Chapter 236 Determination
So she sighed and had to put her plan of making dried radishes on hold for the time being.
In order to prevent the radishes she had dug with great effort from going bad, she hurriedly packed the fresh radishes, still covered with dirt, into a sack and put it in the storage room for proper storage.
When the weather warms up and there is plenty of sunshine in the future, take them out and reprocess them into dried vegetables that can be stored for a long time.
But since today's ingredients are on hand, we can't waste these fresh vegetables.
After thinking about it, she had an idea and decided to change the dish - to make an appetizing and refreshing dish of cold shredded radish!
Such dishes are not only easy to prepare, but also have a unique crisp taste, which is very suitable for the dinner table.
She took the freshly unearthed radish, cut it into evenly thin strips with a knife, and then sprinkled an appropriate amount of salt on it to marinate it.
In this way, excess moisture inside the radish is removed, making the final product more crispy, tender and delicious.
After letting it sit for a few minutes, she patiently picked up the shredded radish with her hands and washed it vigorously several times until it became clean and translucent again.
Next, seasoning becomes the most critical link.
First, chili powder is added to add a spicy taste to the dish, and then a layer of emerald green onions is sprinkled on it to make the overall color look brighter and more attractive.
Then heat a small pot of oil and pour it directly into the seasoning with a "sizzle". The boiling oil instantly stimulates all the aroma factors, filling the entire kitchen with a mouth-watering aroma.
Finally, in order to achieve a balanced taste, she added a little rice vinegar and sesame oil to the dish to enhance the flavor.
After a few seemingly simple processing steps, this fragrant cold shredded radish is ready.
The light yellow main ingredient, paired with bright red chili powder, thick green chives and transparent and crystal clear sauce, is simply appetizing!
This bowl of cold shredded radish looks particularly fresh and beautiful when placed on the table.
In addition, Zhao Chunhua also steamed a plate of duck meat that she had just bought.
The rich aroma of oil mixed with salty flavor fills the whole house, whetting your appetite.
The rice is soft, sweet and fragrant, the duck meat is tender and melts in your mouth, and the slightly pungent shredded cold radish makes for an excellent dietary supplement.
Just like that, the simple yet extremely satisfying meal was quickly prepared.
Although this meal does not have complicated ingredients, it is full of homely flavor and the taste of life.
The afternoon after eating and drinking was a little dull.
Not long after, there was a slight and rapid knock on the door.
The "bang bang bang" sounds sounded very familiar, and the rhythm was just right, making people know that it was not done by a stranger.
Listening to the frequency and strength of the knocks on the door, Zhao Chunhua had already figured out the answer in her mind. It was most likely Shu Ziying or Shu Yanyou visiting again.
After all, they are all close people nearby, and they always come to visit and chat from time to time.
So when she heard the noise, Zhao Chunhua quickly packed up the tea set and leftovers, and stepped forward to open the thick gate to see who was visiting...
As expected, when the door opened, what came into view was the smiling Shu Ziying and her companion Yuan Shansheng.
Shu Ziying was holding two bulging objects in her hands, which were tightly wrapped in ordinary paper and looked particularly eye-catching.
Judging from the situation, it is most likely some kind of gift, but what it is exactly is still unknown.
"Oh, how do you understand our thoughts so well? Look at your expression, have you guessed something? You are so thoughtful! Come in and have a rest!"
Zhao Chunhua was naturally very happy to see the two people visiting, especially when she saw people bringing gifts to exchange with others, which always warmed her heart.
Then he greeted with a smile: "It's time to have dinner early, right? Are you still not full? Do you want something to fill your stomach?"
After hearing this, Shu Ziying covered her mouth and chuckled, saying, "Aunt, you are really worrying too much. We have actually finished our meal at home a long time ago. We specially brought some snacks to visit you today because we missed you."
Before he finished speaking, he had already handed the heavy object in his hand to the person standing in front of him to express his sincere admiration.
"I wanted to come here this morning, but...but my mother kept me talking, so I only came now. Now it's getting late, we have to go back quickly."
There was a hint of helplessness in her tone, mixed with a bit of anxiety.
Her morning plans were disrupted by her mother stopping her to chat, so she was unable to leave on time.
By the time she finally got away, the sunlight had already slanted and the sky had gradually turned gray.
She looked up at the increasingly gloomy sky, frowned slightly, and worried that the weather would get worse.
The sky outside was pitch black, as if a huge dark cloud was covering the top of our heads, making it hard to breathe.
Such weather seems to become uncontrollable at any time, and I don’t know whether it will rain or snow next.
The damp and cold air made people feel uncomfortable. The only thing that was certain was that if they delayed any further, the situation might get worse.
In short, the wisest choice is to go back as soon as possible, otherwise it will be troublesome to leave if the weather really changes.
"You look like this and I know you're living a good life."
The person who was speaking paused, glanced at the expression on the other person's face, and said in a gentle and emotional tone, "I won't say much else. Two people must help each other in life. As long as our hearts are together and we work hard together, things will get better and better."
The voice is low but full of sincerity, which is a kind of open-mindedness and confidence that has settled after experiencing ups and downs.
Every word he said sounded like a warning from the bottom of his heart, warming people's ears and hearts.
This is the true meaning of life. No matter good times or bad, supporting each other is the foundation of a family.
He picked up the teacup in his hand and took a sip, trying to hide the barely perceptible relief in his eyes.
Zhao Chunhua poured a cup of hot water for the two of them, handed it over carefully, and whispered, "Drink it while it's hot to warm your body."
White mist rose from the table and spread in the cold air, like a layer of light gauze, dispelling some of the chill.
When their hands touched the wall of the cup, their tense state obviously relaxed a little, which showed that the running all the way had indeed consumed a lot of their energy.
Zhao Chunhua stood aside and observed quietly, with a smile in the corner of her eyes and a look of contentment.
"Where is the little stone?"
Shu Ziying suddenly turned around and asked
There was unconcealed concern in her voice, "I just walked in and didn't see him. Is he hiding somewhere again?"
Her concern for the child was obvious, and her thoughts had been revolving around him ever since she heard the news about him.
The eagerness to see the familiar little figure was beyond words.
"He's sleeping in the house."
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