Some meat and vegetarian dishes, such as various meatballs, egg dumplings, crispy pork, bullfrog meat, wood ear fungus, bean sprouts, fresh bamboo shoots, kelp, etc., all need to be prepared in advance.
So Yun Zhizhi made a shopping list, then handed the paper to He Ping'an and instructed him: "You need to go to the dock and look for seaweed to see if you can buy it from the fishermen."
After she finished speaking, she described the characteristics of kelp.
He Ping'an usually followed Yun Haodong and knew some characters, but when he saw the contents of the paper, he couldn't help but frown slightly and ask in confusion, "What is this bullfrog meat?"
Yun Zhizhi patiently explained, "They're just frogs from the fields. If they're not sold at the market, you'll have to go to the outskirts and find some farmers to help you catch some. Remember to have them clean the skin and internal organs!"
"Understood, Miss."
Although He Ping'an nodded in agreement, he still felt very curious.
After all, this was the first time he had ever heard that frogs croaking in the fields could be eaten.
As for bean sprouts, they don't seem to be available for sale outside at the moment.
Left with no other choice, Yun Zhizhi had to send Xiao Tao to her family's general store to fetch some mung beans and soybeans, and then soak them to sprout them for later use.
After buying the fish, pork, and beef, Yun Zhizhi quickly instructed the servants of the He family to chop them into minced meat.
Next, she added appropriate amounts of salt, pepper, homemade starch, egg white, and other seasonings to the three types of minced meat, and then kneaded them into small balls by hand.
Then boil them in boiling water until cooked, take them out and let them cool, then put them in an ice cellar for refrigeration.
He Yang has been helping out these past few days. Seeing how many ingredients Yun Zhizhi has prepared, he's sure the mala tang they'll be selling this time will be absolutely delicious.
Suddenly, he remembered something and asked Yun Zhizhi, "Boss, how much silver do you plan to charge for a serving of this spicy hot pot?"
Yun Zhizhi had never really thought about this question.
After all, it's different from what we sold before.
She thought for a moment before replying: "Staple dishes are eight coins a serving, meat dishes are five coins a skewer, and vegetarian dishes are three coins a skewer."
"Customers can choose the ingredients they like to eat according to their own tastes and preferences."
He Yang had originally wanted to say whether the price was a bit high, but considering that this kind of spicy hot pot had not yet appeared in Chu Yun Kingdom, he kept quiet.
After all, scarcity drives up value, and if someone else were to set the price, they would definitely be much more ruthless than the boss.
The day before setting up the stall, the sun shone brightly and the sky was cloudless.
Yun Zhizhi got up early and started preparing the food she was going to make today—egg dumplings and crispy pork.
In modern times, she always likes to order these two ingredients whenever she goes to eat mala tang (a spicy hot pot dish), so she has included them in the menu for this time when she set up her stall.
At the end of the Si hour (9-11 AM), the kitchen was filled with the rich aroma of eggs and meat; the two smells intertwined, making one's mouth water.
Yun Zhizhi stood in front of the stove, skillfully frying crispy pork, her movements very nimble.
At this moment, He Yang led his grandfather He Donghai and Yun Xiaochen into the kitchen. As soon as they smelled the tempting aroma, their eyes lit up instantly.
The three of them, like hungry wolves, quickly surrounded the two large plates of egg dumplings and crispy pork, and couldn't wait to start stealing food.
While frying the crispy pork, Yun Zhizhi kept glancing in their direction.
Seeing the three of them enjoying their meal, she couldn't help but laugh and joked, "Don't sneak too much food, or we'll have two fewer ingredients to sell tomorrow."
He Yang sucked on his greasy fingers a few times and said with a satisfied smile, "Boss, we'll only eat a few more strips. It's just that your crispy pork is so delicious, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with a savory and delicious flavor that's irresistible!"
Yun Xiaochen ate until his mouth was bulging, his eyes were narrowed into slits, and he said indistinctly, "Sister, these egg dumplings are fresh, fragrant and tender, and full of egg flavor. I couldn't help but eat more."
He Donghai chimed in, "That's right! Zhizhi, your cooking is absolutely amazing; these crispy pork and egg dumplings are simply divine."
"I was really craving something, so I joined the two of them in sneaking some food."
Yun Zhizhi grinned, revealing her neat, white teeth. "When you set up your stall tomorrow, you can try another way to eat mala tang."
Upon hearing this, the three of them had a look of curiosity in their eyes, and they were becoming more and more excited about the spicy hot pot that would be sold tomorrow.
Just then, Uncle He strode into the kitchen and reported to Yun Zhizhi, "Miss, the Sixth Prince has sent someone to the mansion, requesting that you go to the Imperial Palace now."
Upon hearing this, Yun Zhizhi's eyes lit up instantly, like two dazzling stars.
Is it what she thinks?
She still remembered what the Sixth Prince had told her ten days ago. Could it be that the scar on his face had really been completely removed, and that's why he couldn't wait to show it to her first?
Thinking of this, Yun Zhizhi's heart involuntarily quickened.
"Boss, why are you suddenly blushing?" He Yang asked with concern.
Yun Zhizhi subconsciously touched her face, feeling it was a little hot. She quickly explained, "Really? It's probably from the heat of the oil in the pan."
She would never admit that she blushed because of the Sixth Prince.
Yun Zhizhi hurriedly ran back to her room, quickly opened the wardrobe, and picked out a light purple moon-flower dress to change into.
Then, she opened a bottle of rose essential oil and gently applied a few drops to her ears, instantly filling the air with a faint rose fragrance.
Finally, she took a maple red lipstick and gently applied it to her lips to make herself look even more charming.
This time, Yun Zhizhi did not bring Xiao Tao along. The reason was simple: Xiao Tao needed to stay at the mansion to help fry crispy pork and pan-fry egg dumplings.
Holding an exquisite food box, she walked briskly to the gate of the Yun residence, only to be surprised to find the guard Zhao Er standing there upright, patiently waiting.
She had initially thought he was just here to deliver a message and then leave immediately, but now it seemed that wasn't the case.
It seems like they include pick-up and drop-off!
"Guard Zhao, I apologize for keeping you waiting."
Zhao Er quickly waved his hand to indicate that it was alright: "It's okay, I didn't wait long."
Even if he had to wait another half an hour, he would absolutely not dare to complain.
After all, Miss Yun could be considered their benefactor. The scar on his master's face had always been a source of pain for him, but thanks to Miss Yun's ointment, his master had recovered completely.
Furthermore, as soon as his master's face was healed, he immediately sent him to the Yun residence. It seems that his master really wanted to show Miss Yun his best side first.
You should know that even the Emperor and his relatives, as well as Master Xuanzhen and his six personal guards, did not receive this treatment!
This shows that Miss Yun holds an extraordinary position in her master's heart; she could even be considered a special person.
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