flstandardbreds Chapter 134 Cold Noodles
Chapter 134 Cold Noodles
In the vegetable garden, a variety of vegetables flourished, exuding a refreshing aroma. Li Xiaoxiao first picked a handful of fresh bok choy, a staple accompaniment to the cold noodles. She then walked to the cucumber rack and selected a few tender green cucumbers, whose refreshing taste would add a touch of flavor to the cold noodles. She then picked some cilantro and garlic sprouts, which were great for seasoning.
Seeing a few red tomatoes in the vegetable garden, Li Xiaoxiao picked some and prepared to make tomato and egg soup.
Back in the kitchen, Li Xiaoxiao cleaned the bok choy and cucumbers and placed them on the chopping board. Then, she took out a small bowl and began to prepare the sauce for the cold noodles. She poured some soy sauce and vinegar into the bowl, adding sugar and salt as needed, and stirred thoroughly. Next, she minced some garlic and cilantro, sprinkled them into the sauce, and drizzled a spoonful of sesame oil. Immediately, a rich aroma filled the air.
By this time, the dough had almost risen. Li Xiaoxiao removed the dough from the pot, kneaded it on the chopping board for a while, and then rolled it into a thin sheet. She took out a knife and cut the thin sheet into thin strips, which became the noodles for the lo mein. She boiled a pot of water and placed the cut noodles into the boiling water to cook. The noodles tumbled in the boiling water, and soon became soft and elastic.
Li Xiaoxiao removed the cooked noodles, rinsed them with cold water, drained them, and placed them in a large bowl. She then shredded the bok choy and cucumber and added them to the bowl. She then poured the prepared sauce over them and mixed them with chopsticks. A bowl of delicious cold noodles was ready.
Li Xiaoxiao made another tomato and egg soup. When she was done, Yun Che and the others got up. Seeing Li Xiaoxiao busy in the kitchen, Yun Che hurried over to help, "Xiaoxiao, why are you up so early? And you didn't even call me."
"Oh, I'm used to getting up early. I want to get up early and make delicious food for you." Li Xiaoxiao said with a smile.
"Mom, Fang'er, Lin'er, you should come and have breakfast soon. I have prepared some fresh food." Li Xiaoxiao began to invite everyone to have breakfast.
"Sister, what is the name of this noodle? It looks very appetizing?" Li Fang asked.
"This is called cold noodles. It tastes sour, spicy and refreshing. Come and try it to see if it tastes good." Li Xiaoxiao couldn't wait to see their reactions.
Hearing the sound, Bai Shi, Yun Che, Li Fang, and Li Linlin gathered around the dining table, their eyes all drawn to the bowl of colorful and fragrant cold noodles.
Li Linlin directly picked up her chopsticks, took a big bite and put it into her mouth. Her eyes lit up and she exclaimed, "Wow, sister, your cold noodles are so delicious! The right amount of sour and spicy, the crispness of the cucumber and bok choy plus the richness of the sauce, it's simply perfect!"
Not wanting to be left behind, Li Fang followed suit and tasted the noodles, nodding as she ate. "Indeed, these noodles are springy and paired with this special sauce, every bite is a real treat. Sis, your cooking skills are really getting better and better!"
Yun Che savored the food even more meticulously. He first took a bite of noodles, then a slice of cucumber. After chewing thoroughly, he revealed a satisfied smile, "Xiaoxiao, you not only maximized the freshness of the ingredients, but also seasoned them just right. You've preserved the original flavor of the vegetables while adding a rich layer of depth. It's truly unforgettable."
Hearing her family's unanimous praise, Li Xiaoxiao was overwhelmed with joy. She smiled and said, "I'm glad you like it. I was worried that the taste might not suit your taste. Oh, and here's this tomato and egg soup. You can try it and see how it tastes."
Everyone turned their attention to the red and yellow tomato and egg soup. The soup was clear, the eggs were golden and attractive, and the tomatoes were sweet and sour, blending perfectly with the freshness of the eggs, creating a different flavor experience.
“This soup is delicious too, sour and sweet, just the right amount to offset the spiciness of the cold noodles.” Yun Che commented as he ate.
"Yes, sister, you are really capable of both housework and housework. Whoever marries you in the future will be blessed." Li Linlin winked mischievously, making Li Xiaoxiao's cheeks blush slightly.
Yun Che looked at Li Xiaoxiao tenderly, his eyes filled with doting. "Xiaoxiao, you're so capable, and we're all so happy. Thank you for preparing breakfast for us, which makes the start of every day so wonderful."
Breakfast ended in a warm and harmonious atmosphere. Everyone was satisfied with their meal, and Li Xiaoxiao's heart was filled with happiness and a sense of accomplishment. She knew that these simple yet loving meals not only nourished her family but also brought them closer together, filling the family with more warmth and strength.
As the sun gradually rose higher, the family members got busy, and the memory of this breakfast, like a warm current, lingered in their hearts for a long time, becoming the warmest and most beautiful moment in their ordinary days.
"Yun Che, I'm going to the mountains to pick some bamboo shoots. By the way, I'll ask my uncle to tell the villagers that our family has started buying fresh bamboo shoots. Do you want to go with me?" Li Xiaoxiao asked.
“Of course, I’ll go wherever you go.” Yun Che replied lovingly.
Hearing Yun Che's answer, Li Xiaoxiao's heart was as sweet as honey. She picked up the backpack and sickle placed beside the kitchen and was about to put them on her back when Yun Che took them away first. "I'm here, why do I need you to carry this?" Yun Che said as he put the backpack on his back.
Li Xiaoxiao looked at Yun Che's current appearance. Needless to say, he really looked like a farmer. Li Xiaoxiao couldn't help but smile. "Let's go."
The two walked hand in hand towards Bai Dong's house. When they arrived at the door, Li Xiaoxiao knocked. It was Bai Qiwen who opened the door. Seeing Li Xiaoxiao and Yun Che, Bai Qiwen greeted them with a smile, "Cousin, is your uncle at home? I have something to talk to him about." Li Xiaoxiao asked.
"Yes, come in and sit down first. I'll go call him." Li Fang led Yun Che and Li Xiaoxiao to the main hall. Inside, Wang was delighted to see Yun Che. Yun Che hurried forward and called her "Grandma," which made Wang's wrinkles smooth out a lot.
After Wang asked the two to sit down, Bai Dong came in a short while later. "Xiao Xiao, Yun Che, why are you here?"
"Uncle, I came here to ask you to go down and tell the villagers that we will be buying fresh bamboo shoots starting today. Yun Che and I are also going to go up the mountain to pick some bamboo shoots to eat!" Li Xiaoxiao directly stated the purpose of her visit.
"Okay, I'll go to the village later, and then go to your house to prepare for harvesting bamboo shoots." Bai Dong responded quickly.
"Okay, uncle, since we're not busy making chopped peppers these few days, let's harvest some bamboo shoots and make them into dried bamboo shoots first, so we don't have to rush when the fragrant peppers arrive."
"Well, you're right. Uncle will follow your arrangements." Bai Dong said as he poured tea for the two of them.
Seeing that everything had been explained, Li Xiaoxiao and Yun Che chatted with Wang for a while and then decided to go up the mountain first.
Wang saw that it was getting late and it would be even hotter when the sun came out, so she urged them to go and come back quickly.
Li Xiaoxiao and Yun Che walked hand in hand from the Bai family's residence and headed towards the fields. After crossing a field, they arrived at the foot of the mountain. Along the way, they encountered many villagers who had come out to work. Everyone knew Yun Che's identity now, so they were inevitably a little nervous when greeting him. However, Yun Che's smile quickly put their minds at ease and they began chatting and laughing with him.