Chapter 35 Steamed Shrimp and Egg
At 2 PM, the air conditioner I ordered online arrived.
Two workers came and carried the air conditioner in.
Tang Yiyi followed behind, watching them install the air conditioner.
Halfway through the filling, the worker stopped to rest. She brought over two bottles of water and handed them to him, saying, "Thank you both for your hard work."
"You're too kind, boss," the two chefs said with good-natured smiles, accepting the water with a smile.
The restaurant has air conditioning installed, so it will be warm in winter and cool in summer, making it more comfortable for customers to dine in.
Just as I was thinking about something, Song Man's cheerful voice came from inside, "The shop has air conditioning installed, that's so nice!"
Tang Yiyi nodded, "Xiaoman, stay here and watch over things. I'll go get two bowls of mung bean soup."
"good."
It's still hot, and the two installers are working hard installing the air conditioner.
After the two installers finished installing the air conditioner, they clapped their hands and got off their chairs. Tang Yiyi brought over two bowls of green mung bean soup, which looked very refreshing.
"Thank you for your hard work, chefs. Please try the mung bean soup in the shop. It's free, no charge."
Upon hearing this, the two masters became somewhat flustered, unsure of where to put their hands.
"Thank you so much, boss!" The boss was being too kind.
The mung bean soup is very sweet and refreshing, and the mung beans themselves are very smooth and delicate. The soup is both clear and rich, with a refreshing aroma.
Having a bowl of this in the summer is so comforting!
The two chefs finished the mung bean soup completely, and seemed a little unsatisfied.
After finishing their drink, one of the chefs praised it highly, saying, "Boss, your mung bean soup is really delicious! It's sweet with a lingering aftertaste and has a rich bean aroma. My brother and I will come to your restaurant to eat next time and see how the food tastes."
Tang Yiyi: "Welcome."
As they left the restaurant, the two chefs were still thinking that the mung bean soup was really delicious and that the restaurant owner must be making money, and a lot of money at that.
On a sweltering afternoon, a small dog on the street was panting heavily with its tongue lolling out.
When Teacher Wang returned to school, she inevitably saw the restaurant across the street. It had been a long time since she had eaten at a restaurant or ordered takeout.
If I have time tonight, I can go eat there.
Thinking this way, Teacher Wang was in a good mood and hummed a song all the way to her office.
"Oh, Teacher Wang seems to be in a good mood?" Teacher Chu joked as she was packing up her textbooks to go to class.
"No, I just decided what to eat for dinner." Teacher Wang put her bag on the table and sat down.
What to eat for three meals a day is also a dilemma.
"Not eating in the school cafeteria?" Teacher Chu asked again.
"I'll eat at the restaurant across from the school. It's been a long time since I've been there."
It was only two or three days, but Teacher Wang felt it had been a long time.
Suddenly remembering something, Teacher Chu murmured, "Isn't this the restaurant where we had our last get-together? The food was pretty good."
Xiaoyu took out the egg tarts. The slightly charred, golden-brown tarts had a rich egg aroma, instantly attracting the attention of the other students.
Lili couldn't help but come over and ask, "Tang Xiaoyu, how come you eat so well every day?"
His tone betrayed his envy.
Lili is an only child with no siblings. She usually feels okay, except for being a little lonely, but her parents will buy her whatever she wants.
Now, she truly envies Tang Xiaoyu for having such a wonderful older sister!
Tang Yiyi mixed milk, heavy cream, sugar, and other ingredients together, then added egg yolks and stirred until smooth. She poured the mixture into tart shells and placed them in the oven.
Because the timing was right, the baked egg tarts looked crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, which was very tempting.
Xiao Yu gave an egg tart to Lili, and other classmates came in, chattering in his ears.
"Tang Xiaoyu, can I buy it from you with money?"
"These egg tarts look delicious. Can I trade them for potato chips?"
"..."
Xiaoyu refused them all, his attitude gentle.
Lili carefully held the egg tart in her hand and put it in her mouth. The crust was crisp and soft, and it made a crisp "crunch" sound when she bit into it. It was also very fragrant.
What's even more amazing is the filling, which is a blend of egg and milk flavors with a subtle sweetness and a delicate, silky texture.
It is sweet but not cloying, and has a long-lasting aroma.
Xiaoyu ate two in one go, shaking his head and feeling incredibly happy. The fragrant and soft egg tarts were bursting with aroma, and their smooth texture lingered on his teeth.
Lili licked the remaining egg crumbs from between her fingers. It smelled so good, she wanted to eat another one!
Around four o'clock, Grandma Li came to the restaurant carrying a basket with fruit and some vegetables. "Yiyi, Grandma came to eat and brought you some things."
Unable to resist Grandma Li's enthusiasm, Tang Yiyi stood up and repeatedly said, "Thank you, Grandma!"
Then Grandma Li took a small half-bag of dates and a few sections of lotus root from the basket and put them on the counter.
Then Grandma Li said, "Yiyi, after the children get out of school, I'll go pick up Lili and Xiaoyu on the way back."
"Okay, thank you, Grandma," Tang Yiyi said, as she had something to do and couldn't leave for the time being.
The oven was brand new, so Tang Yiyi started making egg tarts so that Xiaoyu and the others could eat them when they came back.
She took the tart shells out of the freezer to thaw, then poured milk into the cream and stirred it well. She added sugar to the egg yolks, stirred it well, poured it into the milk and cream mixture, then poured it into the tart shells, put them in the oven, and set the temperature.
Then Tang Yiyi started preparing the dishes. Grandma Li was old and had bad teeth, so she took out shrimp from the freezer and then a few duck eggs.
Crack the duck eggs, add salt and cooking wine, and beat into an egg mixture. Add cold boiled water and stir well. Peel the shrimp, and steam the duck egg mixture. After a few minutes, once the egg mixture has solidified, add the shrimp, and finally drizzle with soy sauce and sprinkle with chopped green onions.
"Sister," Xiaoyu's childish voice rang out from outside, and it was Grandma Li's voice again, giving her instructions.
"You're back," she said, coming out of the kitchen. "We'll have egg tarts later."
Hearing that there were egg tarts, Lili ran over with her schoolbag on her back and asked excitedly, "Sister Yiyi, can I have an egg tart?"
"Of course," she said gently, stroking Lili's soft head.
At this moment, Grandma Li came over and said, "Even if it's someone you know, you still have to pay for their food."
"Yiyi, we won't eat the egg tarts for nothing."
"It's okay, I don't have the skills of a pastry chef, I just made it casually."
Hearing this, Lili drooled. The fragrant egg tarts were ready for her to eat again.
The egg tarts were still quite hot when they came out of the oven. A few minutes later, Tang Yiyi brought them over from the kitchen.
Each egg tart is unbelievably beautiful, golden and tempting, with a rich egg aroma.
Even Grandma Li was stunned for a moment, and couldn't help but say, "These egg tarts look so good!"
"Grandma, you have some too!" She handed an egg tart to Grandma Li.
Egg tarts are easy on the teeth, which is great for older people like her. The egg tarts are so delicate! The crust is crispy and crunchy, while the golden center is tender and delicious, releasing a wonderful caramelized aroma.
When Grandma Li ate the inside, her eyes widened. The egg tart was rich in egg flavor, smooth and tender, like sliding down a slide on her tongue.
My appetite was instantly whetted.
Grandma Li ate an egg tart in a few bites; it was delicious.
The happiest person was Lili, her ponytail bouncing with joy, her face beaming with happiness.
Egg tarts are so delicious you never get tired of them.
The steamed shrimp and egg was ready. Tang Yiyi brought it over. The freshly steamed shrimp were a beautiful pale red, with a few white bits in the middle. The egg custard had a smooth surface and was garnished with soy sauce and chopped green onions, constantly emitting a fragrant aroma.
When Grandma Li saw the beautifully steamed egg custard after serving the rice, she couldn't stop smiling.
These eggs are steamed perfectly; she'll have to ask Yi Yi how she steamed them another day.
The smooth and delicate steamed egg custard paired with shrimp is a visual treat.
When Grandma Li scooped a spoonful of steamed egg custard into her own bowl and tasted it, it didn't taste like a chicken egg; it must have been a duck egg.
These duck eggs are incredibly tender and smooth, with no fishy smell, and they become more and more delicious with each bite.
The perfect way to enjoy it is with a bowl of rice; it's so delicious when mixed with rice.
"Yiyi, your cooking is really good," Grandma Li said, stopping to admire it.
Tang Yiyi: "Grandma Li, eat as much as you like."
"There will be plenty of rice; everyone should eat their fill."
Grandma Li was extremely satisfied with the steamed egg custard and kept praising it.
Another bite of shrimp, full of refreshing aroma, with a hint of the ocean. The shrimp is both sweet and bouncy, retaining the original freshness of the ingredients.
The addition of soy sauce and chopped green onions further enhances the flavor, making it savory, rich, and with a lingering aftertaste.
In addition, steamed eggs with shrimp are very nutritious, and Grandma Li encouraged Lili to eat more of them.
Another dish is beef stew with potatoes. The potatoes are soft and tender, rich in starch, and have a mellow and irresistible flavor. The chunks of beef are stewed until tender and have a rich, savory sauce, making it very delicious.
I saw Lili holding a piece of beef and gnawing on it, her mouth covered in dark sauce, looking like a little smeared cat.
Grandma Li took a tissue and wiped her mouth, saying, "Quickly wipe it off, your mouth is covered in sauce."
Lily didn't want to let go, she kept chewing and chewing, "Mmm...so delicious...so good."
After finishing their meal, Grandma Li went to pay the bill.
Unable to resist asking Tang Yiyi, "Yiyi, how did you make your steamed shrimp and egg? It tastes so delicious! I can't make it taste like this at home."
Upon hearing this, Tang Yiyi briefly explained how to steam duck eggs to make them smooth and tender without air pockets.
Finally, after listening attentively, Grandma Li said, "Thank you, Yi Yi. I'm taking Lili home."
As Grandma Li and her companion left, the sun began to set.
Teacher Wang walked in, looking radiant. "Sister Xiaoyu, what's available at the restaurant today?"
Every time I eat at this restaurant, it's like opening a blind box, but there are always surprises.
Tang Yiyi greeted everyone first before saying, "There's steamed egg with shrimp and stewed beef with potatoes..."
After saying that, Teacher Wang said, "Then I'll have some steamed eggs with shrimp and stir-fried water spinach."
The restaurant tables and chairs are very clean, so they don't need much wiping.
Teacher Wang is a bit of a neat freak, and sat down contentedly.
She arrived early; around six o'clock is the peak dining time, and many customers come to eat then, so it takes a while to get in line.
Teacher Wang looked over and saw Tang Yiyi cracking two eggs into a bowl in the kitchen and then fiddling with them.
The technique was skillful and pleasing to the eye.
Soon, the two dishes she ordered arrived. The aroma of eggs and sauce wafted through the steam, and the steamed shrimp and egg dish was so exquisitely presented that it looked like a work of art, perfect for taking a picture with your phone.
Teacher Wang dug down and found a dent in the steamed egg custard; it was bouncy, tender, and smooth.
The shrimp were also very fresh and tender, with a slightly sweet taste, making it extremely refreshing.
Steamed shrimp and egg may look plain, but it's sure to make you want to eat more rice.
Teacher Wang, who had planned to be a little more restrained in the evening, accidentally ate two bowls of rice. Oh my, it tasted so good!
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