"Real Hainanese chicken rice?" Dong Youyou was stunned for a moment. Her biggest wish in this life was to promote Hainanese chicken rice. Unfortunately, the Hainanese chicken rice she made before was so unpalatable. After Ye Chui came, the taste of Hainanese chicken rice was improved by several levels. But at this moment, the smell coming from the kitchen was even more fragrant than what Ye Chui had made before, which made her look forward to it.
She showed an expectant expression on her face and was about to walk straight to the kitchen, but a hand suddenly grabbed her shoulder from behind: "Youyou, why are you running here all wet? And why are you walking around like this? Go change your clothes!"
The one who spoke was Dong Qian.
Dong Youyou said "oh" and hurriedly turned back to the next room. After a while, she came out wearing an extra T-shirt - her clothes were faintly visible inside the white T-shirt. Because her body was wet just now, the fabric was sticking tightly to her body. Any big movement would make people blush and their hearts beat fast, but Dong Youyou didn't seem to care. As she walked out, she stretched out her hand to tie her wet hair into a ponytail. This action made the fabric on her body lift up, revealing her slender white legs and black bikini trunks.
Seeing her dressed like this, the others in the living room were speechless. This was even worse than the swimsuit she wore just now...
At this time, Han Lao, Han Yuyan, and Qin Yiyue, who originally wanted to cook on the second floor, also came down with puzzled expressions. Han Lao couldn't wait to ask, "What is Ye Chu doing? What does this chicken taste like? It's no worse than the chicken dinner he made for me last time."
Hearing Mr. Han's question, Tian Xiaodu stood up hurriedly: "Mr. Han, it's Hainanese chicken rice. Master seems to have mentioned it to you."
"Hainanese chicken rice?" Old Han was stunned. "Didn't he say that the dish still had flaws? Now it tastes like the ultimate delicacy, right?"
"The flaws of this dish have been made up." Tian Xiaodu said hurriedly, glancing at Dong Qian and Dong Youyou secretly, "It turns out that the most important part of this dish is the choice of ingredients."
"Ingredients? What ingredients?" Old Han asked as he sat down on the sofa with the help of Han Yuyan.
"Mr. Han, wait until Master has cooked the food before you go ask Master." Tian Xiaodu said with a smile. It was not that he was hiding it on purpose, but this matter was related to the identities of Dong Youyou and Dong Qian, and he was embarrassed to reveal it now.
"Hmph. What a mystery." Old Han said unhappily, but he didn't dwell on the issue any more. He suddenly turned around and glanced at Qin Yiyue and Dong Qian standing next to him: "Aren't you two going to cook to compete with Ye Chui? What are you still doing here?"
Dong Qian and Qin Yiyue stood there without moving, with complicated expressions on their faces.
"What's wrong, sister?" Dong Youyou hurriedly walked to Dong Qian and asked with concern.
Dong Qian lowered her head and said with a gloomy expression, "No need to compare. This kind of fragrance... I definitely can't compare to it."
She had already understood Ye Chui's extraordinary qualities, and knew that she could never be Ye Chui's opponent. She only wanted to try today's competition, but now, smelling the mouth-watering and tempting aroma of Hainanese chicken rice, she subconsciously felt shy - ashamed to take out her own food. This was extremely rare for Dong Qian, who was always fearless of anything, and it was enough to show that she had realized how big the gap in cooking skills was between her and Ye Chui.
In fact, the rich aroma of Hainanese chicken rice is not special to most people, and is no different from the aroma of ordinary stewed chicken. However, only when it comes to the mouth and nose of a skilled chef can one truly appreciate the exquisiteness of this flavor.
Everyone in the hall looked at Qin Yiyue who was standing next to them.
Qin Yiyue has always been arrogant, so he can't be without the courage to even compete, right
"I lost this time." Qin Yiyue noticed everyone's gaze and shook his head calmly, "I admit defeat this time, but sooner or later I will surpass him!"
He really admitted defeat.
Qin Yiyue was like the lonely swordsman in martial arts novels who challenged others everywhere. He was fearless, but when he met a top master who surpassed him countless times, before the game even started, the opponent was so strong that he couldn't even draw his sword - because Ye Chui had defeated him before he drew his sword. He was not afraid, but he had lost the will to challenge.
Of course. He would not give up just like that, he would continue to challenge that top master again and again until the day when he defeated him...
When Old Han saw Qin Yiyue's reaction, he didn't blame her, but showed a look of admiration on his face. He already knew what Ye Chui was going to do from Han Yuyan. At this time, he couldn't help but sigh in his heart: Ye Chui is really good. Although he didn't participate in this competition, he directly crushed the top three in the competition. Even the dishes he made made them lose the idea of challenging him directly...
When Ye Chui's restaurant is really opened, it will definitely be amazing!
Ye Chui in the kitchen is doing his best.
Although Hainanese chicken rice is simple, it has become a specialty of Hainan and is popular in Southeast Asia. In the previous life, this dish became popular in Singapore due to immigration. Naturally, it has a unique charm that is extraordinary in simplicity. The simpler the dish, the more care it needs to be treated, and it can best reflect a chef's profound skills. This is the "big soup in disharmony" state that Ye Chui has always been pursuing.
He has already achieved a very high level of accomplishment in this realm, and can fully bring out the deliciousness of every ingredient and every part of the dish.
The tender white chicken was cooked, cut into even pieces and neatly placed on a plate. The rice steamed in chicken soup was cooked through and the dipping sauce for the vegetables was also ready. Ye Chui wiped the sweat from his forehead and looked at his work with satisfaction.
This is what the perfect Hainanese chicken rice looks like!
There may be no definitive answer to what makes a dish perfect. Ye Chui has always believed that there is no limit to eating. Perhaps if his cooking skills can be improved in the future, he can make this Hainanese chicken rice even more delicious. But as far as his current level is concerned, this is already the ultimate manifestation of his cooking skills.
It’s just that he is the God of Cookery, and his cooking skills are enough to intimidate anyone.
—The role of the ingredient Tianci Wenchang Chicken is secondary.
When Ye Chui came out of the kitchen with a tray, he was still wondering what Dong Qian and Qin Yiyue's dishes were. But he saw a group of people in the living room looking at him eagerly, including Dong Qian and Qin Yiyue.
Ye Chui was stunned for a moment: "Have you two finished your dishes?"
Dong Qian simply shook her head: "I give up."
"I..." Qin Yiyue seemed a little reluctant in front of Ye Chui, but finally said it. "I admit defeat, but I will keep challenging you until I defeat you."
"Oh, that's fine, but don't forget our agreement. You have to join my restaurant and work for me until you can defeat me." Ye Chui was slightly stunned and nodded. The expression on his face seemed to say that he didn't have to worry about the chef in the future. Was he going to eat Qin Yiyue to death for the rest of his life...
Then he looked at Dong Qian.
"I will help you too." Dong Qian replied, "But for a short period of time, I have to stay in Hainan and help Youyou develop Hainanese chicken rice."
"Well, my restaurant still needs some time to prepare, so it's just right for you to stay in Hainan." Ye Chui said with a smile, "By the way, I've already told you. Zheng Tianle, the owner of Tianhai Resort, has signed a contract. I will buy shares in the three shops next to Hainan Chicken Rice. The four shops are just right for selling Hainan's four famous dishes. I'll trouble you to take care of them for the time being."
Dong Qian's face was covered with sweat. Why did she feel like Ye Chu had already been prepared
She nodded. "I will."
Old Han couldn't stand it any longer: "Have you guys agreed to this? I didn't even have breakfast for your competition. Do you want to see an old man like me go hungry?"
Hearing Han Lao's angry complaints, everyone laughed. This old man seemed to be unhappy with everyone on weekdays, but when there was delicious food, especially when there was Ye Chui's delicious food, he seemed to have instantly transformed into an old naughty boy, which made people laugh.
Ye Chui immediately asked the villa's maid to bring a few pairs of bowls and chopsticks, and served some chicken rice to everyone in the living room. Of course, Old Han naturally took most of the dishes without hesitation and started to feast on them.
“The preparation of this dish is indeed simple, but the simplicity reveals its extraordinaryness. The taste is really good. It is the kind of delicacy that can be passed down through the ages.” Old Han said with a look of enjoyment.
Dong Youyou was very happy at this time: "With what Mr. Han said, my Hainanese chicken rice will definitely be popular all over Hainan in the future, hehe." This girl has already started to pay attention and is ready to use "Mr. Han also praised it" to promote her Hainanese chicken rice...
Mr. Han understood what Dong Youyou meant. He usually disliked this kind of thing, but at this moment he didn't mind it so much. He smiled and said, "I'll write a sign for you later."
"Really?" Dong Youyou immediately became excited.
Ye Chui interrupted and said, "In that case, Mr. Han, please don't be polite. Just write signs for the three restaurants, Dongshan Lamb, Hele Crab, and Jiaji Duck."
Mr. Han immediately blew his beard and glared: "You little brat, do you think my calligraphy is so cheap?"
"I owe you this - after my big restaurant opens, as long as you are free, Mr. Han, I can personally entertain you anytime, okay?" Ye Chui said with a smile, his tone sounding more like he was coaxing a child.
The most important thing is, given Mr. Han's status, his visit to a restaurant is simply a blessing for that restaurant, but for Ye Chui, it becomes a condition for bribing Mr. Han... The most important thing is that Ye Chu's restaurant has not yet appeared, and it is too easy to write a blank check.
However, Mr. Han was very convinced and nodded happily: "Boy, you said it. Hey, after I retire, I will stay with you and wait for you to take care of me in my old age."
Han Yuyan immediately said in an intimate manner: "Grandpa, I will always take care of you."
"Yeah, it's all the same." Old Han said with a smile. It's the same whether Ye Chui raises him or Han Yuyan raises him... There was obviously something in his words, but Ye Chui and Han Yuyan didn't notice it, and Lin Wei pouted unhappily...
After finishing the chicken dinner, strictly speaking, it was Mr. Han who ate very happily. The others only got a little bit, just to try it out for the first time. But it seemed like everyone was very satisfied.
Qin Yiyue did not stay here for long. He left some contact information with Ye Chui. He would continue to travel around the country to hone his cooking skills. After assuring Ye Chui that he would be available at any time in the future, he left.
Mr. Han ate too much and felt unwell. He went back to his room, lamenting about getting old.
Han Yuyan thought of something and said to Ye Chui, "Master, Grandpa has already informed the Gourmet Association. Zhao Deguang's chef license has been revoked. Lian Hong will also be subject to strict inspection for taking bribes. I guess his reputation as a gourmet will be ruined."
"Oh, I see." Hearing these things, Ye Cui just nodded lightly. He didn't care about them at all. Those two people just deserved it.
"By the way, Ye Chui." Dong Youyou was sitting on the sofa, with her head resting on Dong Qian's shoulder, with a satisfied and sweet expression on her face. "You said that the main reason why this dish is so delicious is the ingredients. Is there any secret about this chicken? Did you do anything with it?"
Hearing Dong Youyou's question, Ye Chui's expression suddenly became serious. Tian Xiaodu, Lin Wei and An Jing also looked at Ye Chui solemnly.
Ye Chui coughed and continued, "This chicken is not raised in an ordinary chicken farm, but comes from a village of its own. That village is called Tianci Village."
When Dong Qian and Dong Youyou heard the name Tianci Village, their bodies trembled slightly involuntarily.
Afterwards, Ye Chui slowly told the two about his encounter with the old farmer this morning, and the expressions on Dong Qian and Dong Youyou's faces became a little gloomy, as if they were lost in some memories.
At the end, Ye Chui said in a very serious tone: "Youyou, Dong Qian, I don't know why you left that village in the first place, but that is your hometown. Youyou, your second uncle, and Dong Qian, your father, have been looking forward to your return. I think, no matter what happened, it has been ten years, and you should have forgotten it. If you have time, go back and have a look - the most perfect Hainanese chicken rice needs the chickens from your village. Now they have a lot of chicken that can't be sold. I think this is a hint from God to you, right?" (~^~)
PS: Hainanese Chicken Rice is about to end~~~The chapter at nine o'clock in the evening is the last chapter, and then it will be the next volume~~~~The content of the next volume is called: Buddha Jumps Over the Wall!