The beginning is only when you become a chef

Chapter 71 Crab Pig (First Update)
"'Face-changing duck and seven-color Longjing steamed noodles'?"

Xia An thought the name was long and difficult to pronounce, but according to some metaphysics, the longer the name, the more powerful it was...

But who cares? The other party was so impatient that within just a few minutes, they kept raising the stakes, fearing that he would not accept this late-night food battle.

It is obvious that he is arrogant and determined to win, so he is not afraid of any conditions or chips, because once he wins, he can take back any chips or treasures, no matter how big they are.

【Challenge/Reject】

The APP pops up another inquiry interface.

Xia An also ignored it and said to himself with interest:

"Since you are so rich, then spend more money. Let me see your limit."

He is not in a hurry.

There is no reason for the challenger to be anxious.

This is how food battles work: the senior chef asks the lower chefs for favors, and then throws out baits that are irresistible. How do you catch the fish?

But generally speaking, sensible lower-level chefs will uniformly refuse food battles from higher-level chefs, no matter how tempting the "bait" is.

Of course, it is rare for a senior chef to take the initiative to challenge a lower-level chef to a food battle, unless there is some grudge or grievance.

Xia An looked through his information in the Late Night Cooking Association, his eyebrows twitching slightly:

"I'm just a crappy 3-star certified chef, and I've only won one Shokugeki competition."

"Now there is actually a nine-star chef who has taken the initiative to invite me to a food battle?"

But just as Chi Xiaobai and Wei Xuelin suggested.

This Chinese Nine-Star named Xiang Shilin came specifically from North America, and his targeted face was clearly exposed.

Ok…

If this food battle continues...

How can I increase my chances of winning?
Xia An looked back at the food battle agreement and found that the title and scope were clearly written:
Fusion cuisine!
Fusion means integrating fantasy ingredients into dishes of the cuisine you are familiar with.

This is also an emerging cuisine concept worldwide.

Whether it's French food, Japanese food, Chinese food, etc., it can all be put into this basket.

In short, if this food battle is themed "Fusion Cuisine", then the scope would be very broad.

It is almost based on the premise of using and controlling fantasy ingredients.

Unlimited cooking battle!

"But in this case, wouldn't the 'Flame Dumplings' that I have almost improved and developed be ready for the food battle?"

Xia An's thoughts turned.

not enough!

He said secretly.

Nine-star chefs already have access to gold-level fantasy ingredients, which means they can make initial attempts to create fusion dishes using purple fantasy ingredients.

If Xiang Shilin came with high-end fantasy ingredients, then he would have to consider the problem of being crushed by the ingredients.

"Oh, that's right..."

Xia An suddenly thought of something and quickly unfolded the panel.

In the recipe book of "Flame Dumplings", there are rewards that are marked "Unclaimed".

After unfolding.

"Option 1: Obtain the advanced fire skill [Fire Breathing] (minor success)."

“Option 2: The recipe learning progress is improved to [Perfect].”

"Option ③: Fantasy Ingredients Treasure Box (Purple)."

In that case...

Xia An didn’t hesitate any more and chose option ③.

A treasure chest flashing brilliant purple light fell out of nowhere onto the kitchen floor.

The treasure chest opens on its own.

There was a click.

[Congratulations, you have obtained a gold-level fantasy ingredient (purple), a complete 'Crab Pig'. ]

[Fantasy ingredients have been automatically stored in the exclusive ingredient warehouse of the Food Hunter mode. ]

Xia An had an idea.

In the warehouse of the Food Hunter mode, a dead "Crab Pig" is displayed.

It is round, has an unusually pink complexion, and has six short legs.

But its size was so huge that even though it was dead, lying there gave a sense of oppression.

The food guide shows:

[Crab pig, a golden fantasy ingredient, is a member of the Boar family. Due to its high athletic ability and sufficient activity, its body is very tight and its fat content is less than it looks. The meat is light in taste and has a rich flavor. It tastes like eating top-quality crab, hence the name.]

[Recommended cooking occasions: food competitions, competitions, high-end restaurants, etc. 】

【price:??】

"The meat is light in texture but rich in flavor. It tastes like eating top-quality crab..."

Xia An recited the text in the illustrated book, his eyes gradually shining. This crab and pig meat.

What does it mean to mix the flavors of meat and seafood?
That’s right, one is worth two.

The combination of red pork and lobster fish claw meat exploded directly...

but!

But here it comes!

From bronze level, which is green quality.

Jump directly to gold level, purple quality fantasy ingredients.

Is it too big a step?
Will it involve eggs or something?

"But since the Nine-Star Master Chef can already get his hands on Gold-level fantasy ingredients, it seems like it won't be a problem to make dishes out of them."

“It’s just a matter of integration and utilization.”

Xia An couldn't wait to cut out a pig leg and start preparing the dish.

Fry the meat first to test the crab pork characteristics.

The test result made Xia An happy that the crab pork was not that juicy and the cooking time was relatively easy to control.

The only drawback is that the crab pork tastes very light and doesn't taste like meat at all.

On the contrary, the rich flavor that bursts out after eating it highlights its freshness, just like eating a seafood feast.

"No wonder he's called Crab Pig, it's so appropriate!"

Xia An frowned and pondered for a moment, then his brows gradually relaxed.

He suddenly slammed his palm.

perhaps.

Could the solution be this?
……

In an international hotel in the capital.

Wu Zhu had hurried over from Lijiang City and met Xiang Shilin.

"How is it going? Did Boss Xia accept the food battle?"

Xiang Shilin was feeling a little annoyed at the moment. Hearing this, he raised his eyes and glanced at Wu Zhu who had just entered the room, with a hint of dissatisfaction in his tone:

"Didn't you say that ancient recipes could impress him?"

"I added two paleo recipes as a bargaining chip, but there was still no response from the other side. No acceptance, no rejection either."

Wu Zhu groaned and said uncertainly:

"That's probably because Boss Xia doesn't know what to bet on. After all, according to the rules, the conditions for both sides of the food battle can't be too different."

Xiang Shilin said coldly:

"I don't need him to offer equal chips and conditions. I just want to start the food battle and then... win!"

Wu Zhu wiped the sweat from his forehead:
"Then you can apply for special rules. The topic, ingredients, stakes, judging panel, spectators, etc. can all be freely negotiated and drawn up by both parties of the food battle."

So, not long after.

Xiang Shilin's application for special food battle rules was submitted all the way to Wei Xuelin, the general director of Linggui Province.

After all, the food battle takes place in Lijiang City, which is under Wei Xuelin's jurisdiction.

Wei Xuelin called Chi Xiaobai and asked, "Old Chi, do you approve it?"

Chi Xiaobai said indifferently:
“Why not approve it?”

"Hehe, this kind of relaxed rules for food battles is probably what Boss Xia would like to see."

"After all, he didn't have to pay any conditions or chips to win so many things..."

Hearing this, Wei Xuelin couldn't laugh. She took a deep breath and said:
"You really have confidence in him."

Chi Xiaobai smiled, but his words made Wei Xuelin roll her eyes:

"Half a cooking heart, plus the secret of luminescence, should... I mean should, be able to withstand the torrent and crushing force of high-level fantasy ingredients, right?"

Obviously, I have been exposed to and eaten more of Xia An’s dishes.

These two special-level masters have already determined that Xia An is not truly special-level.

Wei Xuelin has just approved it.

Ding Dong!

Then a feedback message immediately popped up on Wei Xuelin's general director backstage:
[Xia An (three-star chef/bronze member) has accepted the special rules food battle requested by Xiang Shilin (nine-star chef/gold member). ]

Wei Xuelin paused for breath and quickly showed Chi Xiaobai the backstage message.

Chi Xiaobai's eyes also narrowed slightly.

Then he laughed:

"Looks like there's a popcorn movie to watch!"

Wei Xuelin:? ?
What time is it? You can really laugh!
　The update at 12 am will be moved to noon~
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　　The time for the remaining two to three chapters is not fixed!

　　This chapter has been reviewed and revised for a long time, but it still hasn't been automatically passed. I can only wait for manual review.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)