In order to finish the work before his colleagues in the workshop got off work and to allow the workers in the canteen to finish their meals first, Yu Hui deliberately sped up the process.

Start making the third dish.

Sweet and sour pork ribs!

This is a traditional home-style dish, and it's made in many places.

Due to regional differences, the preparation of this dish varies somewhat.

It originated in various parts of southern China and later spread to the north and other regions. Through local adaptations to suit local tastes, it gradually evolved into different varieties of sweet and sour pork ribs.

Yu Hui first put the chopped pork ribs into a pot of cold water and then blanch them over high heat.

After blanching to remove the foam, remove the ribs from the water.

Heat oil in a separate pan until it reaches about 70-80% of its maximum temperature. Add the ribs and fry until the surface is slightly browned.

Add scallions, ginger, star anise, and two bay leaves.

Stir-fry over medium heat until fragrant, then add an appropriate amount of rock sugar and stir-fry until caramelized.

Add Shaoxing wine and light soy sauce, stir-fry until fragrant, then add boiling water to cover the ribs, and add a few slices of hawthorn and preserved plum to enhance the sweet and sour flavor of the ribs.

Finally, add a large spoonful of aged vinegar, cover the pot, and simmer over low heat.

After 45 minutes, Yu Hui lifted the lid, used chopsticks to scoop out the spices from the pot, and continued to simmer over high heat.

Cook until the sauce has completely reduced and the ribs are tender and soft. Then add a spoonful of evaporated aged vinegar and finally sprinkle with toasted white sesame seeds.

Sweet and sour pork ribs are done!

Yu Hui served the dish and glanced at the digital clock on the wall.

[17:32]

There's still half an hour before the workshop workers get off work, which is plenty of time for the workers in the canteen to eat.

"Is it done?"

As soon as Yu Hui served the sweet and sour pork ribs, Wu Zhiming followed the aroma and rushed over.

"Yes, why don't you try it?"

"Then I won't stand on ceremony."

As soon as he finished speaking, Wu Zhiming picked up his chopsticks, immediately grabbed a piece of sweet and sour pork ribs, and stuffed it into his mouth.

The meat is tender and flavorful, with a slightly sweet taste at first bite, followed by a sour taste, and the aroma of white sesame seeds with every bite.

It's so delicious!

"Um!"

Wu Zhiming opened his eyes wide, staring intently at the unremarkable sweet and sour pork ribs, and nodded heavily.

"It tastes really good!" he couldn't help but exclaim.

Upon hearing this...

Yu Hui didn't seem too surprised; everything seemed to make sense.

He smiled and said, "Mr. Wu, please try my pickled fish. I guarantee you'll love it."

"good!"

To maintain his figure, Wu Zhiming usually eats a low-fat meal in the afternoon.

They usually eat vegetable salads, buckwheat noodles, or whole grains; they rarely eat home-style dishes.

Over time, one's appetite decreases and becomes more stable.

I usually don't crave food in the afternoon, so I just eat something to tide me over.

Who knew?

I don't know what's wrong with me today.

After tasting the sweet and sour pork ribs, Wu Zhiming suddenly felt a great appetite.

In an instant.

He felt he could eat a whole cow.

His eyes practically sparkled when he saw the six large plates of pickled fish in front of him.

Wu Zhiming swallowed hard and eagerly picked up a piece of tender white fish and put it in his mouth.

The fish slices melt in your mouth; they are incredibly tender.

In addition to its own umami flavor, it also has a hint of pickled cabbage aroma.

With a "whoosh".

Wu Zhiming felt that his appetite had improved a lot.

He picked up one slice after another of tender white fish and tangy pickled cabbage and put them in his mouth.

A satisfied expression involuntarily spread across his face.

Seeing this, the surrounding workers swallowed hard.

The aroma could be smelled from a great distance, and everyone was already incredibly hungry for it.

One of the older men, who was somewhat hunchbacked, stepped forward and asked:

"Director Wu, when can we employees have a taste?"

Upon hearing this...

Wu Zhiming then realized that he had ignored the people around him and had been too busy eating his food.

He glanced at the sauerkraut fish, sweet and sour pork ribs, and hot and sour shredded potatoes on the table, and said:

"Don't rush, I'll pack some up and take it back to the office. The rest are yours."

After saying that, he took out a lunchbox and put in some hot and sour shredded potatoes and sweet and sour pork ribs.

Then he took out a new takeout box and poured a whole bowl of sauerkraut fish into it.

Seeing this scene, the surrounding workers felt a chill in their hearts.

If the workers were to do that, they would have every reason to stop them.

But the person in front of them was the factory manager and boss who oversaw thousands of people, and none of the workers dared to utter a single word.

I was afraid that if I said anything too much, my salary would be docked.

There was nothing they could do but watch helplessly as Wu Zhiming took away a bowl of pickled fish.

After packing up a serving of pickled fish, Wu Zhiming stood there expressionless, seemingly deep in thought.

soon.

He also packed up the half-eaten sauerkraut fish.

"Okay, the rest is up to you." Wu Zhiming waved his hand.

Upon seeing this.

The workers pounced on it like hungry wolves.

Wu Ying was quick and efficient, and immediately snatched the best spot to enjoy the food.

The three dishes—pickled fish, hot and sour shredded potatoes, and sweet and sour pork ribs—were almost placed in front of her.

She quickly picked up a piece of fish and put it in her mouth.

The fish slices are incredibly tender and melt in your mouth, soaking up all the broth and tasting wonderfully flavorful.

"Mmm, it's so hot! This is so delicious!" Wu Ying's eyes lit up.

Having grown accustomed to the cafeteria food, she found the pickled fish made by Yu Hui to be like a delicacy, and felt incredibly satisfied!

She picked up a piece of pickled cabbage and put it in her mouth again. The sour and refreshing taste whetted her appetite!

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