Chapter 207 Let's have a farewell dinner together
Upon hearing this, Su Yingxue smiled gently, picked up a piece of potato that had just been roasted until it was crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, and handed it to Mu Yu: "Back then, the students on both sides were always arguing over seats, and once they almost got into a fight."
I wanted a stable and comfortable business environment, so I simply moved to a different location. I never expected to meet Xiaoxiao and Li Wei here at the Agricultural University, and together we came up with the potato-themed series – it was a pleasant surprise.
Xiao Nuan leaned closer, her eyes sparkling: "Boss Su, will you still make the beef brisket soup and roujiamo (Chinese hamburger) from back then? Many of my roommates still miss that taste and always tell me they haven't had enough!"
Su Yingxue paused for a moment, then nodded gently: "Once things stabilize here, we'll definitely put on a 'nostalgia special' and let you know in advance so you can have a good time."
Wei Junwei then remembered his initial doubts and jokingly teased Xia Yao, "So you rushed over here just for this food. I was worried sick for a long time, afraid that something might have happened to you."
Xia Yao stuck out her tongue, hooked her arm around his, and said coquettishly, "It's all because Boss Su's cooking is so tempting! Next time I find something delicious, I'll definitely call you first and won't hold back."
Amidst laughter and chatter, past regrets were filled with joy at this reunion. Su Yingxue looked at her lively companions and then at the still bustling crowd in front of the stall, her eyes filled with warmth.
A gentle evening breeze carried the aroma of potatoes and fish, making this heartwarming reunion all the more comforting.
As night deepened and the crowd in front of the stalls gradually dispersed, Su Yingxue was tidying up the tableware when her phone suddenly vibrated in her pocket. She wiped her hands, took out her phone, and when she saw the name on the screen, a smile appeared in her eyes. She then pressed the answer button.
"Hey, Shen Yu, what do you want, big star?" She walked to the side and answered softly, her tone somewhat familiar.
A gentle voice came from the other end of the phone. The two chatted briefly, with Su Yingxue nodding in response from time to time. When she hung up, a smile still lingered on her lips.
She turned to look at Wei Junwei and the others, as well as the busy Li Wei and Mu Xiaoxiao, and said in a light tone, "We've just finished our business. Thanks to everyone's help today, I'll cook a table full of dishes so we can have a good get-together and say goodbye to everyone."
Upon hearing that they were in for a treat, everyone's eyes lit up instantly. They followed Su Yingxue back to the small courtyard where she was temporarily renting a place.
In less than an hour, a table full of steaming dishes was laid out, and the aroma wafted out through the open window, attracting passing neighbors to stop and look.
These are all snacks that Su Yingxue made.
The outer crust of the roujiamo (Chinese hamburger) is baked until crispy, making a "crunch" sound with a gentle bite. The braised pork inside is stewed until tender and falls off the bone, with the marbled fat and lean meat coated in a rich braising sauce.
Mixed with refreshing diced green peppers, it's savory and flavorful without being greasy, and the meat juices drip down your fingertips. Just the smell alone is enough to make your mouth water.
The grilled cold noodles are pan-fried until golden brown and soft, with a slightly charred edge. They are then brushed with a secret sauce that is both sweet and sour, and wrapped around a crispy grilled sausage and a tender egg.
With each bite, the texture is rich and layered, the aroma of the sauce explodes in your mouth, and the aftertaste carries a hint of sesame fragrance, making it even more enticing than what you can buy outside.
The radish and beef brisket soup was cooked to perfection. The beef brisket was stewed until tender but still chewy, melting in your mouth with just a gentle touch. The radish absorbed the essence of the broth, becoming crystal clear and melting in your mouth.
The soup is clear and rich, and a sip brings warmth from your throat to your stomach. The delicious flavor goes straight to your heart, and even the scallions in the soup have a subtle meaty aroma, making you want to eat bowl after bowl.
The mushroom and chicken soup is purely delicious. The chicken is stewed until tender and falls apart with a gentle tear. The various mushrooms have absorbed the umami flavor of the chicken soup, resulting in a rich and firm texture. The soup is clear and sweet.
It has no greasy feeling at all, tastes fresh without being fishy, and every sip is filled with the fragrance of nature. After drinking it, there is a faint sweet aftertaste.
Braised pork ribs with potatoes is a familiar and popular dish. The potatoes are stewed until soft and tender, falling apart with just a touch, and coated in a thick sauce. The pork ribs are a perfect balance of lean and fatty meat, stewed until tender and flavorful.
The savory flavor is complemented by a hint of potato sweetness, and the sauce is so rich that it can be mixed with two bowls of rice. Simple ingredients create the most tempting home-style taste.
The final dish, angelfish stewed with potatoes, was the perfect finishing touch. The fish was so tender it almost melted in your mouth, with no fishy taste whatsoever. Coated in the delicious broth, the potatoes absorbed the savory aroma of the fish, becoming soft, powdery, and subtly sweet.
The broth is so delicious it'll make your eyebrows fall off; even the broth at the bottom of the bowl makes you want to mix it with rice. It perfectly embodies the divine combination of potatoes and fish.
Everyone sat around the table, enjoying their meal and praising it constantly, not wanting to waste a single moment. Su Yingxue watched them eat with satisfaction, her face full of smiles, and occasionally added soup and food to their plates.
After a satisfying meal and as night deepened, Su Yingxue got up to clear the table and said with a smile to everyone, "Thank you all for spending time with me today. I'll be leaving for a while the day after tomorrow, so this gathering is also a way of saying goodbye to everyone."
"Leaving? Where are you going, Boss Su?" Xiao Nuan was the first to react, asking with a face full of reluctance. The others also put down their cups, their eyes full of doubt.
Su Yingxue smiled and took out an exquisite invitation from her pocket, handing it to everyone. Her eyes sparkled: "I've taken on a job on a variety show. I'll be cooking for the show's crew."
"On a variety show?!" Everyone was stunned, their faces full of surprise.
Su Yingxue nodded, recalling the phone call a few days ago, her tone full of anticipation: "Shen Yu called me a few days ago. She has a new variety show that's starting, and the production team is short of a chef who can cook home-style dishes, so she invited me to give it a try."
I was busy at my stall that day, and I was a little surprised when I received the call. I thought about it for two days and decided that I could continue cooking and also see a different view, so I agreed.
Shen Yu just called me again, and we finalized the details. We decided to finalize everything this week and go in a few days.
Seeing the light in Su Yingxue's eyes, everyone instantly understood her feelings and offered their blessings. Although there was some reluctance, they were mostly happy for her, after all, such excellent skills deserved to be seen by more people.
Mu Yu said reluctantly, "Oh dear. We finally found this place, but now we can't enjoy this delicious food."
Xiao Nuan rubbed her eyes: "Oh dear. It's a pity I didn't find Su Ji Snacks sooner."
Xiaoxiao also looked reluctant to part with him. "Thanks to you, my potatoes have been able to shine so brightly."
Su Yingxue saw everyone to the door and said with a smile, "When I get back from the variety show, I'll open a small shop and make you all even more delicious food. Remember to come and support me often."
The evening breeze carried the lingering aroma of the food as everyone waved goodbye, their eyes filled with anticipation, looking forward to their next reunion for this culinary adventure.
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