On the carriage returning to the city.
Ruan Meng had something to discuss with Sun Chengen, and Sun Chengen invited her into the carriage.
Xiao Kai was also invited in by Ruan Meng.
"Tell me your plans first."
Sun Chengen's voice was calm, much more composed than when he was throwing a tantrum.
Ruan Meng smiled, her tone direct:
"Young Master Sun, are you interested in the business I had Xiao Kai deliver the message back to?"
"You've tried all the braised food, and it seems you don't quite like it. There's also the seasoning business. In the last two or three days, we've been using wild millet peppers, Sichuan peppercorns, and Sichuan peppercorns in our cooking. You should be able to taste that they have a different flavor from the commonly grown ones."
"Seafood in a broth, I don't know if you've ever tried it? The main ingredient is oyster sauce made from oysters. I've been adding some to the dishes these past few days to enhance the saltiness and umami flavor."
"I want to open a spice shop so that people can enrich the flavor of their ingredients and make cooking more convenient."
"For example, the grilled flying fish we ate this morning had a sauce containing Sichuan peppercorn powder and Sichuan peppercorn powder that I had ground in advance. This is much more convenient than having to grind them on the spot when using them."
"Besides oyster sauce, I also want to produce a kind of cooking wine that can remove the fishy smell from seafood. I heard that there is a kind of wine called Shanlan Wine sold on the island. I have asked Xiaokai to help me prepare it. I don't have time these days. I will start making it after I settle down at home."
"There's also garlic sauce. When eating noodles, you can just scoop out a spoonful of garlic, which is much more convenient than cutting or chopping garlic on the spot."
"And there's also fermented bean paste, fermented bean curd sauce, shrimp and crab sauce..."
Sichuan peppercorn powder, Sichuan peppercorn powder, chili powder, salt and pepper powder...
"The business deal may not go through, but I must emphasize my principles to Young Master Sun. The raw materials must be of high quality, and I will not make money through dishonest means."
After listening, Sun Chengen did not express his opinion, but only asked:
"What are the girl's plans? To sell them on the island, or to sell them on the other side of the strait?"
Ruan Meng countered, "What's the conflict? Why can't we do business on both sides?"
"Why can't we sell to the other side of the strait? We can set up workshops on both sides, and as long as we maintain the quality of the raw materials and teach the methods, wouldn't that save on transportation costs and improve efficiency?"
"Is Young Master Sun testing me? I don't need to tell you, Young Master Sun already knows which market is bigger, the South Island or the other side of the strait."
Sun Chengen's expression remained unchanged, while Ruan Meng countered, "Young Master Sun, based on what I just said, where do you think the seasonings could be sold?"
Sun Chengen didn't put on airs and thought for a moment before replying:
"Both can be sold to restaurants, eateries, the poor, merchants, or travelers."
Ruan Meng nodded, "Regarding the pickles, there's one more thing. If Young Master Sun can pull some strings, they could actually become military supplies."
"Garlic sauce, pickled vegetable sauce, shrimp and crab sauce, etc., soldiers can eat them as long as they have a bowl of white noodles or steamed buns. It's much easier than transporting vegetables and meat."
Sun Chengen's gaze sharpened, his expression becoming more serious. "Has the young lady considered their shelf life?"
Ruan Mengxiao said, "Even if you don't make it into a sauce, how long can vegetables be stored? In comparison, sauces can be stored for longer than ingredients, and they also save on cooking steps."
Although Ruan Meng has a way to make the pickles last longer, that's just dirty money!
Weren't the additives we consumed in our past lives enough?
Sun Chengen nodded slightly and changed the subject:
How long can braised food be stored?
Ruan Meng thought for a moment, "If it's hot, it'll only last a day or two at most. But if it's cold, it can last ten days or half a month without much of a problem."
"It's not suitable for military supplies, but it's quite suitable for travelers, caravans, and escort agencies. It's very convenient to eat after just a little heating."
"Package......"
"Sauces with broth can be made in earthenware pots or bamboo tubes. Bamboo tubes are cheaper, but their sealing is definitely not as good as earthenware pots."
"As for seasoning powder and braised food, using two layers of oil paper should not be a big problem."
Sun Chengen nodded. "How much are you asking for, young lady?"
To Sun Chengen's surprise, Ruan Meng shook her head.
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