Then he opened the sealed jar, and cashews and pistachios tumbled out like pearls. The cashews were plump and round, exuding a light, oily aroma; the pistachios opened their small mouths, revealing the emerald green kernels inside, as if smiling and waiting to be chosen.
Xiao Yi took out another bag of oatmeal and poured it into a large bowl. Then, he put the cashews and pistachios into a grinder and slowly turned the handle. The nuts were crushed into evenly sized pieces, and the rich nutty aroma instantly filled the air.
He poured the crushed nuts into the bowl of oatmeal, picked up a spoon and began to stir gently to mix the nuts and oatmeal thoroughly.
Afterwards, Xiao Yi took a small pot, put the white chocolate into the pot, and slowly melted it over low heat. The chocolate gradually softened in the pot, turning into a thick liquid, emitting a sweet aroma.
He slowly poured the melted white chocolate into the mixture of oatmeal and chopped nuts, stirring constantly to ensure that each ingredient was evenly coated with chocolate.
Finally, Xiao Yi poured the stirred mixture into a rectangular mold and flattened the surface with a spoon to make it compact and even. In this way, the prototype of the high-calorie energy bar has been presented. It only needs to cool and solidify before it can become a delicious and energy source in his hands.
Xiao Yi stood in front of the stove with a focused expression. The various oil-rich dried fruits in the pot began to undergo miraculous changes under the baking heat.
He first poured the almonds into the pot, and the almonds rolled and jumped in the pot, making a subtle "crackling" sound. As the temperature rose, the skin of the almonds gradually turned golden and exuded an enticing aroma. Xiao Yi held a spatula and kept turning them to ensure that each almond was evenly heated.
Next, he added the cashews. They sizzled in the pot, their once pristine white flesh gradually taking on a faint, burnt-yellow hue. The rich, nutty aroma grew stronger, filling the kitchen as if taking on substance.
Next came the pistachios, their cracked openings widening under the heat, their green kernels becoming brighter. They clattered against each other in the pot, making crisp sounds and releasing a unique fragrance.
Xiao Yi also poured almonds into the pot. These plump nuts danced happily in the pot, exuding a mellow aroma.
Xiao Yi kept stir-frying, his movements were skillful and steady, and his eyes were always fixed on the dried fruits in the pot to make sure they would not be burnt.
When all the dried fruits showed the perfect color and aroma, Xiao Yi took them out of the pot and put them into a thick stone mortar. He picked up the heavy stone pestle and began to crush the dried fruits vigorously.
Each time the stone pestle fell, the sound of dried fruit cracking emanated, and the rich aroma grew stronger with each movement. The entire space was filled with the intoxicating aroma of dried fruit, as if entering a nut paradise. Xiao Yi stood at the workbench, concentrating on adding key ingredients to the food he was about to prepare to supplement the calories.
He first picked up a bag of crystal white sugar and quickly tore open the package. The sugar poured down like fine sand, falling into the container, glittering with tiny bits of light. Xiao Yi's hand steadily controlled the flow of sugar, ensuring that the amount added was just right.
Next, he picked up a bottle of clear oil and unscrewed the cap. He aligned the bottle with the container and gently tilted it. The oil flowed out smoothly, creating tiny ripples in the container. The aroma of the oil instantly filled the air, blending with the previous aroma of dried fruits to create a rich and alluring atmosphere.
Then, Xiao Yi picked up the salt shaker and gently turned the lid. He sprinkled the salt in carefully, and the tiny salt grains fell like snow, gradually disappearing among the other ingredients, but adding an essential flavor to the whole mixture.
During the process of adding, Xiao Yi's eyes were always focused and serious. He stopped from time to time, stirred it with a spoon, observed the state of the mixture, and adjusted the proportions of sugar, oil and salt as needed.
A large amount of sugar brings sweet taste and rich energy, the addition of oil makes the food more moist and tasteful, and salt plays a role in enhancing flavor and balancing.
Xiao Yi is well aware of the importance of these ingredients. They not only increase the calories in food, but also make its taste more perfect, becoming a delicious delicacy that can provide sufficient energy. When Xiao Yi finally finished his carefully crafted energy bar, he couldn't wait to pick up a piece and put it in his mouth. He was instantly conquered by the wonderful taste and excellent texture.
When you take a gentle bite, the first thing you feel is the delicate and silky sweet taste of the outer layer of white chocolate, which slowly melts on the tip of your tongue like silk, releasing a rich milky aroma and a hint of vanilla, instantly lighting up your taste buds.
Then, the crunchy flavor of nuts follows. The fullness and crispness of cashews, the freshness and crunch of pistachios, the richness and firmness of almonds, the crispness and chewiness of almonds—the unique flavors of various nuts intertwine, like a beautiful symphony in your mouth.
The oatmeal brings a simple and solid taste. Its roughness forms a sharp contrast with the crispness of nuts and the smoothness of chocolate, but they are perfectly integrated together, adding layers and richness to the taste.
As you chew deeper, the flavors of the generous amounts of sugar, oil, and salt gradually emerge. The sugar's sweetness is just right, not overly sweet, yet adds a pleasant sweetness to the entire energy bar. The oil's moisturizing effect makes each bite smooth and allows the various ingredients to blend together better. The subtle saltiness of the salt is like the finishing touch, enhancing the overall flavor and making it even more delicious.
Every bite brings a new feeling, including the sweet melting of chocolate, the crispy burst of nuts, and the solid filling of oatmeal. The taste is rich and varied, which is intoxicating.
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