Food Wars!: I Became a Fantasy Ingredient Supplier

Seeing how much Ryoko Sakaki was enjoying her food, she couldn't resist taking a small bite herself and chewing it carefully.

"Um……"

Wenxu closed her eyes slightly.

Gradually becoming immersed in the delicious experience of the beef: "This taste is..."

……

A mouthful.

It was boiling hot.

The finest beef, carefully cooked over charcoal, is incredibly fragrant.

The moment your teeth touch the beef, a flood of sensations—tender, crispy, savory, and spicy—overwhelms you, weaving a vibrant tapestry of flavors on your tongue.

I felt that the bitterness, which had a creamy umami flavor, was like being electrocuted, and it quickly spread from my taste buds throughout my body.

This unique flavor.

Clearly, it was both novel and somewhat surprising.

At that moment, Wenxu fully experienced the rich flavor of the roast beef.

This richness is not simply a strong flavor, but a rich and complex taste experience that is well-compensated, allowing you to discover new layers of deliciousness as you savor it.

The impact of the gravy is truly astonishing; every drop is infused with the essence of beef, bursting with rich aroma in the mouth and leaving a lingering aftertaste.

but……

anyway.

This roast beef dish always has an irresistible urge to keep eating.

That delicious taste was like an invisible magnet, attracting Grandma Fumio and Ryoko Sakaki to keep chewing, as if they could never get enough!

……

Maybe.

The first cooked food that humans could make was baked.

Therefore, humans have an ingrained love for barbecue, after all, our ancestors who didn't like barbecue and could only eat raw food were likely eliminated by those who loved barbecue!

Watching it transform from raw to steaming hot and cooked is incredibly appetizing. The charcoal fire and meat meld together, sizzling and releasing an enticing smoky aroma. It's so delicious it's almost intoxicating.

And even more unbelievable.

It's just a simple dish like roast beef.

He created something authentic, yet managed to achieve such a beautiful taste and texture.

perhaps.

Soma Yukihira's strength.

After experiencing the residential training program, I have indeed made a lot of progress.

He boldly innovated and improved upon the traditional roast beef, perfectly blending the flavors of various ingredients to create a unique and delicious dish!

……

Chew carefully.

The meat is tender with very little tendon and fat, which is a notable characteristic of this cut of beef.

However, the beef grilled by Soma is incredibly tender, like chewing on a cloud—light and soft.

Simultaneously.

In the chunks of meat.

The oil droplets are distributed very evenly.

Every bite is bursting with rich buttery flavor, incredibly tender and juicy with no gamey taste, making you feel like you're in a food paradise.

“This…” Ryoko Sakaki took only a small bite, and her eyes flickered as if she had discovered some secret.

"Could it be that a lot of artichokes were added?"

She suddenly closed her eyes, trying to find all the flavor elements within them.

Finally, Ryoko Sakaki said slowly, "That's right, I did put a lot of artichokes in the beef while grilling it."

At this moment.

Soma Yukihira simply looked at Ryoko Sakaki and Fumio and smiled faintly.

His smile exuded confidence and composure!

……

Artichokes.

This ingredient, which is not commonly found in the culinary world, has a unique charm.

Its flower buds can be used in cooking, and the fleshy part of the immature flower heads is an even more delicious dish.

Artichokes have a texture between bamboo shoots and mushrooms, possessing both the crispness of bamboo shoots and the richness of mushrooms. They also have thirst-quenching and hangover-relieving properties, are highly nutritious, and beneficial for health and beauty, earning them the reputation of "King of Vegetables."

It can even be used as an ornamental vegetable, an aromatic vegetable, and a seasoning vegetable...

Oh!

It is also a health-promoting vegetable.

It can also be eaten fresh, and its taste is sweet and refreshing.

It can also be used in hot pot, showcasing a variety of delicious flavors in different cooking methods.

Yes.

All for the purpose of making this so-called golden roast beef dish.

Soma Yukihira even went out of his way to carefully select artichokes.

Because he was well aware of the unique charm and nutritional value of artichokes, he decided to incorporate them into roast beef, creating this one-of-a-kind golden roast beef.

……

However, in fact.

Artichokes are quite troublesome to prepare.

First, you need to wash several small, tender artichokes, then carefully peel them, cut off the heads and tails. Each step requires patience and care, just like sculpting a work of art.

Next, soak the prepared artichokes in lemon water for a while. The acidity of the lemon water can remove the bitterness of the artichokes and add a refreshing aroma.

Followed by.

Take another small pot, add water, white vinegar, and a little salt, and bring it to a boil.

Place the prepared artichokes into boiling water, cook for three minutes, then remove and drain.

This step is crucial. Overcooking will cause the artichokes to become mushy and lose their crisp texture, while undercooking will not remove their raw taste.

Ah!

Only by mastering the heat and timing can one succeed.

Only then can you cook artichokes to perfection, making them a perfect match for beef!

……

During the process of grilling beef.

If you add more artichokes, the overall taste will have a sweet aftertaste.

At first, it tastes a little bitter, like setbacks and difficulties in life, making one frown slightly; but slowly, it becomes increasingly sweet, like the success and joy that comes after overcoming difficulties, and that sweet feeling spreads in the mouth.

This incredibly complex flavor is simply amazing.

"To be able to grill such a simple piece of beef to such a superior level, Soma, you're quite impressive now!"

After taking a bite.

Wenxu sighed sincerely.

Looking at the roast beef in front of her, she was amazed by Soma Yukihira's culinary skills.

She continued eating, but the more she ate, the hungrier she felt. The delicious roast beef was like a bottomless pit, constantly attracting her to taste more of its flavors.

Finally, Wenxu paused for a moment, then continued, "This deliciousness is all thanks to the artichoke. The artichoke's unique flavor and nutritional value add a special touch to this roast beef, making it even more delicious and healthy."

"But... most importantly, I think, is Soma Yukihira's technology!"

Wenxu then changed the subject, emphasizing, "Without superb grilling skills, even with the best ingredients, it's impossible to make such delicious grilled beef."

"Sōjin has created this amazing Golden Roasted Beef by perfectly blending the flavors of beef and artichoke through precise control of the heat and skillful use of seasonings."

After saying that, Ryoko Sakaki, who was standing next to him, took a bite of grilled beef and nodded in agreement, saying, "Yeah... After all, Soma's strength was evident to all during the residential training program..."

But before she could finish speaking, the delicious smell of the grilled meat made Ryoko Sakaki suddenly scream.

"Wow...this tastes amazing!"

excited.