Chapter 152: Can you make [Spicy Chicken]?
After Du Shaojie suddenly "got enlightened", he became positive and reliable in what he said and did, especially with his unique vision, such as urging her not to give up her studies, saying that the college entrance examination would be resumed sooner or later. Qi Yan
believed him, so she benefited from it for life.
"By the way, Shaojie, last time my classmate came back from Xijiang and brought a [Spicy Chicken], it was delicious, can you make it?"
Qi Yan was an optimist, after rolling her eyes, she immediately thought of delicious food.
[Spicy Chicken] is a local specialty food, with a strong chicken aroma and a spicy flavor, which is very addictive to eat.
"I can, but I haven't made it much. Wait for me to practice, and then I'll make it for you."
Du Shaojie couldn't do everything well. He had a general understanding of the production method and process of spicy chicken, but he had never practiced it himself.
Since Qi Yan mentioned this, he could take the time to study the method of making this dish. China is vast and rich in resources, with countless kinds of food, and it's better to learn as much as you can.
After sending Qi Yan home, Du Shaojie went back to have dinner.
"Brother, Dapeng bought a TV and many people went to watch it."
Xiaoya looked at Du Shaojie eagerly. She didn't need to ask what she meant, she wanted to join in the fun.
Xiaomei didn't say anything, but her eyes were full of curiosity.
"Really? This kid didn't say anything, and he was covered up very tightly. Eat quickly, I'll take you to see it after dinner."
The family can actually afford a TV. Now domestic TVs are basically black and white, with specifications of 9 inches and 12 inches, and are supplied with tickets.
Su Dapeng has a wide range of friends, so it's normal for him to get TV tickets.
The reason why Du Shaojie didn't buy a TV was very simple, just because he was afraid that it would affect Xiaoya's studies. Xiaoya is smarter than her sister and has better academic performance, but she is more pampered than her sister and has less self-discipline.
"You guys go after you finish eating, I'll clean up."
Wang Yuxiu didn't want to join in the fun, so she took the initiative to clean up the mess.
After the three siblings finished their meal, they threw away their bowls and chopsticks and went out to Su Dapeng's house.
At this time, some people had come to Su Dapeng's yard.
The TV was placed on a square table, and the TV antenna was on the roof. Snowflakes flashed on the screen from time to time, but it did not affect everyone's enthusiasm for watching.
"Shaojie, Xiaomei, Xiaoya, come and sit down."
Su Dapeng saw the three brothers and sisters and hurried over.
He bought this "Panda Brand" 12-inch black and white TV, which cost 420 yuan. It was really luxurious. Nowadays, there are not many houses in the entire Chunfeng Lane that have TVs.
"You kid is just showing off!"
Du Shaojie smiled and patted the other person's shoulder. There was no malice, just a joke.
Su Dapeng laughed a few times, and then placed three small stools for the three brothers and sisters in the front row, so that they could sit and watch.
Xiaomei and Xiaoya were not polite. After sitting down, their eyes were fixed on the screen. There are very few TV stations now, and there are very few programs. The TV is playing a Yugoslav TV series [Sneaking Behind Enemy Lines].
Du Shaojie was not very interested. After watching for a while, he got up and went to the kitchen.
Su Dapeng didn't watch TV either, because he was busy with tomorrow's work. He was frying a marinated whole chicken.
"Let me do it, you take a break. At this speed, you will be busy until midnight?"
Since he met him, Du Shaojie stepped forward to help.
He pushed Su Dapeng away, asked him to help on the side, and started frying with ease.
Although he seemed to be unhurried, Du Shaojie was much faster than Su Dapeng, and he controlled the heat better.
"If you have people coming and going every day in the future, won't it delay your work?"
Du Shaojie talked to the other party while frying the chicken.
"How can I do that? Today we are just trying to have something new, but we can't do it tomorrow, or it will affect our work. Shaojie, why don't you buy a TV? I think Xiaoya likes it." "
It's because she likes it that I won't buy it. She will be in the third year of junior high school when school starts, and she will take the high school entrance examination soon. How can she
have the time to watch TV all day?" "That's right. Let her come to my place on weekends. No matter how important studying is, she needs time to rest, right?"
After working so hard until very late, the TV programs stopped playing, and Du Shaojie took his two sisters home.
Lying on the bed, he counted his gains today.
[Bound chef: Du Shaojie]
[Level: First-level chef]
[Current works: (Stir-fried kidney, Dry-fried fish), (Kung Pao chicken, Beijing-style shredded pork, Osmanthus meat, Love of eggplant and bean)]
[Overall evaluation: good, good and bad] [
Bonus: Simulated chef skills competition duration (440 hours)]
[Reward: Exchange points (44 points), simulated training duration (440 hours)]
[Special reward: None] [
Exchange points: 2137 points\2166 points]
[Duration: 1880 hours\34176 hours]
There was not much income during this period, but a lot of time was consumed.
Fortunately, two more dishes, [Dry-fried Fish] and [Stir-fried Kidney], received an overall evaluation of "good", which is actually a sign of progress.
He can now successfully enter the semi-finals in the simulated chef skills (Group B2) competition, and there is hope that he will pass.
This year, Du Shaojie cannot take the "Special Level 3 Chef" exam, and he will have to wait until next year at the earliest. He estimates that with his current level, he should still have a good chance of winning the "Special Level 3 Chef" exam.
However, he did not relax, and theoretical learning, simulation training and practical operations went hand in hand, and he has been working hard.
Today Qi Yan talked about [Pepper and Spicy Chicken], so he entered the simulation training scene and chose to ask a master (technician) about the key points of making this dish.
"Young man, you have to remember that the masters are among the people! The more special snacks like this, the more you should go to the people to learn. Chefs are not omnipotent, I hope you can keep this in mind."
The master taught the method of [Spicy Chicken] in a proper manner, and then gave a heartfelt exhortation.
Many dishes (snacks) that cannot be served at banquets are not necessarily better made by chefs than by small vendors. After all, everyone specializes in different directions. Some people in the folk only cook one dish for their entire lives. Can you say that they don't cook well?
For example, [Donkey Meat Hotpot], [Lewd Pork], [Mala Tang], [Spicy Chicken], etc., may be hidden in a small shop in an alley, and they can make flavors that are popular with the public.
Du Shaojie nodded to thank the master, and then began to conduct simulation training.
The next day.
He got up early to go to work.
During breakfast, he asked Zhong Fuxiang again: "Master Zhong, do you know anyone who is good at making [Spicy Chicken]? I'm learning this dish recently."
"Why are you learning that? Let me think. Sorry, I really can't think of it."
Zhong Fuxiang is a more rigorous chef. He doesn't agree with those who want to learn everything but end up being proficient in nothing.
However, he still thought about it seriously and really didn't know anyone who was good at making [Spicy Chicken].
"Oh, thank you, Master Zhong."
Du Shaojie was not disappointed. He just asked casually.
At noon, a customer specifically ordered [Daqian Dry-fried Fish]. This dish has become one of Du Shaojie's signature dishes, and customers often order it.
When he was making this dish, Zhong Fuxiang happened to be not busy, so he watched it from beginning to end.
"Xiao Du, you have cooked this dish to perfection, better than me!"
Zhong Fuxiang had to sigh at Du Shaojie's talent. When he was seconded to Xijiang Hotel a few years ago, he barely had the opportunity to cook.
How long has it been? He has become the mainstay of the Chinese restaurant in Guangyuan Hotel.
Think about his apprentice Dong Jun, and then look at him. It is true that people cannot be compared. However, leaving aside Du Shaojie, this freak, Dong Jun has made great progress in the past two years.
"Master Zhong, thank you! I have cooked this dish many times, and I have also received careful teaching from Master Liao Yongxin. If I still can't do it well, it's really unreasonable."
Du Shaojie did not feel proud, but told the truth.
He is now walking on his own path, integrating the traditional Sichuan cuisine techniques taught by Liao Yongxin into his cooking skills. After thoroughly integrating them, he will be able to become a master of his generation.
Of course, it is still a bit far to say this now.
San Zao looked at the interaction between Du Shaojie and Zhong Fuxiang and was very envious. He couldn't communicate with them on an equal footing. With unequal strength, he was always inferior to them.
After finishing his work at noon, Du Shaojie was about to eat when someone came to see him outside.
He ran out to see Qi Yan pushing Liang Meiqin standing there, waving at him.
"Yanzi, Meiqin, you haven't had lunch yet, have you?"
"Yes, we came to see you on purpose. I heard that there is a store that has delicious [Spicy Chicken], I will treat you at noon, let's go together."
Qi Yan said with a smile. Although Liang Meiqin couldn't see, she smelled the familiar smell and couldn't help but smile.
Du Shaojie thought to himself that the other party was really a man of action. He mentioned [Spicy Chicken] yesterday, and he had to eat it today.
"It's just right, I haven't eaten yet. Wait for me, I'll go change clothes."
He immediately returned to the restaurant, changed clothes and ran out.
Qi Yan asked him to push Liang Meiqin, and the three of them went to the vicinity of Wenyi Road Market.
It was a small store with a sign of [Laobai's Peppery Chicken] hanging on it, and there were only four tables in the store.
Qi Yan ordered a [Spicy Chicken] and a few steamed buns, and the store gave everyone a bowl of chicken soup.
Du Shaojie tasted the chicken, and it was cooked to the right temperature, chewy, fragrant, spicy and numbing.
Qi Yan put a lot of chicken in Liang Meiqin's empty bowl. With Qi Yan's help, Liang Meiqin could eat by herself. But she couldn't just drink the soup, and someone needed to feed her.
"Yanzi, you eat, I'll do it."
Seeing Qi Yan busy all the time, Du Shaojie took the soup spoon and patiently fed Liang Meiqin a few mouthfuls of chicken soup. Liang
Meiqin grabbed the steamed bun and ate it slowly. It seemed that she was used to eating in this state and didn't need someone to serve her all the time.
Du Shaojie then began to taste it carefully. He could distinguish the flavors of many spices. He didn't dare to say all of them, but he could know the general idea.
Overall, the [Spicy Chicken] in this store is well made, and he can give it 75 points.
(End of this chapter)
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