The delicacies of the heavens begin with obtaining gem meat.

Chapter 148 The Autumn Selection Concludes

Faced with the curious gazes of the crowd, Jiang Yan gave a seemingly reasonable explanation.

"Actually, I just slightly adjusted the thickness of the dough so that the thinnest part was on top."

"When the internal pressure of the sphere accumulates to a critical point, it will naturally crack first from the weakest point."

"As for the red mist, it's just the color of the soup inside reflecting the high temperature steam."

"The shape of the cracked opening, combined with the refraction of light, forms the phoenix phantom that everyone sees."

"The chirping is caused by the wind sound produced by the rapid ejection of steam."

Of course, the most important thing is that he used magic to create a ball of light inside the "sphere of dough," and with the help of "mindfulness," he achieved this effect.

Whether it's magic or telekinesis, these are abilities he possesses, so Jiang Yan certainly doesn't mind using these two methods to make his dishes look more impressive.

After listening to Jiang Yan's explanation, everyone thought about it for a moment and felt that it was indeed possible.

However, everyone also knows very well that it takes an incredible amount of culinary skill, calculation ability, and mastery of heat control to control the thickness of the dough, manage the internal pressure, and make the timing and shape of the cracking perfect!

This is not something that can be done with "a slight adjustment"!

It's fair to say that even if you know the principle, there's virtually no way to implement it.

"Next comes the real test of cooking."

Senzaemon Nakiri withdrew his gaze, revealing an expectant expression for the first time.

"Let's begin to taste."

The other four judges also came to their senses at this moment, picked up their knives and forks, and looked serious.

The moment the blade sliced ​​into the meat of the volcanic windbird, there was no resistance whatsoever; the meat was clearly so tender that it seemed to melt at the slightest touch.

As the blade sliced ​​through the meat, thick, red juices slowly oozed out along the muscle fibers, and the aroma rose once more.

Each of the five judges cut off a piece of bird meat of a suitable size and put it in their mouths.

The next moment, the eyes of the five judges widened suddenly, and their bodies trembled slightly involuntarily.

The incredibly tender meat melts on the tongue with the slightest touch, without any fibrous texture. It's as delicate as a cloud, yet brimming with juices that are almost overflowing!

The rich and mellow aroma of meat is like a dormant volcano suddenly erupting, carrying a fiery power that overwhelms all the senses and domineeringly occupies the entire mouth.

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Then, the hidden sweetness, slight saltiness, and caramel aroma of the broth burst forth, swirling and surging on the tongue.

In a daze, the phantom of the phoenix rising from the ashes reappeared before my eyes, as if a real phoenix had taken flight from the depths of my taste buds, carrying a fiery yet warm power that rushed straight to my soul!

"This is...this is amazing!"

An's face was flushed, completely immersed in the impact of the flavors.

The other four judges also showed the same shocked expression.

Just then, Jiang Yan suddenly spoke up and reminded them, "By the way, the broken pieces of dough are also edible. They taste even better when eaten with the meat of the volcanic weathervane."

Upon hearing this, the five judges were startled and quickly picked up a piece of broken dough from the soup.

The dough is baked at high temperature, turning orange-red without any burnt marks. The edges have a faint aroma of roasted wheat, and the inside is soaked with rich red broth.

Put the noodles and bird meat into your mouth together and gently bite down with a "crunch".

The crispy pastry cracks between your teeth, releasing a burst of rich wheat, caramel, and savory aromas. Then, the tender and juicy volcanic hyacinth meat melts on your tongue.

The rich broth, the fresh aroma of the bird meat, and the savory flavor of the noodles blend perfectly, layer by layer, complementing each other.

A slightly salty aroma awakens the taste buds, a subtle caramelized aroma adds layers of flavor, and a delicate fragrance balances the richness. The noodles, soaked in broth, completely lock in and amplify the freshness of the bird meat.

The collision of textures and the fusion of flavors elevate the entire dish!

"Impossible! This is absolutely impossible!"

Chalme stared at the noodles on the plate, his face full of disbelief.

"The dough balls are baked at high temperatures for a long time, and the volcanic weathervane inside is already simmered until it's tender and flavorful. With such intense heat, how could the outer dough not be burnt at all?!"

Not only Charlene, but the other four judges were also puzzled by this.

They saw Jiang Yan put the "dough balls" on the fire to bake, but they weren't burnt. This couldn't be explained by common sense.

Jiang Yan remained calm and offered another seemingly reasonable explanation.

"Well, the principle is the same as boiling water in a paper pot."

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"The inside is filled with broth, and the heat is constantly absorbed and dispersed by the water, so the temperature of the dough never reaches the ignition point and naturally it won't burn."

But in reality, the secret to all of this lies in the volcanic ash of the volcano added to the dough.

Jiang Yan discovered this by chance. Ingredients with added volcanic ash from the Wu River have a very peculiar property: even if they are directly roasted in a raging fire, they will never burn.

Although Jiang Yan didn't understand the principle, it was quite normal for the ingredients in the world of Gourmet Captive to have some special characteristics.

"The meat of the volcanic wind-measuring bird is extremely delicious, tender and juicy, and every bite can taste the unique flavor nurtured by fire and volcano."

"The moment you enter the mouth, you truly feel as if you are witnessing a phoenix rising from the ashes, its wings spreading high, and your soul is soothed and ignited!"

"What's even more surprising, even stunning, is this layer of dough!"

"There was absolutely no burnt residue, the texture was extremely crispy, yet it was soaked up the rich broth."

"The aromas of wheat, caramel, and saltiness blend seamlessly with the freshness of the bird and the richness of the broth. Far from overpowering the other flavors, they elevate the entire dish, achieving a perfect and harmonious balance among all the tastes!"

"This is more than just a dish; it's a work of art! A top-tier feast that can tantalize your taste buds and touch your very soul!"

"Fresh without being greasy, rich without being murky, intense without being harsh, fragrant without being overpowering—every inch of texture and every layer of flavor is impeccable!"

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Leonora Nakiri blushed, and she kept uttering fragments of words, her tone filled with barely suppressed amazement.

"The richness of its layers, the ingenuity of its conception, the exquisite taste, and the stunning flavor make this a perfect dish."

Savoring the lingering taste on his tongue, Kirisanzaemon's lips slowly curled into a smile. This dish had brought him a sense of satisfaction.

The next moment, an invisible yet incredibly powerful spiritual wave erupted from Kirisuke's body, sweeping wildly outwards.

Following the ripples was the sound of fabric tearing; Kirisenzaemon's clothes were instantly ripped apart, falling in shreds to reveal his muscular physique.

Before Dojima Gin, Charme, and Anne could react, a wave of spiritual energy originating from the Kiri family bloodline swept over them, and their clothes immediately began to tear.

Fortunately, only the outer clothing was completely torn, while the inner underwear remained intact.

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However, Ceréonora was spared, though the few words that had been uttered about "a crack in her mouth" became increasingly fluent and clear.

That wasn't all. At the judging panel, Jiang Yan raised an eyebrow, keenly sensing something. He immediately used his mind to "attach to the clothes to prevent them from tearing."

However, the others were not so lucky. Kawashima Rei, Isshiki Satoshi, Kiri Alice, and Kiri Erina, who were standing on the judging panel, all had their clothes ripped open.

Looking at the scene before him, Jiang Yan knew very well that this was a technique from the Qie family bloodline that transcended "tearing clothes"—a technique passed down through generations!

When one tastes a dish that is so powerful it shakes the soul and far exceeds the limit of "causing clothes to tear," the spiritual power deep within the Kiri family's bloodline is released into the air as a wave.

Those who are not from the Kiri family and are affected by this fluctuation will be briefly taught the technique of "clothes tearing".

With the emergence of the "open-cloth transmission" technique, the outcome was already self-evident.

Senzaemon Nakiri put on the clothes brought to him by the staff, and then solemnly announced in a loud voice that resounded throughout the entire venue.

"The winner of the Autumn Selection Finals—Jiang Yan!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the entire venue fell silent for a moment, then erupted into thunderous cheers.

The Totsuki Academy Autumn Selection has officially concluded.