Food Wars, My Dishes Don't Just Shine

Provoked in public and feeling the intense gazes of the girls around her, Erina Nakiri suddenly felt trapped and decided to accept the challenge.

While Alice Nakiri has grown considerably during this time, she is no pushover. Thanks to Bai Yuan's training, she now possesses the strength of a top-tier fighter!

In a clash between two Super-class fighters, she also possesses the God Tongue, giving her the advantage!

Thinking this, a confident look appeared on Erina Nakiri's face. Her expression, which seemed to say "Bring it on, I'm not afraid of you" yet also showed a hint of apprehension, made people want to laugh.

"I'll be the referee for you two."

Seeing this, Bai Yuan also laughed, looking like he was watching a good show.

So, Erina Nakiri and Alice Nakiri returned to their respective cooking stations and focused intently on their dishes, neither willing to be easily defeated.

Needless to say, Erina Nakiri has never won since Alice Nakiri returned; she has been completely dominated by her in every aspect.

And what about Alice Nakiri? As the older sister, she also didn't want to lose to her younger sister, otherwise the older sister would lose face and it would be difficult to educate her in the future.

Bai Yuan watched all this with great interest, but he didn't forget the food in the braising pot. He would stir it with a large spoon from time to time, then put the lid on, leaving only a gap for a chopstick to release steam.

As time went on, the braising sauce permeated the ingredients, giving them a rich aroma that drew frequent glances from the women in the kitchen, some of whom seemed distracted.

"Gudu."

The sound of swallowing began. At first, only one person was swallowing, but gradually, like a plague, the entire kitchen was filled with the sound of swallowing.

"Teacher Bai Yuan, is the braised food ready?"

Because it was nearby, Hojo Miyoko was the first to be unable to resist. She put down everything she was doing and stepped over to Shirayuki's side, her eyes revealing longing.

"About five minutes left."

After glancing at the state of the braised food in the pot, Bai Yuan replied that he had done some simple processing when the ingredients were put into the pot to ensure that they reached their optimal state at the same time and were then taken out of the pot at the same time.

"Five minutes...?"

Hojo Miyoko's face was full of longing. For the first time, she felt that five minutes was so hard to endure. She stared at the pot of braising sauce, looking like she was longing for it.

At first, only Shirai and Hisako Shinto were behind her, but gradually, the girls who were further away from the cooking station also gathered around.

In an instant, Bai Yuan was surrounded by a crowd of people again, all eager to be the first to eat the braised food in the pot, and no one was willing to give way.

"Ouch."

One of them, propelled by the force from behind, slammed into Bai Yuan with the ball. It felt like hitting an iron wall, incredibly hard, which made her cry out in pain.

After all, the entire thing was pressed on top, even squeezed into shape.

Bai Yuan also felt the pressure. Judging from the weight, the other party was very large. Among the many people behind, the largest was undoubtedly Mito Ikumi, and only her touch was so clear.

Of course, the more accurate basis for judgment is the sound she makes. It must be said that this girl's figure is very satisfying.

A slight ripple arose in his heart, but he remained calm on the surface. At the same time, his nose twitched slightly as he caught the lingering aromas in the air. The moment the heat was just right, he scooped the braised food out of the pot.

"Such a pure color!"

When the lid was lifted and the braised food was scooped out, everyone's eyes were drawn to it. Looking at the braised food placed on the plate, the women's expressions varied.

The person who reacted the most was Hisako Shinto. She had been following the whole process of making this braised dish, which was perfect in every aspect, and she was very excited when she saw the dish come out of the pot!

"I've been braising it for so long, but it doesn't seem to have taken on any color at all. Did I forget to add dark soy sauce and caramel coloring? Impossible, Teacher Bai Yuan wouldn't make such a basic mistake..."

Looking at the unchanging color of the braised pig ears in front of her, Yoshino Yuuki was puzzled and muttered to herself, waiting for the other party to explain.

"The white braising method mainly aims to bring out the original flavor and color of the ingredients. The ingredients are braised until flavorful but their color remains unchanged. Nowadays, very few people know how to do this."

Miyoko Hojo spoke, her eyes filled with surprise. She was the only one among the crowd who recognized the value of white brine, as it wasn't very well-known abroad.

However, I never expected Bai Yuan to use this. It seems that the purpose of this dish is to bring out the original flavor of the ingredients.

With Hisako Shinto by her side and the cooking she lost in the semi-finals, the truth all came to light: Shirai was giving her special treatment.

"I'm curious, how does this taste different from regular braised food?"

"Hurry up and cut it open so we can have a taste!"

"It looks so pure and simple. This kind of back-to-basics cuisine must be delicious!"

The girls all looked anxious, their eyes fixed on the pig ears in front of them, but Bai Yuan remained calm and made no move.

"Haste makes waste. The most important thing about braised food is to let it cool down naturally, otherwise it will fall apart when you cut it, and the taste will be much worse."

Hearing the girls around him urging him on, Bai Yuan showed a helpless expression, then scooped out the ingredients from the pot one by one and placed them on the counter to rest.

The rich aroma lingered in the kitchen and even drifted into the living room, enveloping the entire house, which startled Kobayashi Rindou, who had come to visit from outside.

Instead of knocking, he pressed his face against the door, his nose twitching like a puppy, sniffing the air inside, before stepping into the yard.

"As expected, this is Professor Bai Yuan's cooking! Coming today was definitely the right decision!"

"Hey, let me in! I want to try Chef Bai Yuan's cooking too!"

Seeing Bai Yuan being fawned over in the kitchen, Kobayashi Rindou's face flashed with excitement. She then patted the courtyard window to make a noise, hoping the people inside would open it for her and let her in.

However, everyone in the kitchen was focused on the braised food, and no one paid any attention to her despite the noise she made.

Helpless, she could only take out her phone and dial Bai Yuan's number.

"What a rare guest! What brings you here?"

"I have some questions I'd like to ask you, and I'd also like to mooch a meal from you. Looks like I've come at the right time."

Three minutes later, Kobayashi Rindou entered the kitchen, naturally placed his hands on Shinoto Hisako's shoulders, and leaned over to look curiously at the braised pig ears emitting an enticing aroma in front of Shirai.

Why isn't the other person cutting it when they've placed it on the cutting board? With such a strong aroma, they'll probably start snatching it up after a while!

No, she needs to find a good spot.

Thinking this, Kobayashi Rindou released her grip on Shinoto Hisako's hand and squeezed forward. The others made way for her because she was their senior.

Soon, Kobayashi Rindou arrived behind Shiro Awakening. Feeling the warmth of the strong body in front of her, she couldn't help but blush.

"More minced garlic, less minced ginger, and some hot oil, and the aroma will waft up with just a sizzle!"

Bai Yuan didn't care about this. At this moment, he was preparing the condiment bowls, chopping garlic and ginger separately and putting them into the bowls, with more garlic and less ginger. At the same time, he heated oil in a wok and poured the boiling oil over both of them.

This step is to bring out the aroma of the minced garlic and ginger. After the aroma is released, stir well with chopsticks and let it stand.

"All that's left is to season it."

He tasted the sauce and found it too bland, so he added MSG, chicken bouillon, white sugar, a little sesame oil, and a spoonful of the original braising liquid, as the saying goes, the original broth helps digest the original food.

Pick up a knife, chop two small red chilies into rings, then add them to the prepared sauce and stir until they are indistinguishable.

Thus, the seasoning part is complete.

"Is this braised food? It has no color at all."

Looking at the clean, white pig ears on the cutting board, Kobayashi Rindou asked the same question as Yoshino Yuuki. White brine isn't popular worldwide; unless one is extremely knowledgeable, they might not even recognize it.

So, the people at the scene explained it to her, which made Kobayashi Rindou look thoughtful and even more excited.

Unlike the mainstream braising methods, this method emphasizes highlighting the original flavor and color of the ingredients. What kind of taste will the resulting braised dishes have?

the other side.

Although Alice and Erina Nakiri were keeping a close eye on them, they remained in their positions, their eyes fixed on their own braising pot.

More than enjoying the food, they wanted to defeat their opponent, crush her underfoot, and see her resentful yet helpless expression.

"Come and try it."

Just then, Bai Yuan's voice rang out, and a kitchen knife appeared in his hand, slicing the pig's ear into thin slices with astonishing speed.

During the process of cutting the pig's ear, a golden light suddenly emerged from it, followed by a stream of light that swirled around the pig's ear, making it look incredibly sacred.

The sliced ​​pig ears, translucent like crystal, were neatly arranged on a plate, then drizzled with a prepared sauce and garnished with cilantro.

"Perfect."

As soon as Bai Yuan finished speaking, countless chopsticks reached out and began vying for the pig's ear on the plate. In less than a minute, the plate was completely empty.

"Wait, no, I haven't eaten yet!"

Upon seeing this, Bai Yuan's forehead creased with exasperation. The cooks hadn't even eaten yet, and these little guys were already moving so fast.

It was like they were right on cue; he had just finished cooking when the chopsticks appeared the next second, giving him no time to react.

"Delicious! The pig ears are chewy and crisp, with a refreshing aroma upon first bite, without any unpleasant taste, just the pure fragrance of the specially prepared sauce and the braised pig ears."

Kobayashi Rindou looked thoroughly enjoying herself as she put the remaining pig ear slices into her mouth. In the urgency of the situation, she had simply grabbed a handful.

"It tastes normal at first, but as you savor it more, you can clearly feel the exceptionally balanced flavor inside the pig's ear, which is the ultimate control over the proportion of spices!"

Hisako Niito spoke, her eyes no longer able to conceal her shock. This dish was a harmonious blend of spices, where each flavor resonated with the other, becoming one with the other.

Chapter 213 Each Shows Their Brilliance, the Punishment of the Losers!

"The meat of pig ears is firm and elastic. After being soaked in white brine, it becomes even more tender and juicy. It's hard to imagine that braised food can have this kind of texture!"

Erina Nakiri squeezed forward and also got a few pieces of pig's ear. As the pig's ear entered her mouth, she couldn't help but close her eyes to savor the taste:

"This is truly... every bite reveals the exquisite texture of the meat, delicate yet chewy, making it unforgettable!"

"In addition, the unique flavor provided by the white brine has deeply penetrated every inch of the pig's ear, making it fragrant and delicious."

Alice Nakiri's voice rang out as she spoke, swallowing a mouthful of braised pig's ear with a look of pure enjoyment on her face.

After being braised using the white brine method, the pig ears have an exceptionally clear and distinct flavor, making one want to groan softly and even tremble slightly!

"what!"

The aromas of various spices and herbs converged into a powerful force, gathering on the pig's ear. This force was released the moment it was chewed, continuously impacting the girls' bodies and causing them to gasp in surprise.

Kobayashi Rindou steadied herself against the kitchen counter, her body trembling slightly, her fair face flushed crimson, looking extremely restrained and suppressed.

Seeing her in such a sorry state, no one mocked her; instead, they all expressed their understanding, since they had all behaved the same way before.

Now that she's eaten so much of Bai Yuan's cooking, she's developed a certain resistance to it, which is why she was able to stand up with difficulty, though her skirt was still a complete mess.

There's no way around it; being able to resist doesn't mean it's ineffective. The power of Bai Yuan's cooking is probably only known to those who have tasted it.

"Let's cut the rest in half too, we can't wait any longer."

They looked longingly at the other uncut ingredients, all of which they had bought. If they had known they would taste this good, they would have given Bai Yuan more.

Savoring the lingering taste, the girls couldn't help but feel a little regretful. They had only given Bai Yuan half of the ingredients, keeping the other half for themselves, but now, it was clear that the ingredients they had given were not enough to feed so many people.

I really want to be able to eat braised food freely!!