Food Wars!: I Became a Fantasy Ingredient Supplier

The waiting time.

It's actually not very long.

Soon after, a beautifully presented plate of boiled cabbage in clear broth was placed in front of Saiba Joichiro.

"Is this what boiled cabbage in clear broth?"

Upon seeing this, Cai Bo couldn't help but feel slightly surprised.

The so-called "boiled cabbage in clear broth" emphasizes a clear and transparent soup base. Although this dish seems very ordinary, it contains many hidden secrets.

Cai Bo had the privilege of tasting this dish when he traveled in China before, and he could still vaguely recall its flavor. A hint of reminiscence and anticipation flickered in his eyes, as if he had returned to that time filled with delicious food and surprises.

The freshly served boiled cabbage in clear broth, upon closer inspection, is not only elegant but also surprisingly rich and flavorful, giving it a wonderfully unique taste that surpasses even the finest delicacies.

Great!

How awesome!

To be able to brew soup to such an exquisite level, Ye Chen is truly remarkable!

During the long simmering process, the flavors of all the ingredients are blended together, and in the end, it is presented in the form of "plain water".

Just from a glance, Ichiro Namikaze couldn't help but marvel.

Maybe.

The dish in front of you.

It must be even better than the boiled cabbage he'd eaten before, right?

His heart was filled with doubt and amazement, and he couldn't wait to taste this magical dish.

……

Subsequently.

Saiba Joichiro couldn't wait to taste it.

He scooped up a spoonful of soup and gently put it into his mouth. The soup was very rich, with three flavors: fresh, sweet, and fragrant. In an instant, the soup spread rapidly in his mouth, and even the taste buds on the tip of his tongue could deeply feel this wonderful taste.

"How...how could this happen..."

The next moment, Saiba Joichiro was stunned.

His eyes widened, and an expression of disbelief crossed his face.

Without exaggeration, the experience he had never had in his life was unlike anything he had ever had before.

It may seem plain, but it is actually subtle yet flavorful.

If I had to describe it, it would be like a mountain shrouded in mist, seemingly hazy, yet hiding a variety of beautiful landscapes within.

In terms of cooking.

When something reaches an extreme, it becomes another extreme altogether.

The most intense things are often the most ordinary on the surface; while the most ordinary things contain complex and diverse truths within.

Can't help but.

Saiba Joichiro fell into deep thought.

The image of the boiled cabbage in clear broth and the unique feeling it brought him kept appearing in his mind.

Many times, Saiba Joichiro believed that life is like cooking; if it has flavor, then it is a simple pleasure.

This Chinese dish, boiled cabbage in clear broth, perfectly embodies his inner belief. He seems to have seen the true meaning of life and felt the beauty of living in this dish.

……

"I see!"

Saiba Joichiro suddenly realized and looked closer: "The soup base here uses the traditional Chinese cooking technique of simmering until clear."

He began to carefully analyze the preparation process of the dish, his eyes filled with focus and admiration: "Turn the soup pot to a gentle simmer, but not boiling or bubbling! Then continue to put the minced chicken into the soup, gently push it out in the same direction, and then put the minced beef in and do the same."

Yes!

This is the approach taken.

This will make the soup free of impurities and floating oil, clear as water, with a slight yellow tint.

And the so-called "boiled water" has basically been made!

Finally, pour boiling hot broth, or "boiling water," over the cabbage until it is cooked. The boiling water used to blanch the cabbage can then be used for other purposes.

"Next, place the blanched bok choy at the bottom of the soup bowl and gently pour in the reserved boiling water."

Saiba Joichiro exclaimed, "With this method, we can make this incredibly delicious dish!"

He simply couldn't believe it.

A man who is only about 20 years old is able to successfully make this seemingly plain but actually rich and magical soup base by using the traditional cooking technique of simmering clear broth!

He couldn't help but feel admiration and respect for Ye Chen, as if he were witnessing a rising star in the culinary world.

even.

In a sense.

This Chinese man named Ye Chen is... is much stronger than him!

It's hard to imagine that if Ye Chen were given thirty years, no, twenty years, or even fifteen years, he would probably become the true ruler of this era!

At this moment, Saiba Joichiro was truly shocked.

His heart was filled with anticipation and awe. He admired and appreciated the talent and potential shown by this young chef, and looked forward to Ye Chen creating more miracles in the culinary world in the future.

Chapter 126 Transcendence

"How about it?"

Ye Chen tilted his head slightly.

With a gentle smile on her face, she softly asked Saiba Joichiro, "Is this boiled cabbage in clear broth beyond your expectations?"

At that moment, Saiba Joichiro was completely astonished by the taste of the boiled cabbage.

Boiled cabbage in clear broth.

It appears simple and unadorned.

However, once it entered his mouth, the unique flavor exploded on his taste buds like a bombshell, immersing him in an indescribable shock.

Seeing Saiba Ichiro standing there dumbfounded, Ye Chen couldn't help but chuckle to himself.

"Yes!"

Cai Bo took a deep breath.

He tried to calm himself down, but the glint in his eyes betrayed his inner excitement.

"This dish is nothing more than cabbage and soup base."

"However, when I ate it, the taste was so magical."

"It's as if I originally lived in a small world, but this dish opened a door to a whole new world for me, giving me a feeling of sudden enlightenment!"

He paused, swallowed hard, and continued, "I had long heard that Chinese cuisine was profound and extensive, but I never imagined that its exquisiteness and complex variety would be far superior to any Japanese cuisine."

"Take sushi, rice balls, sashimi, or even more upscale kaiseki cuisine..."

"Ok!"

"I'm sure."

"None of them compare to this boiled cabbage in clear broth!"

Clearly, his tone was full of admiration and respect for Chinese cuisine.

……

indeed.

Speaking of Sichuan cuisine.

That truly... holds endless mysteries.

In fact, many dishes with complex processes and high technical requirements are still unknown to people. Some dishes have even become history, existing only in ancient books and passed down orally by older generations of chefs.

Saiba Joichiro remembered that in ancient China, the restaurants and eateries, though not as numerous as they are today, were excellent in their "refinement".

Moreover, each restaurant and eatery has its own unique characteristics.

Although they are competitors, they focus more on refining their dishes and services.

Almost every family has three to five signature dishes that they are proud of. These dishes are unique to their family, made with distinctive techniques, and are not easily imitated by others.

Let's imagine.

When you walk into a restaurant.

Order one of their signature dishes.

The unique flavor and exquisite craftsmanship will instantly make you feel that this restaurant is different from others.