Chapter 106: Cucumber with Green Plum Vinegar and Braised Food Combination
Jiangyou spent a lot of money that afternoon, but she also earned a lot of money from the spider spirit of the Discipline Sect that morning, so after offsetting the two, she still had a profit. This small amount of money could be exchanged for various props and equipment upgrades, so Jiangyou felt that it was still a worthwhile deal.
An increase in fixed assets translates to an increase in total assets. Cash flow hasn't changed much, remaining sufficient, yet the kitchen has nearly doubled in size! Tonight, Meili's snack stand specializes in crayfish, while Jiangyou's serves braised dishes and cold dishes, sure to capture even more customers' hearts and stomachs!
Andrei didn't comment much on Wulich's business strategy. He simply placed two large jars of vinegar on Jiangyou's stall. "Here, the green plum vinegar you asked for. I brought two jars to make it easier for Diego to carry. If you think it's too much, you can still sell it."
"Oh, just in time!" Jiang You immediately opened a vinegar jar, "I was just about to make some cucumber salad!"
The juicy cucumbers had been washed, cracked, and cut into appropriate pieces. They were lightly seasoned with salt and maltose and marinated briefly. Jiangyou preferred a crispy texture, so she didn't marinate them too long. She minced garlic, added chili peppers and cooked sesame seeds, and poured a tablespoon of peanut oil over the boil. The aroma of sesame and chili peppers instantly filled the air.
"Huh, what smells so good?"
"Bone Skull is making delicious food again! Come get in line!"
Jiang You continued to add soy sauce, malt sugar, a little salt and a spoonful of green plum vinegar to the sauce, and looked at the knight: "Want some cilantro?"
"Eat." Andre nodded.
The Bone Lich smiled and grabbed a handful of cilantro, washed it, cut it into small pieces, added it to the sauce, mixed it with the cucumber, and placed it on a bamboo plate. The lush green cilantro, crisp cucumber, and red chili pepper complemented each other beautifully, looking particularly tempting.
Jiangyou picked up a pair of long bamboo chopsticks, fished in the soup pot, and picked out a large piece of beef shank. "Want to eat beef?"
"eat!"
"Where's the beef tendon?" She fished out another piece of beef tendon. The tendon had been stewed almost until it was soft. It would shake a few times when the chopsticks were moved a little. Andre couldn't help swallowing his saliva when he saw it.
“Eat it too!”
The knight, who was not picky about food, was already staring at the beef and tendon on the chopping board with eager eyes. Jiang You stopped asking questions, picked up the fine gold kitchen knife, made a few cuts, and cut the beef that had absorbed the flavor of the marinade into slices of appropriate thickness.
Don't cut this thing too thin. While it saves money, it doesn't look good on customers. Customers are after the bite of meat, and if it's sliced too thin, it won't taste good and they'll definitely stay away.
It is also not a good idea to cut it too thick, as it will affect the taste, make it tiring to the tongue and teeth, and make it inconvenient to eat.
Jiangyou got the scale just right. After cutting, he picked up a piece and could see the transparent veins dyed amber by the marinade. When he looked at it against the light, the light could faintly see through the veins, as if the amber was coated with a layer of gold.
The beef shank is cut into slices and the tendons are cut into small pieces, neatly arranged on a bamboo plate, topped with a little coriander and a spoonful of marinade. The beef seems to be given a soul, shining brightly under the oil lamp at night.
Jiang You placed a plate of braised beef tendon and shank and a plate of smashed cucumber on a tray. He then filled a small bowl of indica rice and handed it to Andre. "Here, thanks for your help. Come, try the smashed cucumber with green plum vinegar and the braised combination. These are tonight's main dishes! The braised sauce or the smashed cucumber sauce are both delicious with rice. If it's not enough, bring more."
Andre, who had only hurriedly eaten some bread and dry food at noon, was already hungry. He couldn't wait to pick up the tray, found an empty seat and sat down. He picked up the bamboo chopsticks in the tray and picked up the braised beef shank on the plate, not forgetting to cover the meat with the marinade before putting it into his mouth.
Andre: “!!”
The beef shank was cooked to perfection, the once firm and tough muscle softened by the long simmering process, while the tendons in the center were soft yet still slightly springy. It wasn't too chewy or demanding, but it didn't completely lose its texture or firmness. It was tender yet still had a hint of springiness, just the texture he preferred.
The beef had been cooled after stewing - perhaps even chilled - and the slightly cool slices of meat, topped with the still slightly warm sauce, brought a cool breeze in this summer night when the heat of the sunset had not yet dissipated.
Andrei couldn't help but take a mouthful of rice, feeling the slightly cool beef wrapped in the hot white rice in his mouth, and the gravy mixed with the fragrance of the rice soothing his stomach that was roaring with hunger.
——How nice it would be if I had a glass of ice-cold beer at this time!
Andre wiped the sweat from his forehead and picked up another piece of smashed cucumber. After taking a bite, he seemed to feel a breeze with the scent of green plums blowing past.
The cool, sweet-and-sour cucumbers burst with fresh juice as he chewed them, creating a crisp, refreshing, and cool atmosphere. Coriander, sesame seeds, and chilies were mixed in haphazardly, and each bite offered a slightly different flavor, sometimes fragrant, sometimes spicy, and sometimes permeated with a rich plum aroma, which made his mouth water and whet his appetite.
One piece of cucumber after another, one bite of beef after another, and occasionally paired with hot white rice, the coolness and warmth overlap, and the more you eat, the more delicious it becomes.
Andrei picked up another piece of beef tendon. As soon as his chopsticks touched it, he felt its unusual chewiness, and the delicious taste was indescribable.
The outer layer of the beef tendon was stewed to the point of melting in the mouth. Just pick it up with chopsticks and lift it lightly, and you can see the amber beef tendon shaking with the movement of "Duang" "Duang" - of course, Andre didn't actually hear any sound, but his brain inexplicably automatically filled in the sound effects of this scene.
The outer layer of beef tendon is incredibly soft, practically gelatinous, and easily yields with a single sip. The center, however, is like a candy; even when biting into it, you can still sense a hint of resistance within its softness.
The flavorful marinade has been fully absorbed by the beef tendons and shanks, creating a perfectly salty, slightly sweet sauce aroma. Eaten on its own, it possesses a delicate beauty, like gazing at distant mountains and rivers amidst a hazy mist. But coated in the marinade, it's like a violent storm dispersing the shrouded fog, allowing the overbearing aroma to fully bloom and dance across the tongue, assaulting every sense.
It’s salty, sweet, and even has a hint of spicy stimulation. If you can’t resist the fierce attack, you can seek help from rice or beer.
"It goes well with rice and wine." Andrei couldn't put down his chopsticks at all. With this meat and vegetable dish, he finished a bowl of rice, and he wanted another bowl!
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