Shokuki: Start with an izakaya and make everyone cry

Horses and cows.

At first, they were used for farming.

In an era of low mechanization, these two animals were generally unable to eat meat.

Later, with the mechanization of agriculture, the opportunities for using horses gradually decreased.

In particular, ethnic minorities have lived in pastoral areas for many years, and horses have been bred in large numbers and their numbers have increased. Gradually, they have begun to drink horse milk and eat horse meat.

And in heaven.

The XJ area is famous for its smoked horsemeat.

The most famous one is undoubtedly Ili horse meat, which tastes so delicious.

However, horse meat must be eaten in winter, and is generally not eaten in summer, because horse meat is hot and can easily cause inflammation when eaten in summer!

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hiss!

hiss!

hiss!

Just after Zhang Fan used his superpower to control flames, he successfully made a Sichuan-style catfish and beef liver combo.

Under his instruction, an operator in charge of this halberd-eating competition actually led a horse to the space between the moon and the sky.

This horse.

The posture is strong and the lines are smooth.

Like a work of art carefully carved by nature, every walk is filled with the vitality and unruliness of life.

Its head was held high, its eyes shone with wisdom and alertness, and its long mane fluttered in the evening breeze, like black satin, and shone softly under the sunlight.

Occasionally, its ears can move flexibly, capturing the surrounding sounds at all times. People can't help but admire its keen perception.

"horse?"

"A horse?"

"Is he going to use a kitchen knife to dismember a whole cow, no, a whole horse, in an izakaya like he did last time?"

Mito Yumei in the audience couldn't help but think of something when she saw this strong horse.

"Oh? I remember the kitchen knife that instantly dismembered the cow last time. It doesn't seem to be this weird-shaped knife, right?"

Nagi Nakiri at the judging table blinked her bright eyes.

She seemed to have some realization and was looking forward to it even more!

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"What a good horse."

"If it weren't for the competition, if it wasn't for the sake of making dishes that all chefs around the world must be convinced of, I really wouldn't want to kill him!"

At this moment, Zhang Fan, who was in front of the cooking table, was looking deeply at the horse.

Its body is strong and powerful, with clear muscle lines, and every muscle contains amazing explosive power.

Just standing quietly, its fur glowed with blue luster under the faint starlight, and its eyes flashed with the last trace of alertness to the unknown fate. All around, except for the sound of people breathing, everything seemed extremely quiet.

suddenly.

Zhang Fan took action.

I saw him approaching quickly, like an experienced butcher, holding a sharp and heavy broken saber.

There was no hesitation or pity in his eyes, only calmness and determination. He began to approach quietly, and every step was calculated just right, as if even the wind was holding its breath.

And at the moment when the wild horse was about to notice, Zhang Fan's body suddenly rose up, as fast as a cheetah preying on prey.

With a wave of his arm, the broken saber actually drew a line of cold silver light in the air, and accurately penetrated the horse to its vital point.

Whoosh!

At that moment, time seemed to freeze.

Only the faint sound of the blade cutting into muscles and blood vessels could be heard.

All this happened so quickly, almost in an instant.

Finally, as the broken saber was pulled out, the end of life was finally announced.

The huge body of this horse shook twice, then crashed to the ground, its limbs stretched out weakly, the light in its eyes gradually extinguished, leaving only a void and silence.

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"rest in peace!"

Zhang Fan took out a talisman and placed it on the horse's forehead.

Then, the horse was seen emitting a dazzling light, and its internal flesh was like a flower in bud that bloomed rapidly, appearing in front of everyone's eyes one by one!

The color of the meat.

It is different from the common bright red or dark red, but a warm and moist dark brown.

The surface is covered with a thin layer of grease, shining attractively in the dim light.

This luster seems to contain the vastness of the grassland and the heroic posture of the galloping horses, which makes people involuntarily feel awe.

Touch lightly.

The texture of horse meat is clearly visible.

Delicate yet tough, like the wind on the grassland, it is both gentle and full of power.

The meat is interspersed with strands of tendons, which indicates the unique taste after cooking. It is tender and melt-in-the-mouth, yet still satisfying and sweet when chewing.

"good!"

“It’s indeed good meat!”

Zhang Fan felt happy when he saw this.

Little did you know, the scene in which he instantly dismembered a horse with the Fierce Bull Azure Dragon Slash and Broken Saber shocked the entire competition venue, and also caused an uproar throughout the Neon Kingdom through live broadcast!

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"ha?"

"I'm not dazzled, right?"

"I've been to izakayas so many times, but I don't seem to remember Zhang Fan's knife skills, right?"

Standing next to Leonora, Alice's watery eyes almost popped out of her head. She felt unbelievable!

"Yes."

"And after the dismemberment, not even a drop of blood came out of the horse."

Leonora said equally shocked.

"You two, mother and daughter, I remember that the last time Zhang Fan used this stunt in the izakaya, he was not present."

Nakiri Shinagi explained.

I vaguely remember that she was also frightened by this scene at the beginning, and it was precisely after Zhang Fan used the skill of Bull Blue Dragon Slash that Leonora and Alice rushed to the pub, unfortunately missing this unforgettable scene!

"No!"

"Impossible."

"Your ability is to control fire, and you can use fire to process food at will, which is already seriously beyond the limits and abilities of humans."

"As a result, you... you can dismember animals in an instant without causing them to bleed..."

"Who are you?"

At this moment, Cai Bo Chaoyang was really scared!

...

On his forehead.

Fine beads of sweat gradually seeped out and slowly slid down his cheeks.

Finally, it disappeared deep into the collar, taking away a little insignificant warmth, but leaving a deeper chill.

Cai Bo Chaoyang's eyes began to wander, sometimes looking at the arrogant strong man Zhang Fan, his heart full of awe and uneasiness; sometimes he hurriedly looked for an exit to escape, eager to have a glimmer of life and escape from this suffocating atmosphere!

Yes!

It's terrible!

The owner of this izakaya is not a human at all, but... a monster that is so strong that it is outrageous!

In the face of this feeling of powerlessness, Cai Bo Chaoyang clenched his fists, his nails deeply embedded in his palms, and the pain became the only reality that could be perceived, but it also became a weak force to support himself from completely collapsing!

At this moment, his thoughts were as chaotic as a tangled mess, and various possible consequences and scenes kept emerging in his mind, each of which was full of unknowns and dangers.

Fear was like an invisible hand, tightly strangling his heart, making him almost unable to breathe.

...

In the original plot.

He, who was aliased as Suzuki, easily defeated Yukihira Soma!

Moreover, that cooking duel was really terrifying. He gathered the abilities of many people, seamlessly switched between any of them, and then combined them perfectly.

Seriously.

Now he is even more terrifying than in the original.

Based on many strong people such as Yukihira Joichiro, Dojima Gin, Shinomiya Kojiro, Tsukasa Eiji, Nakiri Erina, etc., he integrated and improved the existing cooking knowledge and skills.

At the same time, relying on the wisdom brought by the tongue of God, he created a sashimi dish with more than 20 kinds of high-quality ingredients!

At the beginning.

He was really confident.

He thought that such a dish could conquer the two judges, Senzaemon and Leonora.

And in fact, it was true. His sashimi dish made a good impression on them and they thought it was very delicious!

Unexpectedly, after Nakiri Managi appeared.

Everything changed. He found that from beginning to end, this special executive of the WGO Food Organization had no interest in the sashimi he made, but always focused on Zhang Fan.

What about Zhang Fan?

His performance was truly amazing.

First, he used a strange-shaped kitchen knife to process the ingredients. His sharp, domineering, and ruthless knife skills were so impressive that even he himself could not compare to them!

Then.

He successfully activated his supernatural powers.

Moreover, his supernatural powers were not in the kitchen utensils, but in the ability to process ingredients by controlling the flames.

In other words, wherever there was "fire", he was the strongest!

Then, in front of everyone, he used an unprecedented knife skill to instantly dismember a horse without a drop of blood.

Thinking of this, Cai Bo Chaoyang stepped back a few steps with a pale face driven by fear.

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"Humph, are you scared now?"

Seeing this, Zhang Fan just smiled faintly and continued to work.

Horse meat porridge, a delicacy that may not be common on the daily table but carries a unique flavor and cultural heritage, often leaves a deep impression on diners with its delicate and mellow taste.

Imagine that the first ray of sunlight in the morning shines through the window lattice and gently sprinkles on the quaint dining table. A bowl of steaming horse meat porridge is quietly waiting for its taster.

This bowl of porridge is as warm as jade, and the surface is lightly covered with a layer of delicate rice oil, as if it is the purest gift from nature.

The aroma of rice and the mellow aroma of horse meat are intertwined, forming an indescribable tempting breath, gently floating in the air, instantly awakening the dormant taste buds.

Yes!

That's right!

Horse meat porridge is the second dish of the Eight Demon Breaking Formations.

Horse meat, as an ingredient, has firm meat texture without losing tenderness, rich in high-quality protein and trace elements.

After careful selection and careful processing, the excess fat and fishy smell are removed, retaining the purest meat aroma.

In the process of slow cooking, the deliciousness of horse meat and the warmth of rice porridge are perfectly integrated. Every grain of rice absorbs the essence of gravy, becomes full and elastic, melts in the mouth, and brings an irresistible sense of satisfaction.

Of course.

Horse meat looks very fresh, but few people eat it.

The biggest reason is that it doesn't look good.

Beef is bright red, mutton is tender and pink, but horse meat has a strange deep red color. Judging from its appearance, horse meat is far inferior to beef and mutton.

Secondly, it is difficult to raise horses. Horses are animals with a high feed-to-meat ratio, and they typically eat more but grow less.

The last point is the taste of horse meat.

Many people say that horse meat is smelly, smelly, and hard to chew.

Actually, it is not. Horse meat just requires a higher level of cooking, and because of the low intramuscular fat, it is not suitable for frying. It is suitable for making food such as horse meat sausage and smoked horse meat.

The taste of horse meat is simply leaner beef without peculiar smell.

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"Very good."

"Next is the third dish."

After making the horse meat porridge, Zhang Fan set about making the third dish:

Lamb tripe sesame cake!

This authentic snack carries a strong regional culture and historical memory.

Its uniqueness lies not only in the golden skin and crispy taste, but also in its deep delicious taste and ingenious production process.

Lamb tripe sesame cake, as the name suggests, is somewhat similar in shape to a sheep tripe, round and slightly wrinkled, with golden sesame seeds evenly sprinkled on the surface, like the brightest stars in the night sky, flashing an attractive luster.

Making lamb tripe sesame cake is a delicate craft.

First, select the best flour, add the right amount of warm water and a little yeast, and knead and ferment repeatedly until the dough becomes soft and elastic.

Next, it is time to make the core of the sesame cake, the filling.

Select the fat and lean mutton, chop it finely, add onions, ginger, cooking wine and other seasonings to marinate, let the meat aroma fully penetrate, and then mix it with special spices to form a filling with a fragrant and rich taste.

Roll the fermented dough into a thin sheet, wrap it with a full mutton filling, seal it and gently press it into a cake shape, then carefully brush a thin layer of oil on the cake surface and sprinkle it with dense sesame seeds.

These sesame seeds seem to be endowed with magic when baked, becoming crispy and delicious, adding another layer of flavor to the sesame cake.

Finally, put the prepared mutton tripe sesame cake into the oven. Under the high temperature roasting, the crust gradually becomes golden and crispy, and the mutton filling inside slowly releases a rich aroma.

The two are intertwined to form an indescribable deliciousness.

The moment it came out of the oven, it was steaming hot and fragrant, causing a sensation in the audience again, and everyone was drooling with greed.

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"Finally, it's the fourth dish."

"What?"

"There's one more?"

Seeing that Zhang Fan was going to make four dishes in less than half an hour, Senzaemon was stunned.

No way?

Is this guy really that scary when he gets serious?

As the fourth dish of the Eight Demon Breaking Formations, it is called "Wine Lees Crucian Carp Stewed with Pork", which is a delicacy that combines color, fragrance, taste, meaning and shape.

"Zao" means residue, so wine lees means the residue left after brewing rice, wheat, sorghum, etc.

Crucian carp and pork are nutritious products in traditional diet, rich in protein, minerals and multiple vitamins, which are of great benefit to human health.

The clever combination of these three not only creates a delicious dish, but also conveys a yearning and pursuit for a better life!

First of all, the attractive color is what catches the eye. The golden wine lees juice gently wraps the silver-scaled crucian carp and the ruddy and shiny pork.

In terms of aroma, this dish is even more irresistible.

The mellowness and sweetness of the wine lees are slowly released during the long slow stew, and penetrate into the delicious crucian carp and the mellowness of pork, forming an indescribable complex aroma.

This aroma has the fragrance of wine, the freshness of fish, and the mellowness of pork. The three coexist harmoniously, making people intoxicated. (End of this chapter)