flstandardbreds Chapter 115 These noodles are too amazing!
Chapter 115 These noodles are too amazing!
Just as Dong Nanxi settled into her seat at the table, ready to dig in, Grandpa Lu reached out first, picking up a piece of tender, juicy braised pork and placing it in Dong Nanxi's previously empty bowl. Not to be outdone, Gu Mochen gracefully picked up a vibrant green vegetable and gently placed it beside his bowl. Ye Qingchen smiled slightly, his chopsticks accurately picking up a pan-fried yellow croaker and placing it steadily in Dong Nanxi's bowl. Even Dong Nanxi's aunt quickly joined the frenzy of picking up food, carefully selecting several pieces of Dong Nanxi's favorite sweet and sour pork ribs and placing them in her bowl.
In the blink of an eye, Dong Nanxi's bowl was overflowing with all sorts of delicious food, piled high like a small mountain of delicacies. Just then, the adorable and clever little Yue'er, seeing everyone's enthusiasm, naturally refused to be outdone. She blinked her big, bright eyes, gripped her chopsticks tightly, and after carefully aiming, successfully placed a glistening shrimp at the top of the "mountain" of food in her bowl.
Facing the bowl full of food before him, a dish brimming with everyone's love and care, Dong Nanxi felt a surge of warmth and gratitude. He knew that everyone present genuinely cared that he wasn't eating well or full enough. So, without hesitation, he picked up his chopsticks and began to eat heartily.
While enjoying the delicious food, Dong Nanxi didn't forget to chat with Ye Qingchen beside him. With his mouth full of food, he mumbled, "Sister-in-law, the noodles you invented before were absolutely amazing! Although I've always known that you're skillful and have ingenious ideas for all kinds of things, these noodles have truly opened my eyes! The texture is simply unparalleled, and the taste is unforgettable!" As he spoke, he picked up another big mouthful of noodles and put it in his mouth, a satisfied smile spreading across his face.
Just then, Grandpa Lu's curious gaze was fixed on the few remaining fried noodles in Dong Nanxi's hand, as if these noodles were the most precious treasure in the world. You see, for Grandpa Lu, who had an extreme love for food and never let any delicious dish slip by, the scene before him was simply too tempting.
Dong Nanxi deftly removed the remaining fried dough and quickly began preparing the noodles. Although each bowl contained relatively small portions, he generously added a variety of rich seasonings and ample side dishes. Next, he carefully lifted a kettle of boiling water and slowly poured it into the bowls until the noodles were submerged. Then, he gently covered the bowls with the lids and continued with a smile, “These flavors were all carefully crafted by my sister-in-law, the Princess! There are braised beef, shrimp, tomato and beef brisket, braised pork knuckle, and the mouthwatering pickled cabbage and fish ball flavor. That’s why I specially made these five different flavors of noodles. I imagine that apart from my sister-in-law, none of you have ever tasted such unique flavors before, right? Today, I’m sharing this last bit with you all so you can witness just how amazing my sister-in-law’s culinary skills are!”
As they spoke, time slipped by unnoticed, and a short while later, Dong Nanxi reached out and lifted the lid. Instantly, a rich, fragrant aroma flooded the entire room like a burst dam. The scent, like an invisible hand, gently stirred the heartstrings of everyone present, making them irresistibly intoxicated and unable to extricate themselves.
Grandpa Lu picked up his chopsticks with great interest, took a small handful of noodles, and put them in his mouth, chewing and savoring them carefully. With each bite, the unique flavor and texture made his eyes light up, and he couldn't help but nod in praise, saying, "Mmm, these noodles are really good!" Then, he tried several other flavors of noodles, becoming more and more satisfied with each one. If these fried noodles could be mass-produced in the future, that would be wonderful! That way, this old man wouldn't have to worry about going hungry even if he traveled far and wide. After all, for someone like him who loves food and has no interest in dry rations, having such delicious noodles would certainly make the journey much more enjoyable.
Gu Mochen, standing to the side, was also enjoying his meal immensely. As he ate, he secretly marveled at his wife's culinary prowess. If such delicious noodles could be introduced to examination halls or the military, the students taking exams and the soldiers bravely fighting would surely be refreshed and full of energy after tasting them. Then, what external factors could possibly affect their performance? Aunt Dong and Xiaoyue were also full of praise. They picked up the chewy noodles with their chopsticks, watching them dance between the chopsticks, finding it incredibly amusing. And when the noodles were put in their mouths, the wonderful taste was even more intoxicating, making it impossible to stop eating.
Ye Qingchen frowned slightly and said, "This stuff, well, the taste is actually not bad, but it's really not suitable for frequent consumption. I only made some for you because of the special circumstances you were in during the exam. If you think this kind of food could be very useful, I can arrange for someone to make more and try selling it in restaurants and pastry shops to see how the market reacts. However, this stuff isn't really suitable for soldiers, since the production of wheat flour isn't particularly high right now. As for me, I'm currently..." They're diligently researching hot and sour noodles, a delicacy made with sweet potato and potato starch—it seems even more suitable as military rations. Remember last year I told them to plant more in the mountain stronghold? Once they have their harvest, we'll buy some from there. Also, last year I had them send over a large quantity of fish. There's a big river there, so rich in resources; wouldn't it be a waste not to make good use of it? And those ponds in our Prince's Mansion, as well as the Dong and Liu mansions, shouldn't be left unused. Raising some fish there would be excellent!
Gu Mochen said, "If you like fish, we can build a fishpond in Licheng, connecting to Jincheng. These places are known as the land of fish and rice in the north, and the cost of raising fish is very low now. We'll take over the whole area." Ye Qingchen smiled and said, "There's no need for so much, but you can raise more if you want. We can develop some new dishes and new restaurants. Who wouldn't want to make more money!"
Gu Mochen laughed and said, "You really are a little money-grubber. We should have surpassed Uncle Liu's wealth long ago! You still haven't earned enough." Ye Qingchen said, "Hmm, I wonder if we're the richest people in the world now. Money is the foundation. If you want to fly high, you have to be rolling in money!" Then Gu Mochen said, "Yes, yes, Madam is right!" Then everyone burst into laughter!