Shokugeki: Start with an izakaya, making everyone cry

Chapter 170 Another master who is good at Chinese cuisine

(The plot of the previous chapter is indeed somewhat unreasonable and has been completely revised!)

The delicious angler fish is a specialty of Neon Country, especially Ibaraki Prefecture.

Its body is huge, soft and smooth and difficult to dismantle. The locals invented hanging cutting to disassemble and cut it. There is even a hanging cutting display event held every year in Ibaraki Prefecture at the Ajiro Festival.

In the food world, there is a saying: "Western river dolphin, eastern angler"

This means that the only fish that can compete with a top-notch delicacy such as pufferfish is anglerfish.

First, fry the anglerfish liver in a pan until the oil is released.

Then boil the liver oil and miso to make a golden soup base, and finally add the fish.

As well as the so-called "seven treasures of angler" such as fish skin, fish fins, fish liver, fish stomach, fish gills, etc., are cooked in the pot with some tofu, vermicelli, and various vegetables.

During the cooking process, no additional water can be added.

Finally, throw some mushroom ingredients into the gurgling soup and blanch them quickly to lock in the freshness and sweetness of the ingredients themselves.

Various curry spices are used to trigger the flavor, so that the rising mist has a rich aroma, which invisibly inspires everyone's yearning for a better life.

Perhaps this is the healing that anglerfish curry hot pot brings to people?

……

In fact, there is no such thing as hot pot in Japanese cuisine.

The ingredients, the pots in which they are cooked, and the dishes that are packaged and served together are collectively called "pot items".

Of course, if you say that there is no hot pot in Neon Country, some people will probably express dissatisfaction!

But no matter what, in terms of the diversity of ingredients, Neon Country’s hot pot should not be inferior to Chinese hot pot at all.

In addition to the common miso soup, there are also special soup bases such as soy milk and curry.

The contents also include all kinds of edible food from the three realms of sea, land and air. For example, the anglerfish hot pot made by Zhang Fan even includes the fish liver.

At this moment, I looked at the bubbling golden soup base.

There were also the bean skins that vibrated up and down with the heat, the fresh fungi floating above, and the tender angler fish meat... Tadokoro was stunned!

After that, she regained consciousness for a moment, picked up a small spoon, took a small sip of soup, and tasted it carefully.

Zizizi!

Tadokoro Hui couldn't help but make a slight noise while drinking the soup.

But after just a brief taste, her whole body trembled, and her eyes revealed disbelief.

Then she picked up a small piece of angler fish liver with her chopsticks. It tasted very smooth as soon as she entered it. The fresh and delicate texture reminded her of the taste of fine foie gras.

But unlike foie gras, the umami taste is fresher.

In terms of taste, it seems to be more delicious, and it is obviously less greasy than foie gras.

Maybe it’s because angler fish liver doesn’t artificially fatten like foie gras and is richer in unsaturated fatty acids?

"what?"

"This kind of fish liver... seems to have been processed without any fishy smell!"

After swallowing, Tasoko's expression showed satisfaction.

At her current level, it is difficult to delve into the reasons why this anglerfish curry hot pot is so delicious. Although she can analyze it a little bit, it is really difficult to explain clearly.

……

Not gorgeous!

However, it has a solid taste and an extremely pronounced umami flavor.

It is not even an exaggeration to say that it only needs the simplest cooking to maintain its original deliciousness, which is enough to impress people.

Although puffer fish and angler are both delicacies in the food world.

But things often have two sides, one is extremely poisonous, and the other is extremely ugly.

After Zhang Fan's careful processing, the terrifying appearance of the anglerfish was gone, leaving only the alluring delicacy!

Even if you pick up a piece of cooked angler fish with chopsticks and tumble it into the curry spice soup base, your life will feel complete the moment you take it into your mouth.

At this moment, under the weak yellow lamp, Tadokoro's fair and tender little face turned red from the heat, and a thin layer of sweat broke out on her forehead.

The moment the heat rises, she may feel that there is nothing that cannot be solved by a meal of anglerfish curry hot pot.

In other words, when faced with such a dish, she is willing to completely forget all her worries!

"Well, it really smells good~"

“After eating, there is always an indescribable aftertaste lingering on my lips and teeth.”

"And this smell can't be dissipated for a long time. I vaguely feel that it has the unique deliciousness of angler fish!"

"Even the aroma mixed with curry spices, mushrooms, vegetables and other ingredients can linger in your mouth for a long time, making it unforgettable."

In the end, Tian Sohui, who drank even a drop of the soup in the pot, said with a satisfied face.

……

Hot pot is definitely good news for people with choice phobia.

You don't have to make a choice, just simmer everything together and then it's all in your stomach.

Angler fish curry hotpot in front of you.

There is no doubt that it is definitely the best and most delicious hot pot dish in Taguo Kei’s heart!

gradually.

She only felt that all the energy in her body had become extremely abundant.

Obviously, this kind of anglerfish curry pot was completely beyond her imagination.

"Shopkeeper, your anglerfish curry hot pot is really unique."

“No, it’s not only unique, but also the selection of ingredients, the processing of the anglerfish, and the fire control are all perfect!”

Tian Suohui opened his eyes and said to Zhang Fan in amazement.

She has witnessed Zhang Fan's cooking skills many times and tasted many of Zhang Fan's dishes, but she has to say that every time she comes to the izakaya, she is shocked and amazed by Zhang Fan!

Let her cook such an angler fish dish.

Even if she could cut and handle anglerfish, she would never be able to reach the level and height of Zhang Fan.

……

"The anglerfish itself tastes very delicious."

"It not only brings out the effect of curry spices, but also combines the flavors of other vegetables and mushrooms."

"Of course, the most important thing is the fish liver, which is more delicate than foie gras."

"The taste of fish liver is very dense but also delicious, so the curry spices should be a little lighter."

"This will make the entire anglerfish curry hot pot taste lighter, but bring back a little sweetness, making it mild in the mouth and with a long aftertaste."

"And then, about the vegetables."

"The principle is just one, put as much as you have, don't be too little."

Zhang Fan glanced at Tian Suohui for a moment and saw that she seemed to have some understanding, so he said lightly.

"I see."

"Angler fish curry hot pot, there are so many details?"

After listening to these words, Tian Suohui couldn't help but lower his head and think.

Seeing Tian Suohui's reaction, Zhang Fan didn't say anything. He just packed up the things on the table and turned around to leave!

……

In terms of settings.

What Tasokoro is best at is not actually local cuisine, but the kind of cuisine full of family atmosphere.

Ah!

Put it another way.

It just doesn't have any strong irritation, nothing that makes people's eyes brighten.

This can be seen in the plot of the original novel, in the ramen cooking showdown between her and Kurokiba Ryo in the quarter-finals of the autumn selection!

Maybe it's because of her cooking style that she can't take advantage in the fiercely competitive culinary school in Toyue.

Of course, on the other hand.

<divclass="contentadv">Tian Suohui himself does not have many ambitions.

When she came to Totsuki to study, her biggest vision was not to achieve success in the culinary world, but to stand at the top and stand out like Erina.

But I just want to be able to inherit my own hotel.

Therefore, from beginning to end, she is different from the aggressive Nakiri Alice and Yukihira Soma, and she does not have much desire to compete.

She never thought about who she wanted to win or surpass, she just didn't want to lose or be dropped out of school.

She must be grateful to Zhang Fan.

After all, with her abilities, she might not be able to pass the first test of the semester.

But it was precisely because of meeting Zhang Fan that she had the courage to take action, and through repeated training, she was able to grow up.

She is a grateful person, and she also knows that Zhang Fan will always be the most important person in her growth process.

Correct!

none of them!

……

Late at night, the izakaya became even more lively.

Because in two days, Tian Suohui will go back to his hometown, and there are many things and things that need to be packed and dealt with in a hurry.

Therefore, after eating the anglerfish curry hot pot, she hurriedly paid the bill and left.

After that, more and more diners came to the izakaya.

Tonight's business is hotter than before, but fortunately with Erina as a temporary worker, Zhang Fan is not so busy!

"what?"

"This izakaya..."

At this moment, a girl with a particularly hot figure walked into the izakaya.

It can be seen that she is wearing a curvy crimson embroidered cheongsam. Her graceful figure is even more graceful against the cheongsam, like a delicate peony flower.

The simple hairstyle and a slightly longer hair make her overall physique more elegant and beautiful.

"Huh? It's actually her."

Seeing that the person coming was Miyoko Hojo, one of the few students in Totsuki who knew Chinese cuisine, Zhang Fan couldn't help but feel confused.

After looking around for a while, Miyoko was finally amazed by how exquisite the layout and decoration of this izakaya were. The overall environment was particularly suitable, which made her feel more comfortable the more she looked at it.

Afterwards, she couldn't help but look away.

Then he chose a more remote location and sat down.

"Hello, this is an izakaya."

"Our restaurant has a rule of ordering whatever you want. Of course, it must be something I can cook and there are ready-made ingredients!"

Zhang Fan took the initiative to come to her side and greeted her warmly.

His voice was magnetic and contagious, sounded real and beautiful, and instantly broke Miyoko's thoughts.

She could only raise her head slightly, looking up and down at Zhang Fan in front of her, and found that he was younger than she thought, probably 20 years old at most, and he didn't look like a waiter at this izakaya, but more like a shop owner.

Of course, the most important thing is that he is handsome and has a very good appearance!

"Are you the shopkeeper?"

Blinking her eyes, Miyoko Hojo asked softly in an "unsure" tone.

"Yes, I am the owner and a chef!"

Zhang Fan smiled.

"what?"

"Is he really the shop owner?"

"It's really enviable that I can run an izakaya by myself at such an age."

Hearing this, Hojo Miyoko was slightly surprised, but also a little envious.

……

To know.

Her family also runs a Chinese restaurant with a good business.

Her biggest ideal in this life is to inherit this restaurant from her father, but because she is a daughter, no matter how hard she works, she does not have this right to inherit.

After that, she became more and more interested in this izakaya and looked at it again, only to find Erina Nakiri.

She couldn't help but be stunned, as if she understood something.

"that……"

"Tasokoe, is she very familiar with you? Do you think she often comes here to eat?"

Miyoko Hojo reacted and asked Zhang Fan out of curiosity.

"Regular customer!"

"Also a good friend."

"She is a very gentle and kind-hearted girl, so I don't really dislike her."

Zhang Fan frowned, and finally, confused, he replied truthfully.

"Oh!"

"So, her cooking...what do you think?"

"Do you think that she will be able to stand at the top of Yuanyue in the future and surpass all men?"

Knowing that his relationship with Tazoe was not what she imagined, Hojo Miyoko couldn't help but breathed a sigh of relief, and then continued to ask Zhang Fan.

……

"You want to say whether she can become one of the top ten, or even number one?"

"I don't know why you have such inexplicable thoughts. Although Tadokoro does have great potential, to be honest, it is absolutely impossible for her to become the strongest person in the future!"

"Not to mention those in the same class as her, there are Nakiri Erina who has the talent of God's Tongue, molecular cuisine expert Nakiri Alice, meat master Mito Yumei, etc."

"These people's talents and abilities may not be worse than hers."

"On top of this, there are also the current top ten, such as Issey Hui, Kobayashi Ryodan and others."

Zhang Fan said calmly.

At first, he was a little confused as to why Miyoko was so concerned about Tazoe's affairs.

She even recognized her and looked up to her in her heart, and then she walked directly into the izakaya not long after Tadokoro left.

After thinking about it, the reason for this is probably the same as the plot of the original work.

Just because of the extraordinary performance of Tadokoro during the residential training activities, she successfully attracted the attention of Miyoko Hojo.

In fact, in the later Nakiri Hisashi coup incident, Soma, Isshiki Kei and others were ranked very high as the heroes who defeated the "Ten Heroes".

In particular, Chuangzhen himself has become the first among the top ten, but he has a role that seems to be missing, that is:

Tadokoro Hui!

It's hard to believe that she is only ranked tenth.

But judging from various information, this ranking may be very scientific. It can only show that although she is very talented, there are many people who are better than her in that class!