Crossover Anime: Starting with a Fusion of Master Chef, a Top-Tier Master Chef

As the name suggests, it uses the "braising" cooking technique, and the vessel is a jar. The main ingredient is beef.

The name says it all.

Doesn't it look simple?

In fact...

"This dish is not easy to make."

Lin Youshu let out a soft breath.

Braised beef in a pot doesn't require high-quality ingredients, and if it's a home-style version, it's acceptable if the taste is a little off.

but--

This is the scene at the TEBLE Culinary Championship, the third round of the elimination rounds, the last round before the finals!

It's quite challenging to create extraordinary, even stunning, flavors using ordinary ingredients.

After all, with two excellent dishes like Braised Cabbage with Scallops and Chicken Tofu, any subsequent dishes that don't reach the same level might not get a perfect score.

Lin Youshu still cares a lot about the perfect score.

Not being perfect means there are bound to be some flaws, which is normal for others, but he is, after all, a top-level chef, and already at the two-star level, plus he carries all sorts of special kitchen utensils.

I can't get a perfect score...

"It's so embarrassing! Everyone's watching!"

Therefore, this is the real test!

This will test whether he can break through the limitations of his previous level and reach a new height.

It can be understood as a martial arts genius who has learned many top-level skills, but has not yet mastered them and cannot reach the point where flying flowers and plucking leaves can injure people.

If Lin Youshu can successfully take that step today, it will be another milestone on his own unique culinary path!

"But isn't it precisely because it's challenging that it's interesting?"

Despite the pressure, Lin Youshu didn't feel particularly nervous.

Just do it!

……

"Hey Sato, why are you staring at that little guy? You don't mean you've got your eye on him and want to take him home as your grandson-in-law, do you?"

On the judges' bench.

Today, he changed his clothes, but his appearance was still impeccably groomed. The handsome old man asked with a smile.

Sato, with his white beard, narrowed his eyes: "What? You're not giving it to me?"

The handsome old man laughed heartily: "It's not that I don't want to give it to you, the key is that your granddaughter is only eight years old, right? And your son has already started his own household. Even if you want to marry your granddaughter to that boy, your son might not agree."

Sato glanced at the handsome older man sideways: "If you can't speak, you don't have to!"

Several judges nearby couldn't help but chuckle quietly.

but,

Everyone's eyes were indeed on Lin Youshu.

There was no way around it; the little guy had performed so well in the first two rounds, delivering two perfect dishes that shocked the entire audience.

In the Japanese culinary world today, the name Hayashi Yuuki is practically a household name.

Even Lin Youshu himself didn't know that in just a few days, he had already achieved a goal that others could never achieve in their entire lives, becoming a star chef in the culinary world.

If he's willing, after this year's culinary championship ends, he'll be inundated with offers from top restaurants around the world!

Even if he doesn't win the championship.

Of course, winning the championship would be even better, as one would become even wealthier!

……

As the staff brought up the materials Lin Youshu had requested one by one, the expressions of everyone who had been silently watching him gradually turned to surprise.

"Can?"

"Beef brisket?"

"Could it be braised beef in a pot?"

"Most likely it is."

"It must be difficult to make this dish stand out, right?"

"I can't say for others, but for him, I don't think it's difficult at all."

"Wow, you have that much confidence in him?"

"Unless it's a serious mishap, no one else has a chance. If there's another perfect score in the third round, he's undoubtedly the most likely one."

"That's right. Braised beef in a pot may be ordinary, but it depends on who makes it. I'm really looking forward to seeing what kind of surprise this kid will bring us."

"..."

The masters and gourmets on the judging panel whispered among themselves and nodded in agreement.

Those contestants who were worried about running into Lin Youshu can now finally rest assured.

At the same time, he chuckled to himself, "Heh, if it were any other special dish, I wouldn't dare say anything, but since you chose such a common method, don't blame me for taking your spot in the finals!"

Suddenly, quite a few contestants became more confident.

"I thought it was something special, it's just braised beef in a pot."

Backstage at the venue, Erina Nakiri looked disdainful.

Of course, that's only on the surface.

In truth, she valued Lin Youshu very much.

Barring any unforeseen circumstances, this guy will become her strongest opponent in this tournament!

none of them!

On the one hand, she really wanted to see the other person fail to get a high score, so she could gloat.

On the other hand, she didn't want her opponent to be upset in this round, otherwise the final would be meaningless.

Tadokoro Megumi, who was also busy counting the ingredients she would need for cooking, was surprised to see twelve small ceramic jars lined up on Hayashi Yuuki's cutting board.

"Although I don't know what kind of 707 dish this is, with Senior Lin Youshu's skills, he should be able to advance to the finals easily!"

She now genuinely admires Lin Youshu; he is simply too strong, so strong it's suffocating, and he's on a completely different level from the other contestants present.

In contrast, Tadokoro Megumi was more worried about herself.

Well, I wouldn't say I'm worried, since she's already mentally prepared for not making it to the finals, so she's actually quite relaxed.

……

in front of the screen.

Touma, as before, turned on the live stream.

The camera panned across Lin Youshu as the host highlighted the young contestant who had scored full marks in the first two rounds, his tone filled with undisguised amazement, which filled Lin with a sense of pride.

"no problem!"

In the first two rounds of the competition, it was already clear that the gap between him and the other players was significant, and he posed absolutely no threat.

"No matter what dish Lin Jun makes, it will always be the best, and it will definitely get a perfect score!"

Setsuna was also secretly cheering on Hayashi Yuuki from in front of the TV.

Yoshino isn't drinking beer today.

Instead, I prepared a few side dishes for myself, intending to eat them while watching the show. Wouldn't that taste even better than a regular meal?

As this year's culinary championship enters its most intense phase, the number of viewers watching the live stream is increasing, and Lin Youshu's name is becoming known to more people who previously did not follow the competition.

Amidst much anticipation, the third round of elimination matches officially began!

Chapter 61 Was he really here to compete?

Chapter 61

The braised beef in a pot uses beef brisket.

It's not Wagyu or Australian beef, it's just regular beef belly.

Even if you use top-grade beef like Wagyu or Australian beef, you can't really make it taste the same.

The selection of ingredients for each dish is very particular; it's not that top-quality ingredients are suitable for every dish.

What suits you best is the best!

The advantage of using beef brisket is that it has a good balance of fat and lean meat. When braised, the beef is tender, flavorful, and incredibly delicious!

"If you can't make delicious food or turn the ordinary into the extraordinary without good ingredients, what kind of chef are you?"

Lin Youshu is definitely not the kind of person who can only cook high-end cuisine.

Chinese cuisine encompasses all styles, from imperial to everyday dishes. There's no rule that any of the eight major cuisines is high-end or common.

After so many years of inheritance, who doesn't have some unique skills?

If you say you can't do it, then I'm sorry, don't tell people you studied Chinese cuisine!

……

The staff began their countdown.

The contestants on the field began to race against time, preparing their own dishes.

Lin Youshu remained calm and unhurried.

Is being anxious helpful?

He knows exactly how long it takes to cook a cauliflower dish and how many steps it involves. If he says it won't take too long, then it definitely won't!

"However, the braised beef in a pot takes at least two and a half hours. Looks like I'll be at the back of the line again to hand in my paper."

Lin Youshu chuckled.