Chapter 20 Spicy and Sour Chicken Gizzards

Upon hearing this, everyone dispersed to the side, not wanting to delay the owner from opening the door, otherwise they would be the ones suffering.

Pushing the roller shutter door up, you can see what's inside at a glance: a few tables and chairs, and the floor is just cement, but there's not much trash or dust.

It was only eight o'clock, but with the influx of customers, the tiny shop felt somewhat crowded.

Tang Yiyi went into the kitchen and put down the bags of ingredients.

Footsteps sounded behind me. "Boss, is there anything we can do for you?"

There were several people who came with them, not just one.

The guests went to great lengths to enjoy the delicious food as soon as possible.

Taken aback by their enthusiasm, Tang Yiyi shook her head, "No need, if everyone trusts me, we'll be able to eat tea eggs in just a little while."

Upon hearing the words "tea eggs," netizens who had done their research beforehand quickly accepted the idea.

The dumpling shop owner came out to take out the trash and saw the restaurant packed with people. It would be a lie to say he wasn't envious.

Tang Yiyi has only been running her own restaurant for a short time, but business has already taken off even faster than before.

While the shops around them are still struggling to attract customers, Tang Family Restaurant already has a considerable daily customer flow.

The sudden influx of customers caught Tang Yiyi off guard, but she remained calm.

Half an hour later, the tea eggs in the rice cooker were ready.

She lifted the pot lid to check, and the guests who were sitting down got up and gathered around.

"These are tea eggs? They look delicious! Boss, I'll have five!"

"It looks similar to the tea eggs from breakfast shops outside, but the live streamer's video yesterday made my mouth water. I want to try what tea eggs taste like!"

"Family members, don't fight over them! My girlfriend asked me to come and buy some tea eggs. If they're all gone, she'll definitely yell at me when I get home."

The cacophony of sounds from all directions gradually overwhelmed Tang Yiyi, leaving her ears ringing.

He had no choice but to shout, "Everyone line up! We have tea eggs!"

Customers lined up obediently, not wanting to anger the owner, otherwise they wouldn't be able to get their tea eggs.

The air is filled with the aroma of tea and braised meat.

Many diners took deep breaths, revealing expressions of rapture.

In just a few minutes, the pot of tea eggs was sold out, and everyone ate them in small bites, clutching their tea eggs.

These tea eggs are not easy to eat. The owner was worried that some people wouldn't be able to get enough, so he only gave one to each person. If you eat them in big bites, you definitely won't get to taste much.

Wang Juan rushed over. She wasn't feeling well today, so she asked her husband to take their child to school and rested at home for a while.

As a result, my mind was filled with darkness, but I was eating delicious tea eggs. When I peeled the shell, the tea egg's tempting amber color was revealed, and I could almost smell the aroma of tea eggs.

I can't sleep, I really can't sleep!

When she arrived at the restaurant and saw so many people, Wang Juan felt a surge of panic. "Wait, are there any tea eggs left?"

Especially seeing men, women, and children holding tea eggs and smacking their lips as they eat them, when did restaurants become so popular?

Wang Juan's steps were unsteady, and her head was a little dizzy. She walked over and asked, "Boss, do you still have tea eggs?" Please, God, you must have some. She's sick, but she still rushed over here.

Tang Yiyi shook her head, "Sorry, the tea eggs are sold out."

She recognized Wang Juan, who seemed to have a special fondness for the tea eggs in the shop, bringing her child to buy them almost every day.

Wang Juan was heartbroken. Helpless, she walked up to the people eating tea eggs and said, "Excuse me, does anyone have any extra tea eggs they could sell to me? I'll pay five yuan each."

Even as she said this, Wang Juan wasn't entirely sure herself.

As expected, none of the customers who bought the tea eggs were willing to accept them.

A middle-aged man who looked to be around forty years old said, "Young lady, with so many people, the boss limits each person to one tea egg. If I have extra tea eggs, I'll definitely sell you one." But there was only one. The tea eggs at this restaurant were so fragrant, the egg whites were delicate, and even the yolks were smooth and delicious. The sauce was so flavorful that even he, who didn't usually like tea eggs, fell in love with the taste. He even thought it would be great if he could eat tea eggs every morning—it would give him the motivation to go to work!

As soon as she finished speaking, the customers all looked at Tang Yiyi with slight resentment. Kind boss, couldn't you make an extra batch of tea eggs? That way you could earn more money, and they could enjoy tea eggs too!

Tang Yiyi gave a wry smile; there were only so many eggs, and they were all used up in the braising.

Then, seeing Wang Juan's heavy steps, she left the restaurant.

Wang Juan received a call from her husband, "What do you want to eat for breakfast? I'll bring it back for you later."

"Tea eggs," Wang Juan said without hesitation. "Unfortunately, the restaurant sold out of tea eggs, and I couldn't buy any."

His tone was very downcast.

The husband was surprised, "It's just a tea egg. Which breakfast shop doesn't sell tea eggs? If you like them, I'll buy a few more."

"It's different. The tea eggs at this shop are absolutely delicious, unlike any other breakfast shop. My son and I only like their tea eggs!"

If Wang Juan had never tried the tea eggs from Tangjia Restaurant, she would likely agree.

I didn't get to eat there today, so I guess I'll just have to set an alarm for tomorrow and come over early to eat.

Tang Yiyi took the chicken giblets out of the bag, washed them, and blanched them in a pot with cooking wine. Meanwhile, she prepared pickled chili peppers and green and red peppers. Then she took out a plastic jar containing pickled green beans. The green beans were thoroughly pickled and stir-fried with the chicken giblets and garlic shoots, creating a tangy and appetizing dish.

Some customers couldn't contain their curiosity, but were afraid of discovering the owner's cooking secrets, so they only dared to peek from a distance.

Tang Yiyi walked to the front desk, erased the words on the blackboard, wrote down today's dishes and prices, and also added new dishes to the food delivery platform.

As soon as she left, customers crowded around the blackboard, saying, "Today we have spicy and sour chicken giblets, stir-fried eggs with green peppers, stir-fried pork with chili peppers, and stir-fried water spinach!"

After saying that, he swallowed hard for no reason. It’s not easy to make delicious home-cooked dishes, but when they are done well, they are very appetizing.

Take spicy and sour chicken giblets, for example. Just hearing about them makes your mouth water. They're sour, spicy, and appetizing—a perfect dish to eat with rice.

Many customers thought so, and the wait didn't seem so unbearable anymore.

It was hot outside, and there was no air conditioning in the store, only a few fans that brought a slight coolness.

The guest was quite calm; when he felt really hot, he fanned himself with a fan.

At 11:30, Lao Wang, who usually orders takeout, was too lazy to even go to the cafeteria, which was only a few hundred meters away, in such hot weather, let alone the restaurant across from the school.

Then I realized that food tastes best when it's hot, and takeout food just doesn't taste the same as dining in.

After handing over my shift to my colleagues, I headed to the Old Dynasty Restaurant.

A few people were standing at the restaurant entrance. Inside, there was barely any room to move, and many people had nowhere to sit, so they simply picked up their bowls and chopsticks and started eating.

Seeing this, Old Wang rushed to join the queue.

There are so many people! If you go too late, there might not be any food left!

Soon, it was Old Wang's turn in line. He saw "Spicy and Sour Chicken Gizzards" on the blackboard and realized he had never had spicy and sour chicken gizzards at a restaurant before.

"Give me some spicy and sour chicken giblets," Old Wang paused, then added, "one dish seems a bit too little. And also, some stir-fried water spinach."

"Okay."

Not long after, Tang Yiyi brought out the spicy and sour chicken giblets and stir-fried water spinach and announced the order.

Old Wang quickly ran over to serve the dishes, then looked around and finally found an empty seat.

The previous guests had just left, and the stools were still quite hot, but Old Wang didn't care. He filled a bowl with rice and started eating the dishes heartily.

The chicken giblets were cut so well that it was clear the owner had excellent knife skills, and the strong sour and spicy aroma went straight into his nose.

Take a bite of chicken giblets first. They're fragrant, tender, and not at all fishy. They're also very chewy and have a spicy aftertaste. Pair them with some rice for a perfect meal.

There are also pickled cowpeas, which are sour and spicy. The sour juice melts in your mouth, followed by a spicy taste, but not the dry kind of spiciness that irritates your throat.

Mix the rice with the broth from the bottom of the spicy and sour chicken giblets; the aroma is so fresh and fragrant that it makes your tongue tremble slightly—it's absolutely delicious! In addition, the garlic shoots are very crisp and tender, and the delicate texture is irresistible.

Old Wang, who has lived for over forty years, really wanted to shout, "This spicy and sour chicken giblets is amazing! So delicious!"

With the appetizer of spicy and sour chicken giblets, Old Wang ate a bowl of rice and then went to ask for more.

The water spinach looked fresh and crisp, and the soup underneath was clear. Minced garlic was mixed in with the water spinach, making it look very appetizing.

Old Wang added some water spinach to the stir-fried vegetables. The water spinach was crisp, flavorful, and refreshing, making it a great way to cut through the greasiness.

He felt as if he were in a vegetable garden, surrounded by lush, fresh green vegetables, with a faint aroma of vegetables wafting in the breeze.

The fresh, tender, and crisp flavor fills every part of your mouth. Take a bite of the spicy and sour chicken giblets, and the flavors blend together perfectly without any greasiness. The spicy and sour taste is appetizing and refreshing.

Eating like this in the summer will make it impossible to lose weight.

A note from the author:

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