Food Wars!: I Became a Fantasy Ingredient Supplier

Erina slowly opened her eyes and found herself still sitting at the dining table, with more than half of the braised bear paw in front of her already eaten.

……

"Whoo~"

She couldn't help but let out a long sigh of relief.

Then she looked at Ye Chen, her eyes filled with admiration and praise: "Ye Chen, I, Erina Nakiri, am increasingly impressed with you. You can even handle this fantastical ingredient that combines the features of an elephant and a bear so skillfully."

"The impression you give me is that you know a lot about all kinds of things and ingredients, and even know how to process them!"

Ye Chen smiled modestly and said, "You flatter me. Cooking is nothing more than a form of creation. As long as you pay attention to the characteristics of the ingredients and use the appropriate cooking techniques, you can make delicious food."

Erina nodded, and couldn't help but sigh, "Ah! That's a bit of a pity."

"If only you could stay at Totsuki Academy forever, I could follow you around, taste your delicious food every day, and even learn a lot from you."

Hisako, who was listening nearby, couldn't help but say, "Yes, Ye Chen's cooking skills are really amazing. I wish I could have the chance to learn from him."

……

At last.

Erina still looked like she wanted more.

She couldn't help but praise and exclaim again, "The deliciousness of this bear paw is truly unforgettable."

"It's a pity that such fantastic ingredients will probably be hard to come by again in the future, but I believe that with your culinary skills, you can definitely make amazing dishes even with ordinary ingredients."

Upon hearing this, Ye Chen said seriously, "Actually, it's not necessary to rely on imaginary ingredients to make dishes."

"As I said before, it is already a great deed to cook chicken, duck, fish and meat well."

Chapter 111 Golden Roasted Beef

Upon hearing this...

Erina nodded thoughtfully.

To some extent, Ye Chen's imaginary ingredients do indeed satisfy a person's wild imagination about ingredients, and even make anyone feel that they can become a world-class top chef with such amazing and bizarre imaginary ingredients!

Sometimes, the choice of ingredients is indeed far more important than cooking.

Cooking boils down to two things:

1. It has flavor to bring out its aroma.

2. Tastelessness allows it to penetrate.

"If it has flavor, bring it out" refers to unusual flavors, while "If it has no flavor, let it in" refers to ingredients that have no flavor themselves.

Obviously, good ingredients are delicious without any special cooking methods, while bad ingredients can't be made to taste good no matter what you do.

and so.

People like Ye Chen who possess fantastical ingredients.

Its importance in the entire culinary world is undoubtedly self-evident!

……

at the same time.

In the cozy and vibrant Polaris Dormitory.

Having just finished a residential training program, Chuangzhen is now standing intently at the kitchen counter, meticulously preparing a mouthwatering dish of golden roast beef.

Roast beef, a dish that holds an important place in the culinary world, has always been loved by diners for its rich taste and unique flavor.

From small restaurants on the streets to high-end luxury Western restaurants, roast beef is everywhere. It is like an elegant culinary messenger, conveying people's persistent pursuit of delicious food.

In the eyes of most people.

Roast beef may be a relatively simple dish.

Its preparation process seems simple, and the ingredients required are quite common. It seems that as long as you master certain cooking techniques and seasoning skills, you can make a qualified roast beef.

However, when this dish was created by Soma Yukihira, everything changed.

……

at this time.

Soma began to boldly innovate on the traditional dish of roast beef.

The main ingredient he chose was no different from that of other chefs: tender, clearly textured beef.

This piece of beef, like an unpolished gem, holds endless possibilities for deliciousness. However, in his choice of side dishes, Soma Yukihira demonstrates his unique craftsmanship and rich imagination.

Ah!

Take a closer look.

He carefully prepared minced ginger, minced scallions, minced garlic, white sugar, ground black pepper, and ground sesame seeds...

Oh, and there are also colorful side dishes such as mushrooms, green peppers, onions, and carrots.

all in all.

In terms of materials, it seems like there's a bit too much.

……

Over time.

An enticing aroma gradually filled the kitchen.

The roasted beef in front of me, baked at high temperature, has turned a deep reddish-brown color, its rich hue resembling the sunset glow, making it exceptionally captivating.

A drop of hot oil.

Slowly slide down along the grain of the meat.

Like a sparkling pearl, it shimmers with an alluring light under the lamp, captivating and enchanting.

"Ok?"

at this time.

Grandma Wenxu stood quietly by the side, observing.

He couldn't help but exclaim in slight surprise after just one glance at the roast beef.

Her eyes revealed a hint of curiosity and anticipation, as if she were guessing what delicious secrets were hidden behind this seemingly ordinary roast beef.

……

"All right!"

"This is... my improved Golden Roasted Beef, the second improved version!"

Then, Soma said confidently.

It was noticeable that he had undergone a significant change after the residential training program; at least in terms of personality, he was more humble and more cheerful than before!

His handsome face couldn't help but beam with a proud smile, and his eyes revealed a dedication and love for food.

"As you both can see, the beef is a deep reddish-brown color, glistening with hot oil, just like gold. That's why I named it Golden Roasted Beef, hoping it will be as precious as gold and bring an unparalleled delicious experience to everyone who tastes it!"

Then, Soma gave a strange smile.

His smile carried a hint of mystery and provocation as he said, "Come on, both of you, try my Golden Roasted Beef."

"I believe it will definitely broaden your horizons and leave a lingering fragrance on your taste buds."

……

"Pfft~"

Upon hearing this, Ryoko Sakaki almost burst out laughing.

She paused for a moment, her eyes full of doubt, and said irritably, "Soma, what are you talking about? This grilled beef doesn't deserve the title of 'golden'! I think it's just ordinary grilled beef, maybe it looks a little nicer."

"But then again..."

Ryoko Sakaki changed the subject, blinked, and carefully examined the grilled beef in front of her.

"At first glance, the scalding hot juices are constantly flowing out, and the hot oil on the beef is rich and fragrant. Judging from its appearance, this dish is indeed quite impressive; it might even taste delicious!"

Then, she smiled and said, "Then, as you wish, eat it while it's hot!"

"After all, such tempting food shouldn't be allowed to get cold, otherwise its excellent taste would be wasted."

……

Say it.

A hint of excitement filled Ryoko Sakaki's eyes.

She eagerly picked up the knife and fork, which seemed to transform into works of art in her hands.

First, carefully cut a small piece of beef with a knife, the movement light and skillful, then elegantly spear the beef with a small fork and slowly put it into your mouth.

This elegant way of eating is entirely Western; every movement reveals her refinement and taste. Of course, the whole process can be a bit troublesome for those accustomed to Chinese fast food.

At this moment, the elderly lady Wenxu next to her was not to be outdone.