The Spirit of Gourmet

Chapter 290 Yellow Croaker in Soup!

Heat oil in a wok.

"Fuck-"

With a sharp sizzling sound, Qin Lang evenly poured a spoonful of oil, heated to 70% of its maximum temperature, onto the surface of the large yellow croaker.

Then came the second spoonful, and the third spoonful.

The hot oil releases a rich aroma of fish, and the tightly sealed fish skin takes on an even more enticing golden color.

Once the large yellow croaker has completely set and both sides have turned an enticing golden yellow, place it on a plate. Garnish the fish with a layer of shark fin, shredded ham, and shrimp, drizzle with a little scallion, ginger, and cooking wine, and then steam it.

Steam for 15 minutes after the water boils, then remove from the pot.

Soup-filled yellow croaker, one of the dishes in the Manchu Han Imperial Feast, is complete!

As a rich aroma wafted out, the crowd that had been waiting eagerly rushed forward.

"Is it finished?" Li Yuantu asked impatiently.

The mere fact that the dish was made with premium chicken already filled him with anticipation, not to mention the wide variety of other ingredients Qin Lang used in the cooking process.

All these ingredients came together in front of him to make this seemingly unremarkable yellow croaker soup, making Li Yuantu eager to try the dish.

"Of course." Qin Lang smiled, then used a kitchen knife to completely cut open the belly of the yellow croaker from head to tail.

As the fish belly was cut open, the thick and delicious crab roe and broth inside instantly flowed out. The amazing aroma sealed inside the fish belly was like a bomb exploding, quickly sweeping around and making everyone around swallow hard, their eyes shining with longing.

"The inspiration for this dish came from a culinary competition among food and travel groups."

"Soup-filled yellow croaker, please enjoy."

Without hesitation, Li Yuantu picked up his chopsticks, took a piece of fish belly meat, dipped it thoroughly in the rich crab roe broth inside the yellow croaker, and put it in his mouth.

The moment he entered the mouth, Li Yuantu's body jolted violently.

The moment the broth touches the tongue, an exquisite and delicious flavor explodes forth. The flavors of premium chicken, ham, crab meat, and many other ingredients intertwine, instantly immersing the tongue in a sea of ​​umami.

He couldn't help but chew the fish in his mouth, and as he chewed, the delicate texture of the crab roe, the slightly crispy surface of the fish and the tender inside, and the springy texture of the shark fin and ham strips gradually revealed their unique charm.

They collided repeatedly in Li Yuantu's mouth, playing a harmonious and exquisite symphony.

“This taste…” Li Yuantu couldn’t help but slowly close his eyes, a look of emotion and reminiscence on his face. “I originally thought that cooking it this way would overpower the flavor of the fish with the freshness of the other ingredients.”

"But the reality is quite different. They blend together perfectly, achieving a complete harmony. This bite of fish seems to incorporate all the deliciousness, making it unforgettable with just one bite."

"In all my years as a food recommender, this is probably the most wonderful taste I have ever had."

"Really?" Zhuo Hong and Sang Ran exchanged a glance, then stepped forward without hesitation, picked up a piece, and put it in their mouths.

Immediately afterwards, the two were struck dumb, their pupils dilated, and their faces showed the same expression as Li Yuantu.

After just one bite, they instantly agreed with Li Yuantu's words and were equally captivated by the unparalleled deliciousness of the soup-filled yellow croaker.

To taste such a dish even once in one's life would be enough to make one's life complete.

Having learned from the previous experience with the peony fish fillets, all three food critics finished tasting them this time, and the others couldn't wait to rush over.

The yellow croaker was only this big, and it was impossible for dozens of people to each have a bite. Soon, the whole soup-filled yellow croaker was devoured, and even the plate was snatched away. They used the remaining soup to mix with rice and ate it all up.

Those who got to eat it were amazed and their faces lit up with happiness, while those who didn't get to eat it shed tears of regret.

"You guys..." Di You looked at the food and travel club members behind him with teary eyes, "You didn't even leave me a bite?"

"Brother Di You, here you go." Jiang Jun chuckled as he grabbed the plate and handed it to Di You. The plate was so white it looked like it had just been washed.

Di You: "..." Is he supposed to eat the plate?

On the other side, Bai Qi looked at Fatima in disbelief. The latter had successfully snatched the last piece of fish from the plate, and at that moment her chopsticks were less than a centimeter away from the piece of fish.

"Didn't you say that eating good food is an inefficient and mentally taxing activity?"

“Occasionally, a balance between work and rest is very necessary.” Fatima nodded seriously. “By the way, this yellow croaker soup is delicious.”

Bai Qi: "..."

Ugh, this is awful!
She wants to end her friendship with Fatima in one minute!

"I protest!" Cao Dongdong raised his hand high, his eyes full of accusation as he looked at Zhao Qian. "I strongly demand that no food spirits be sent out to steal food!"

Zhao Qian made a face at Cao Dongdong, and was about to speak when Zhong Lingyun, who had also successfully snatched food, snorted, "That won't do."

"Letting the food spirits participate in the food-grabbing is also part of cultivation!"

Upon hearing this, everyone immediately glared angrily at Zhong Lingyun.

I never imagined you were such a regional champion!

"What's wrong?" Zhong Lingyun grinned. "Want to have a thrilling battle with me, a battle of Food Spirits?"

Everyone simultaneously turned their gaze away.

Are you kidding me? This guy could easily defeat a whole group of them with just one of his food spirits.

This is outrageous! It's so unfair!
"I think we should unite." Zuo Ge, who also missed out on the soup-filled yellow croaker, looked at Qin Lang with a resentful expression.

"I strongly request another dish of soup-filled yellow croaker!"

Everyone: "!!!"

Could this guy really be a genius?!
In an instant, everyone's eyes turned to Qin Lang.

Feeling the resentful gazes from all around, Qin Lang shook his head, both amused and exasperated. "The next dish will be here soon!"

As he spoke, he hurriedly continued cooking.

While preparing the peony fish fillets and the soup-filled yellow croaker, Qin Lang had already begun processing some ingredients that needed to be prepared in advance.

The reason for serving the most time-consuming and labor-intensive dish, peony fish fillets, as an appetizer is that the rest of the meal will be served very quickly.

In just a moment, Qin Lang brought out a steamed sea bass, sprinkled with shredded scallions, ginger, and red peppers, and poured a spoonful of hot oil over it.

The third dish of the whole fish feast is freshly prepared.

"Steamed sea bass, please enjoy."

Amidst the cheers of the crowd, Qin Lang then began cooking the fourth, fifth, and sixth dishes…

For each dish, Qin Lang used completely different techniques and cooking methods. Each dish used fish as the main ingredient and was closely related to the travel experience on the Leap Fish cruise ship.

Finally, Qin Lang served the last dish.

It was a fish dish shaped so lifelike it resembled a flying bird.

"The inspiration for this dish comes from a leaping fish."

"Flying Swallow Whole Fish, please enjoy."

(End of this chapter)