Shokuki: Start with an izakaya and make everyone cry

Human oral cavity.

After your taste buds have experienced the rich taste of food, they will no longer be able to detect the taste of bland food.

This is why at the dinner table, "drink white wine first, then red wine" and "drink dry wine first, then sweet wine."

If it's just to fill your stomach, you can eat whatever you want.

But if you want to taste the various delicacies of sashimi, you still have to eat it in this order.

“Awesome!”

Leonora exclaimed again: "When you finish eating one kind of sashimi, add some shredded white radish and seaweed to clear your mouth and refresh your mouth. It will wash away the taste left by the previous kind of sashimi. It makes people endlessly reincarnate in the deliciousness of sashimi! ”

After saying that, she actually lost her elegant eating look and started eating like crazy.

"indeed."

"This kind of sashimi, each different fish meat, is extremely delicious."

"But the way you eat it, from light to rich, makes you want to stop eating it."

Mentioning Senzaemon, he said while eating.

"The most delicious one is definitely the tuna."

"The fat part of the fish is the fattest and the most expensive. It is pinkish white in color, very delicious, and has a great texture that melts in your mouth."

"The knife skills are also superb. This is the first time I have seen such a unified and unique cutting method."

"All kinds of fish."

“It’s a completely different taste experience when you eat it!”

“It’s really crispy and sweet all in one, it’s a delicacy in the world!”

…

Da da da!

At this moment, under the bright lights.

I saw a lady with a slender figure and extraordinary temperament slowly stepping into the space between the moon and the sky.

She was wearing a well-tailored custom-made dress. The delicate satin glowed with a soft and high-end luster under the light, perfectly outlining her slim figure!

Although his figure is slightly thin, he has an elegance and strength that cannot be ignored.

Take a closer look.

her hair.

Carefully styled into retro wavy hair.

A few strands of broken hair gently fell on her forehead, adding a bit of gentleness and femininity to her.

And those bright eyes seem to be able to see into people's hearts, shining with infinite curiosity and expectation for food and cooking.

In this environment full of fireworks and competitive atmosphere, her appearance was like a breath of fresh air, instantly attracting the attention of people around her.

Although the protagonists here are Caibo Chaoyang and Zhang Fan.

But her appearance made people wonder whether she was also a hidden food lover or an important guest who came specially to witness this taste feast?

"Mother!"

"The last judge, it turns out to be you!"

Seeing Nakiri Shinagi sitting on the judges' seat with Annie's support, Erina couldn't help but react.

However.

Listen to her shouting.

The atmosphere throughout Yue Tian was boiling in an instant!

"ah?"

"That woman is actually the commander-in-chief's mother?"

Siyingshi, who was sitting in the audience, was inevitably a little surprised when he learned that the mysterious judge of this important competition was actually Erina's mother!

"hehe."

"I met him at the izakaya."

"Erina's mother is the only special executive officer of the WGO Food Organization!"

Kobayashi Gentian, chewing snacks in his mouth, chuckled.

…

Obviously.

The appearance of Nakiri Shinagi caused a lot of sensation.

After she sat on the judging table, she looked intently at Zhang Fan on the competition stage. Her serious look seemed to be conducting a silent communication, and she had the most sincere respect and appreciation for him.

"strangeness."

"Zaiba Chaoyang's sashimi dishes are all finished, why is he still indifferent?"

Seeing Zhang Fan, who was always sitting on the small stool next to the cooking table, with his eyes closed, Nakiri Shinagi, who had not eaten for a while, felt even more anxious!

"Annie."

"Game time, how many minutes are left?"

Finally, she started talking quietly to her colleague, Anne, her secretary.

"Samagi-sama, it's less than half an hour."

Annie looked at her watch and said.

"30 minutes?"

Hearing this, Nakiri Shinagi nodded, and then continued to look at Zhang Fan!

As the Shoji Competition progresses, the figure of this noble lady has become a unique landscape between the moon and the sky.

Her presence not only added an extraordinary color to this competition, but also made everyone present feel the love and pursuit behind the food that transcends classes and boundaries!

Yes, after all, no one is more qualified than this special executive to review the cuisine between Caibo Chaoyang and Zhang Fan.

…

"good."

"It's now."

Unexpectedly, just when the atmosphere became dull.

Zhang Fan finally opened his eyes, stretched his body, and began to take out a kitchen knife under the gaze of everyone.

I saw a simple and sharp broken saber lying quietly next to the chopping board. Its blade surface shone with a cold light in the faint light and shadow, as if it contained the chilling aura of endless years and battlefields.

Although this knife was named "Pojun", it was given a completely different mission at this moment.

"Wow!"

"This... what kind of kitchen knife is this?"

When Kuaga Teruki saw this, he was so frightened that he quickly stood up and said in shock.

"oh?"

"This knife is probably very heavy, right?"

Kobayashi Rgentian blinked his eyes with great interest.

This kitchen knife, which is about 80 centimeters long, 10 centimeters wide and weighs about 5 kilograms, naturally aroused everyone's amazement when it appeared directly between the moon and the sky.

Even Zaiha Zhaoyang, who always defeated his opponent and then took away the kitchen utensils, was shocked by the shape and weight of this broken saber!

…

after.

Zhang Fan slowly picked up the broken saber.

His fingers gently slid across the cold blade, as if he was having a conversation with an old friend who had been through the battlefield for a long time.

In an instant, a calm and firm strength surged from the bottom of his heart. He took a deep breath and focused his eyes on the piece of beef on the cutting board. His eyes shone with respect for the ingredients and the anticipation of showing off his skills!

With a low and powerful "oo", the broken saber fell down and cut into the meat accurately.

this moment.

Time seems to be frozen.

Wherever the blade passed, the piece of meat was neatly divided into two, without any sloppiness.

The exquisiteness of his knife work is breathtaking.

With the gentle turning of Zhang Fan's wrist and the skillful use of strength, the broken saber shuttled freely between the pieces of meat. Every rise and fall was accompanied by a string of crisp and sweet sounds, which was the perfect collision of metal and food.

The pieces of meat gradually turn into uniform slices under the knife. Each slice is as thin as a cicada and has clear texture, showing the best state of the ingredients.

in the air.

It was immediately filled with the aroma of meat and the unique smell of iron.

The two are intertwined, forming an indescribable temptation.

And that broken saber, after completing its unconventional mission, was still lying there quietly. The blood beads on the blade flashed under the light, telling its legendary story across battlefields and food!

perhaps.

In the eyes of everyone.

The broken saber is more than just a tool.

It is more like a bridge connecting ingredients and ingredients, chefs and chefs, witnessing the transformation from killing to creation, and the infinite possibilities of human wisdom and skills.

…

"this……"

"How is this going?"

Nakiri Shinagi had never seen this scene before and couldn't help but widen his eyes.

This strange kitchen knife actually awakens the vitality sleeping inside the food the moment it touches the food.

Every piece of meat and every fiber seems to be given new vitality. They are rearranged in a harmonious and orderly way, showing unprecedented deliciousness and delicacy!

What’s even more surprising is that the cut pieces of ingredients didn’t immediately lose their breath of life.

Instead, they sway gently.

Like a group of dancing elves, it exudes an alluring aroma, tempting everyone's taste buds.

"Is it my imagination?"

"It feels like after being processed by this kitchen knife, the dead meat seems to be alive?"

Nakiri Shinagi murmured to himself.

To be honest, she always had great expectations for Zhang Fan's cooking.

But this time, she had a hunch that if Zhang Fan was competing with Cai Bo Chaoyang, he would create dishes that would shock the whole world!

…

Sichuan style catfish and beef liver double combination.

This is the first dish among the eight demon-breaking formations.

Well, it is a delicacy that combines the deliciousness of catfish in Sichuan cuisine with the unique flavor of beef liver.

It can be said that it is an innovation based on Sichuan cuisine, cleverly integrating two different ingredients, which not only retains the traditional flavor of Sichuan cuisine, but also adds a new taste experience.

After the catfish is slaughtered and cleaned, cut into moderately sized pieces and marinated with an appropriate amount of cornstarch, cooking wine and other seasonings to remove the fishy smell and increase the taste.

Then, put the marinated catfish pieces into the oil pan heated to 60% heat and deep-fry.

"Um?"

Zhang Fan stood in front of the stove.

His eyes were focused on the weak, beating flame.

Every jump of the flame seemed to stimulate the desire for an unknown power deep in his heart.

As the time goes.

The surrounding air became solemn.

Finally, Zhang Fan took a deep breath, and his sharp eyes flashed red.

At first, the red light flickered, but in the end it lasted longer and longer, until eventually Zhang Fan's black eyes turned deep red!

"Appeared."

"His superpower finally appeared!"

Nakiri Shinagi, who was on the judging panel, saw this scene and began to stand up excitedly.

"Ability?"

Erina, Senzaemon, Leonora and others all looked puzzled.

"impossible."

"He...how can he have superpowers?"

On the other hand, Caibo Chaoyang, who was standing opposite, turned pale with fright and backed away repeatedly.

…

As for the surrounding environment, Zhang Fan could no longer perceive it at this moment.

His consciousness, his soul, began to establish an indescribable connection with this flame, and gradually became immersed in the heat and light of the flame, feeling the original and pure power surging in his blood!

suddenly.

The color of the flames became more vivid.

The light shone like the dawn, illuminating the entire moon and sky.

And Zhang Fan also heard the whisper of flames, which was the spirit of the fire element calling to him, inviting him to become one of them.

He closed his eyes, allowed his mind to open completely, and quickly became one with this power.

"Hello!"

In his mind, Zhang Fan greeted these fire elements.

He didn't feel anything strange happened now, but he clearly felt the joy and trust of these light spots in him.

Sure enough, after receiving Zhang Fan's friendly message, the fire elements trapped in the air gathered faster. If Zhang Fan opened his eyes at this time, he would find that he was flowing with red light, which was very dazzling!

In this way, Zhang Fan was immersed in the joy of absorbing fire elements.

One second!

Two seconds!

Five seconds!

One minute!

Ten minutes!

...

I don't know how long it took.

Zhang Fan felt that the speed at which the fire elements merged into his body was getting slower and slower, so he woke up with a thought.

"So that's it!"

"Is this... my ability?"

His eyelids trembled slightly, and every opening and closing seemed to unload an invisible burden.

Zhang Fan's eyes glowed with a jade-like luster, and the whites of his eyes returned to their original whiteness, forming a sharp and harmonious contrast with the black color of his pupils, like the brightest stars in the night sky!

Finally, Zhang Fan, who had woken up, stared at the flames of the stove and suddenly realized something.

...

Fire!

It plays an important role in human food preparation.

People have realized the importance of fire since human civilization has not yet evolved completely.

At that time, fire was not only fire, but also people's hope, because fire could help people cook food, so that no one would get sick because of unclean food.

There was an idiom in the early days of the Celestial Empire:

Suiren drilled wood to make fire!

From then on, the ancients learned to start fire, thus entering a new stage.

In Greek mythology, there is also the story of Prometheus stealing fire.

...

"Let me try it!"

After saying that, Zhang Fan stretched out a finger.

After a while, a magical scene appeared. With the first uncontrolled flame jumping out from his fingertips, the whole moon sky was boiling.

Zhang Fan felt both fear and confusion at first for this unprecedented power. The heat and destructiveness of the flame made him dare not touch it easily. But as time went on, he gradually learned how to control this power.

So, he turned fear into power and confusion into the courage to explore the unknown.

Finally.

Under his control.

The catfish was successfully fried until golden, and then removed from the oil for later use.

Cut the beef liver into slices or cubes, and marinate it to remove the fishy smell and increase the flavor.

Afterwards, the beef liver can be cooked by quick stir-frying to keep its tender and smooth taste.

Leave some oil in the pot, add minced garlic, pickled ginger, pickled pepper and other common Sichuan cuisine seasonings to stir-fry, then add an appropriate amount of broth or water to boil.

Put the fried catfish pieces and cooked beef liver into the pot together, and add pepper, sugar and other seasonings to season. Simmer for a while on low heat until the soup thickens and you can serve it on a plate. (End of this chapter)