Chapter 61 Bamboo Shoots Stir-fried with Cured Pork
The couple registered an account on Douyin (TikTok), and some netizens, not knowing how to find them, sent them private messages to smear their small restaurant.
Looking at these words, the wife gritted her teeth. This shouldn't be happening!
He Dong sighed inwardly, hoping his wife would behave herself.
Inside the teaching building and offices.
Teacher Chu ordered takeout and started browsing live streams out of boredom. She accidentally saw a very popular food broadcast, but when she clicked on it, the screen went black.
After a short wait, Teacher Chu found the blogger's account and pressed "replay".
The live stream started with the host introducing the topic, but there wasn't any main content, which made Teacher Chu a little bored, and she hesitated whether to leave the live stream.
"I've eaten at this restaurant before. The food wasn't that great, but it was cheap and the portions were huge. I only go here when I can't find anywhere else to eat!"
"Huh, this shop... is right near my house. How come I never noticed it before?"
"..."
Teacher Chu saw this section, just a fleeting glimpse of the shop's name.
Isn't this Tang Family Restaurant near the school gate?
Seeing that netizens were discussing this restaurant like crazy, and there were even some complaints, Teacher Chu felt like her hidden gem had been discovered.
Someone in the live chat said they wished they could buy a plane ticket right away and fly over to eat there.
Ms. Chu was quite pleased with herself. Luckily, she had discovered this shop and had visited it several times, even ordering takeout from it for lunch.
As she watched, a strong sense of hunger arose within her, so Teacher Chu switched platforms and asked the delivery rider how long it would take for her food to arrive.
The delivery rider answered the phone quickly, "Your food will be here in three minutes."
"Okay, thank you."
Teacher Chu hung up the phone with ease. The food preparation speed was indeed fast; she never had to wait long for her takeout to arrive.
After finishing lunch, Tang Yiyi cleaned up the dishes and prepared to take a nap. Unexpectedly, she received a series of takeout orders, and her phone was flooded with friend requests.
These notes are quite interesting.
[A devoted fan of beef offal hot pot.]
Being able to eat is a blessing.
There's no wife in wife cake.
...
Tang Yiyi approved them one by one and then added them to the food ordering group.
Because there were too many people ordering food, and it was inconvenient for several hundred people to be in one group, she created a second ordering group.
Then ask the customers who join the group to change their names to make delivery easier.
Tang Yiyi didn't have time to rest until after 3 a.m.
It's incredible that a simple live stream of a restaurant visit can double its takeout business.
"Sister Yi, business is really good today," Song Man stretched. "Doing self-media is really different; it brings so much business to the store."
"Hey, could our store do live streaming? Sister Yi can cook and stream live, so viewers can see it and feel more at ease about the hygiene conditions of our store, which will make them more willing to come and patronize us."
"Not really," Tang Yiyi shook her head.
She didn't understand live streaming very well, and it was time-consuming and laborious. In the long run, live streaming became less useful.
She should just focus on cooking.
"Boss, I'd like to order two meals for lunch tomorrow."
When she received the message, Tang Yiyi remembered who the guest was.
Since ordering food once, Cheng Yu's mother has not spoken in the group chat again.
"Are there any dietary restrictions?" she asked.
Tang Yiyi received several more messages, all asking her to order meals for tomorrow.
"Boss, I'd like to order some food for my child tomorrow."
[Do you have beef offal hot pot for lunch tomorrow?]
"Boss, I have a good appetite, I'll eat anything. Just send over any meal once the menu is ready tomorrow."
The guests seemed to have made a pact beforehand, and they all placed orders.
Tang Yiyi sighed, "There will be a lot of takeout orders tomorrow, He An will have to work hard."
"Boss, it's okay to work hard, but when can I get a raise?" He An asked jokingly.
Song Man then said, "Boss, he's such a tall and strong man, what's so hard about that!"
"Let's talk about a raise in a couple of days. You've done a good job, and I won't treat you unfairly!" Tang Yiyi thought about it seriously.
For the next two days, the number of takeout orders remained around one hundred per day. Tang Yiyi was very happy, as she had a good income. She could renovate the store so that customers would feel more comfortable.
I'm so busy every day that even though I'm used to it, I still experience some leg and back pain.
Tang Yiyi persevered despite seeing so many food order messages.
With the weather getting cooler, the kitchen, which doesn't have air conditioning, is much more comfortable.
Previously, Tang Yiyi would always be drenched in sweat whenever she cooked in the kitchen.
When I got home that night, I felt like I smelled terrible.
Tang Yiyi is considering making a soup dish to warm the stomach and soothe the heart.
Winter melon and meatball soup is a good choice; the combination of winter melon and meatballs is nourishing and appetizing.
Tang Yiyi wrote it on tomorrow's menu, as well as the other dishes.
"There's still some offal left. I can make a stew of offal and radish, and also stir-fry some lettuce leaves and tofu with meat."
The restaurant doesn't use high-end ingredients; it serves home-style dishes that everyone can enjoy.
Even a simple stir-fried bok choy has a unique flavor.
Tang Yiyi quickly prepared the menu and sent it to the order group.
Apart from a few customers who were not very satisfied, the rest had no complaints.
Jianhao's grandfather was the first to send a message.
[Boss, tomorrow at noon I'd like a winter melon and meatball soup and a beef offal and radish stew, preferably on the lighter side, as my grandson and I can't handle spicy food.]
Tang Yiyi replied quickly, of course.
Then several more customers sent messages.
I don't have any particular favorite dishes, but I've been eating at your place for so long, so tomorrow at noon I'd like some stir-fried tofu with pork, and I want it spicy, because I can handle spicy food!
My child has been experiencing heatiness lately and can only eat bland foods, so how about some stir-fried lettuce leaves?
The beef offal hot pot was sold out by 5 p.m.
This dish takes a long time to cook, so it's not as quick to serve as a rice bowl.
That evening, Tang Yiyi started doing the accounts.
She counted her cash and QR code payment income. Her phone had received a considerable amount of money, with food delivery income exceeding takeout income. Her income was concentrated during peak dining hours. Today's income was nearly two thousand yuan, with food delivery income alone amounting to almost one thousand yuan. Her expenses for groceries, such as vegetables, meat, and seasonings, totaled more than four hundred and ninety yuan.
Tang Yiyi was very satisfied with her income of nearly 1,500 yuan today.
In a few days, we can renovate the store properly.
"Yiyi, haven't you come home yet?" Grandma Li's voice came from outside.
Tang Yiyi: "Soon, Grandma."
"You guys work so hard running this shop, spending almost ten hours a day there," Grandma Li said with emotion. She said that every time she saw Tang Yiyi, she would leave home at around 5 a.m. and return around 8 p.m.
"Grandma, are you full? Do you want me to get you something to eat?" Tang Yiyi asked.
"No need," Grandma Li quickly waved her hand. "Grandma can't eat much at night now. I feel full after eating just a little something."
"Where's Xiaoyu?" Grandma Li turned to the side, searching for Xiaoyu.
"She's doing her homework, she should be done soon," Tang Yiyi smiled.
"Yiyi, Grandma made braised pork ribs last night, just like you said, and Lili and the others loved it!"
He's got some skills to run a restaurant.
"Grandma, if you have any questions about cooking, you can ask me."
"Okay, Yi Yi, Grandma won't bother you anymore," Grandma Li said as she prepared to go home. She had just taken a walk to digest her food and couldn't resist going into the restaurant.
Tang Yiyi cleaned the shop, glanced at the time, and knew it was time to close up shop and go home; she had to get up early tomorrow.
On the way back, Xiaoyu was clearly sleepy and yawned several times.
After going upstairs, I saw a figure at the door. Upon closer inspection, I realized it was the landlord.
"I was just about to hand over the rent to you when you arrived, I..." Tang Yiyi hurriedly opened the door to pay the rent to the landlord.
To everyone's surprise, the landlord quickly said, "No need to rush, it's okay to pay the rent a few days later."
"Could you make me a rice bowl? Any dish is fine, I'll pay."
The last sentence is the key point.
Tang Yiyi glanced at her foodie landlord and tried to be tactful, saying, "The ingredients haven't been prepared yet, you might have to wait a little while."
"It's okay, I can wait." As long as I can eat delicious food, I'm willing to wait as long as it takes.
Tang Yiyi didn't know what to do at first, but when she saw a piece of cured meat in the refrigerator...
We have bamboo shoots at home, so it would be nice to make stir-fried bamboo shoots with cured pork.
Tang Yiyi asked the landlord if she was allergic to bamboo shoots, and the landlord shook his head. Only then did she start processing the bamboo shoots. These bamboo shoots were brought by Grandma Li yesterday. She had never known how to cook them, but today was the perfect time to process them.
After blanching the homemade cured pork, I sliced it thinly. The slices were translucent and looked very tempting.
Heat the pan over a fire. You don't need to add much oil. The cured pork, which has a good balance of fat and lean meat, will easily render its own fat and become very fragrant.
The cured pork sizzles and crackles as it hits the pan, then chopped chili peppers and minced garlic are added and stir-fried until fragrant. Bamboo shoots are then added and stir-fried over high heat.
The rich aroma of meat and bamboo shoots wafted out, making the landlord on the sofa somewhat uneasy, and he couldn't help but look towards the kitchen.
It smells so good!
The food must taste great; the landlord is really looking forward to it.
Before serving, sprinkle with a little garlic sprouts for added aroma, then the stir-fried bamboo shoots with cured pork are ready to serve.
As soon as the dish was placed on the table, Tang Yiyi heard a loud swallowing sound.
The landlord stood up. "Is it ready to eat? How much?"
Tang Yiyi gave a nominal amount and collected the money from the landlord.
The landlord brought over a bowl of rice, and his eyes lit up when he saw the delicious-looking dishes.
He had been starving for a long time, and nothing tasted good. Only when he ate the food cooked by the owner of this house did he have an appetite.
The dishes are simple, but they taste great.
I picked up a piece of bamboo shoot that looked so tempting; its color was beautiful, and it smelled delicious.
I couldn't wait to put it in my mouth. The bamboo shoots were crisp and refreshing with a hint of sweetness. Then I had a piece of cured meat with them.
Under the light, the slices of cured pork are as thin as cicada wings, clear and translucent, very beautiful. They taste a bit salty, but also very fragrant.
The combination of bamboo shoots and cured pork creates a rich and varied flavor profile.
The landlord quickly brought over a few mouthfuls of rice to mask the slight saltiness of the cured meat.
After chewing the cured pork, there was a slightly spicy aftertaste. The landlord felt that this cured pork was completely different from what was sold outside. It was made with high-quality ingredients and had a meaty texture.
"Homemade cured meat?" the landlord asked Tang Yiyi.
Tang Yiyi nodded.
"Can I buy one from you?" Upon hearing this, the landlord's eyes lit up.
"We'll keep this cured meat for our own family."
The landlord's eyes dimmed, and then he began to eat heartily.
The cured pork is very chewy and becomes more fragrant the more you chew it, making it irresistible. It has a rich salty and savory flavor and is perfect for eating with rice.
Seeing that her landlord enjoyed the food, Tang Yiyi breathed a sigh of relief. It wasn't easy to satisfy this foodie landlord.
"Does the landlord own a restaurant?" the landlord asked, still holding his chopsticks, but that didn't stop him from speaking.
"Yes, it's located in front of Xingguang Elementary School."
"I'll definitely go eat there when I have time!"
The landlord finished the stir-fried bamboo shoots with cured pork completely, leaving nothing behind.
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