughout the competition venue, making everyone's hearts tremble.
“I didn’t expect that a qualified candidate would appear so soon. It’s amazing!”
"You must be joking. This is glowing cuisine! It's something that only a five-star chef can cook. Even in Guangzhou, he'd be the best chef there!"
"It's incredible! He looks like he's barely 20 years old!"
"Ah, how come there is such a person participating in the special chef assessment this year? It is said that the gold content of the Guangzhou special chef assessment is very high, but no one has ever told me that it is so high!"
Seeing Bai Yuan pass the test in just one hour, a heated discussion broke out at the scene, and everyone looked at him with envy.
He is already able to create glowing dishes at such a young age. If he can make further progress in the future, he will be the top leader in the food industry!
"He actually made a glowing dish in the special-level assessment. This kid really has a bright future!
With the emergence of super-powered people in Chengdu, Shanghai, Xiamen and other places, the food industry is about to become lively again! A new golden age is about to begin! "
Thinking of the Bull Blue Dragon Slash that Bai Yuan had used earlier, he guessed that this guy was not an ordinary person. But he didn't expect that this guy could actually make glowing dishes!
Even if it was just a coincidence, he would still be at the level of a three-star chef. And if it wasn't a coincidence, then this guy would be really scary!
There are no more than 100 five-star chefs in the whole of China, and they are spread across every corner of the Chinese land. It is impossible to see them on a normal day!
"Then let's try the Chaoshan beef balls from Amu from Chaoweifang!"
Ma Mei reluctantly took her eyes off the casserole and walked to the Chaoshan beef balls made by Amu, but she was still thinking about the taste of stewed beef.
You know, even though she is a two-star chef, she has only made one shining-level dish so far.
Her brother is a little better. He can produce two or three dishes a month and every time he calls her to come over to taste them.
And every time she would put down everything she was doing and rush over without stopping, just to experience the taste of the glowing food and gain insights from it.
However, no matter whether it was her or her brother, the quality of the luminous dishes they made was inferior to the one in front of them.
Even luminous dishes have their own merits! The most obvious difference is the degree of radiance of the light.
Something like Bai Yuan, which can light up an entire room, is undoubtedly the top-notch among luminous dishes!
Damn it! I’ve had enough of this life where the elders are not as good as the elders and the younger ones are not as good as the younger ones!
"It has a chewy texture, the meat is tender and smooth, and the juice bursts in your mouth when you take a bite! It's really amazing!"
While tasting Amu’s food at Chaoweifang, the fat old man nodded as he spoke. Because of the heat, his voice was a little out of tune.
“The taste is delicious and mellow, fragrant but not greasy. Because there are not many spices, the original flavor is particularly prominent. It is really authentic Chaoshan beef balls!”
Hearing the fat old man's voice, Ma Mei quickly adjusted her state, re-entered the review mode, and began to evaluate seriously.
"So, Amu from Chaoweifang, how does your cooking reflect your vows?"
The fat old man put down his chopsticks and looked at Tiebi Amu with a serious expression. As long as the taste of the food is acceptable, it can be approved as long as the reason given is not too forced!
“My dishes have been refined over and over again to make the meat firmer and more chewy.
This persistence and pursuit of quality is just like the stability and unyielding nature of a mountain, symbolizing the firmness and reliability of a commitment. Just like a mountain oath, once made, it will never change.
The soup of the beef balls bursts when you bite them, it is fresh and rich, and every bite is an ultimate temptation to the taste buds, leaving you with an endless aftertaste.
The persistence and depth of this flavor are like a vow of love. Even as time goes by, the affection and commitment remain as fresh as ever.
Putting these two together makes a vow of eternal love!"
Shocking! It was hard to imagine that Amu, who looked rough, could say such delicate words! Ma Mei looked at him in surprise, then nodded.
"Boom~"
"Amu from Chaoweifang passed!"
The gong sounded, and Ma Mei loudly announced that she had passed the test and the second spot was taken.
Upon seeing this, the chefs on site all showed anxious looks on their faces. They no longer paid attention to others and silently sped up the cooking process.
The atmosphere became tense and depressing again!
Chapter 65: At dusk, the thousand-year-old fighting arena!
"I'm done! Please enjoy!"
Because the number of places is getting smaller and smaller.
Some people were worried that all the spots would be taken, so they hurriedly finished their preparations and came to Ma Mei and the fat old man with eager expressions on their faces.
Since the previous person had such a smooth life, he should be able to do it too! You know, he is also a little famous in Guangzhou!
However, the two people in front of him only took a bite and then put down their chopsticks.
“Not up to standard! If the taste is not up to standard, it is useless even if the content fits the theme. This is a hard indicator.
I hope you can take care of yourself and stop letting others influence you. This is the most taboo thing for a chef. Go and hone your skills for another year!"
Looking at the stunned expression of the man in front of him, the fat old man directly sentenced him to death. Before the dish reflects the theme, taste is more important!
If the taste of the food does not reach the top level, then even if it fits the theme best, it will definitely not pass the assessment!
This is a hard indicator!
"what!"
Hearing the fat old man's words, the man who was anxious to present the dishes screamed in pain, then rushed out of the special assessment site without looking back.
This also made the other people at the scene feel a chill in their hearts, and they silently returned their speed to normal, not seeking credit but avoiding mistakes.
At this moment, everyone understood in their hearts that this was not a simple speed competition where whoever finished cooking faster would pass!
"Welcome to taste Steak Diana, a classic French dish that has been passed down for a hundred years and is a unique oath of love for the French."
The French twins brought the steaks to the two judges. They finished cooking almost at the same time, and came to them from the left and right, speaking in slightly broken Chinese.
"Steak Diana? This is really a classic. It's a must-order steak for French people on a date. It's really related to the vows of love."
Ma Mei nodded. When she was young, she went to France to study for two years and had a boyfriend during that time.
During their relationship, the other party liked to take her to eat Diana Steak and introduced to her in detail what Diana Steak represented in France.
She was moved for a while at that time.
"Then let's start tasting."
The fat old man looked at the steak in front of him with an excited expression on his face. He was a meat lover and no matter what kind of meat it was, it could make him excited!
“This Maillard reaction is really beautiful! It’s done just right, the aroma just reaches its peak in this state, which is the best state!
If it is overdone, many harmful substances will be produced, and the aroma will be mixed with bitterness. Many Western chefs fail to grasp this point well. "
Observe the appearance before eating. Looking at the perfect Maillard reaction on the steak, the fat old man couldn't help but nod, his eyes full of appreciation.
He had worked as a chef abroad for 20 years, specializing in French cuisine, so he could naturally see the quality of these two Diana steaks.
It has definitely reached the top level of Western cuisine!
“The Diana steak made from eye steak is tender and juicy. Due to its moderate and evenly distributed fat content, it tastes both fresh and fragrant.
The upper loin steak Diana has a relatively chewy texture, especially the tendons on the outside, which add a unique texture to the steak and a strong steak flavor.
The fat old man nodded and compared the two kinds of meat. The taste of these two kinds of meat is different, but he personally prefers eye meat a little more.
Moreover, every star-rated French restaurant only uses eye meat for Diana steak.
Diana steak, which is upper sirloin meat, is mostly found in some small restaurants. Because of its low price and good taste, it has a market.
"There is no problem with the taste. Both are excellent. But do you really know what it means to use different parts of meat for Diana steak?"
Looking at the two boys and girls in front of her who were obviously inexperienced in the world, Ma Mei opened her eyes after tasting the food, and there was a hint of sadness in her voice.
“What’s the difference in using different types of meat?”
Aiden and Leah, the French blonde twins, looked at each other and saw confusion in each other's eyes. Mame's words really touched on their blind spots in knowledge.
"It seems like you really don't know. No wonder one of you served Diana steak made from top tenderloin."
Looking at the two Diana steaks in front of her, Ma Mei suddenly recalled a not-so-nice memory, also about her boyfriend.
"The best steak for Diana, if I remember correctly, should be the eye steak. The sirloin is a new version derived from the scarcity of the eye steak. Is there another story behind this?"
The fat old man was also a little confused. Although he had been cooking French food for more than 20 years and knew the stories behind the dishes, he only had an understanding and was not proficient in it.
“Although the top sirloin can be used to make Diana steak, the texture and taste are slightly inferior, and so is the price.
Therefore, in the French folk market, there is a saying that if you take your loved one, you should eat the eye of the steak, and if you take your not so loved one, you should eat the tenderloin.
Ma Mei's voice was deep. This was what a French friend told her when she was chatting with her friends about her love experience in France when she was about to return home.
And he also said that this is something every French person who has been in love knows.
If Steak Diana invites you to eat eye steak, it means that he is sincere. If Steak Diana invites you to eat top loin, it means that he just wants to develop a blushing and exciting relationship with you.
She felt like she was struck by lightning at that time, and felt that the sincerity she had given was severely wasted. No wonder the man did not hesitate at all when breaking up with her.
"Is it just because of some rumors among the people?"
Leah frowned slightly, as if she understood what Ma Mei wanted to say, and she spoke first, saying that she didn't want her brother to be eliminated so easily.
“It’s not just a rumor, because it concerned me so much that I looked up the history of Diana Steak.
This dish was originally developed by three-star chef, Ram Toth.
His wife loves steak, but because she eats it every day, she quickly got used to all the steaks on the market. And he loves his wife very much, so he developed dozens of steak dishes specially for her.
Among them, Diana steak is popular in France because of its tender meat, juicy texture, rich sauce and unique flavor.
As a result, he became extra busy, and the restaurant's turnover continued to rise. However, just when his family and career were both thriving...
He discovered that the paper recipe for Diana's Steak was missing! Through a hidden camera, he discovered that his wife had stolen it.
He then launched an investigation through a private detective and discovered that she was very close to a young man in his twenties, and even took photos of the two entering the same hotel.
There is no doubt that this is cuckolding.
After learning about this, Ram Toth became disheartened. He closed the restaurant and gave up on himself for a long time.
But soon, Ram Toth regained his spirits. He quickly collected enough evidence to sue his wife, forced her to leave the house, and applied to the state for a patent for Diana Steak.
This meant that even if the secret recipe was stolen from the couple, they were unable to use it openly.