Food Wars!: Delicious Food of the Heavens

Chapter 101 A Pleasant and Hearty Meal

"I knew I hadn't made a mistake."

Erina nodded to herself, a smug expression on her face, a faint smile of confidence in her eyes.

"This isn't a fried egg at all!"

Isn't it a fried egg?

Guan Shouping looked at the food covering the steak, which looked like a fried egg no matter how you looked at it, rubbed the back of his neck, and suddenly felt a little embarrassed.

However, he only felt guilty about his own poor judgment, not that he intended to question Erina Kiri's assessment.

After all, this young lady from the commander-in-chief's family is the legendary "God Tongue"!

In terms of reputation in the culinary world, this high school girl is probably more famous than him.

On the other side, Erina Nakiri took a deep breath, slowly closed her eyes, and carefully savored every subtle taste flowing across her tongue.

Egg yolks, mango, lemon, blood orange, oak, spirits, milk, white sugar, honey.

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Erina Kiri then rattled off a long list of ingredients.

"The last ingredient is..."

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Erina Nakiri paused.

"It's passion fruit!"

Erina Nakiri opened her eyes and looked at Lin Yu triumphantly. "I told you so, didn't I?"

As she said this, Erina Kiri raised her head slightly, her eyes and brows brimming with a bright smile, like a little kitten seeking praise.

Looking at Erina Kiri, whose face seemed to say, "I'm amazing, aren't I?"

Lin Yu found it somewhat amusing and couldn't help but clap his hands.

"Wow! Erina is amazing! No wonder she's known as the 'God Tongue'!"

"Of course!" Erina Kirei proudly tossed her long blonde hair. "Do you even need to tell me that?"

Seeing that Kiri Erina seemed to be planning to chat with Lin Yu for a bit, Seki Shouping couldn't wait any longer.

"I'm more curious about the taste of this dish than its ingredients."

"After all, hearing about it from others is never as good as experiencing it for yourself."

Guan Shouping looked at the tempting steak in front of him, swallowed his saliva with anticipation, and eagerly picked up his chopsticks.

"But after hearing Kiri's analysis just now, I think we can really look forward to it!"

Guan Shouping carefully broke the "yolk," dipped the tip of his chopsticks into a little orange-yellow sauce, and smeared it on his tongue.

The first taste that leaps onto the tongue the moment the sauce hits the lips is...

mango!

Guan Shouping's eyes lit up.

Soft and sweet, with a pleasant fragrance and a silky smooth texture.

As a tropical fruit, mango has a unique and distinctive flavor characteristic of tropical fruits.

At this moment, his mouth was filled with the fruity aroma that symbolized the tropical atmosphere!

As the tongue swirls slightly, the next sensations are lemon, blood orange, and oak—all citrus fruits that share the same origin.

With its fresh and fragrant aroma, sweet and sour taste, it stimulates the appetite.

The aftertaste is a gentle sweetness.

The creamy aroma of milk and the sweetness of honey complement each other perfectly, highlighting the subtle hint of spirits in the aftertaste.

Of course, there's another flavor that runs through the entire sauce...

passion fruit!

Passion fruit's unique and wonderful aroma is like an invisible hand that gathers and blends all the flavors together, condensing them into a refreshing fragrance that can naturally arouse one's appetite.

Finally, this strange aroma exploded on Guan Shouping's tongue!

Guan Shouping trembled all over. At that moment, he felt as if his tongue and teeth were trembling!

"good!"

After regaining his senses, Guan Shouping felt his appetite surge and couldn't help but let out a joyful cheer.

Guan Shouping lowered his head, his gaze fixed intently on the tempting steak.

"Now... let's feast!"

When the chopsticks landed on the steak, Guan Shouping barely used any force, and the thick steak automatically split in two along the trajectory of the chopsticks.

Seemingly because he felt the amazing tenderness of the steak, Guan Shouping was both surprised and delighted!

His pupils contracted slightly, and his breathing became a little more rapid.

At first glance, the steak has a beautiful amber color after being pan-fried.

The cross-section of the steak, once cut open, was a delicate and alluring pink color.

The texture is soft and tender, the flesh is a delicate pink, and the juices that seep out from the gaps in the muscle fibers, along with the slightly floating heat in the air that carries a rich and delicious aroma.

"Oh my god..."

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Guan Shouping's face showed a look of rapture, and he couldn't help but exclaim in admiration.

"So beautiful!"

Such a beautiful and alluring tender pink flesh color is a visually delightful experience just to look at it with the naked eye!

Guan Shouping, whose mouth was watering, couldn't hold back any longer and swallowed several times before finally managing to swallow the saliva that was being secreted in his mouth.

"No, I can't hold back anymore."

A piece of steak was picked up, and a few drops of juice dripped from the chopsticks onto the plate.

Guan Shouping deliberately dipped some egg yolk jam in the steak, along with the cooked egg white that was wrapped around it, and put it in his mouth.

The tender beef releases a rich meaty aroma the moment it enters the mouth.

The incredibly delicious juices seeped out of the meat as it was pressed against the tongue.

The gravy gathers in the mouth and between the tongue and teeth, forming a gentle stream that flows into the throat and esophagus, all the way to the stomach.

The warmth and satisfaction emanating from his stomach gave Guan Shouping an unparalleled sense of comfort, and his emotions relaxed somewhat.

On the other side, Erina Kiri was also deeply shocked the moment she tasted the beef.

She had a premonition that if she hadn't clenched her teeth and closed her lips in time...

The exquisite flavor of the meat juices seeping from the crevices of the beef was so intense it almost burst from her mouth!

"Gurgle!"

Erina Nakiri simply stirred the tender beef lightly with her nimble tongue, and it melted on the tip of her tongue.

Her throat bobbed, and the rich, delicious juices mixed with the melted beef flowed happily into her stomach.

Erina Nakiri let out a long, satisfying sigh after swallowing her food.

"Ah~"

"Delicious meat juices..."

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"This texture is amazing...it's incredible!"

Erina Nakiri stuck out her small, pink tongue and subconsciously licked the meat juices that clung to her lips, a dreamy look in her eyes.

"And...it's so delicious..."

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Erina Nakiri couldn't help but reach out with her chopsticks and cut off another piece of beef with the tip of her chopsticks.

This time, she also picked up some crispy, caramelized scallion strips that were placed at the bottom of the steak and put them in her mouth along with the steak.

The beef remains incredibly tender and juicy, with an unbelievably delicate texture, yet the juices are incredibly rich.

The crispy fried scallion strips crunched loudly in my mouth.

The moment you cut the scallion with your teeth, the first thing you feel is the crispy outer layer and the caramelized flavor mixed with the aroma of oil.

As you continue chewing, the fresh, sweet aroma of scallions and onions gradually emerges, and their sweet juices begin to seep out.

The rich, mellow flavor of the beef blends perfectly with the delicate sweetness of the scallions, creating a delicious broth that overflows in your mouth. It flows over your tongue, through the gaps between your teeth, and finally into your stomach.

It made her feel warm, relaxed, and content all at once.

Erina Nakiri couldn't help but narrow her eyes, a look of pleasure spreading across her face.

"This rice doesn't seem to be ordinary rice?"

Seki Shouping's voice rang out from the side, startling Kiri Erina from her dazed state of intoxication.

She looked at the steaming bowl of rice; something seemed to be hidden among the snow-white, glistening grains.

She picked up a small ball of rice with her chopsticks, examined it carefully for a few moments, smelled it twice, and then put the rice into her mouth.

The first taste is the fragrance of rice, but after a few chews, a refreshing sour aroma breaks through the rice fragrance and lands lightly on her tongue.

Erina Nakiri smiled knowingly, looked at Lin Yu, and said softly, "It's a sour plum, isn't it?"

"That's right!"

Faced with Erina Kiri's insightful remark, Lin Yu smiled and nodded, readily admitting it.

"I lightly boiled the plums to remove some of the off-flavors," Lin Yu explained.

"At the same time, this method also makes the sourness of the plum less sharp, more mellow, and the refreshing feeling stronger."

"Then mix in roasted seaweed, chopped into very fine pieces, and mix it into the rice."

"The rice not only has a rich and fragrant aroma of grains, but also a refreshing and mild fruity acidity, as well as the salty and umami flavor of seaweed."

At this point, Lin Yu revealed a rather smug smile.

"A bowl of rice like this, paired with my carefully prepared steak, side dishes, and hot soup, is hard not to whet one's appetite!"

Lin Yu paused, glanced at Erina Nakiri, winked at her discreetly, and then continued speaking.

Even the most discerning customer will find this steak set meal a relaxing and satisfying culinary experience!

Erina Nakiri noticed Lin Yu's gaze, but this time, unusually, she didn't feel that Lin Yu was being sarcastic or teasing her.

Erina Nakiri even felt a strange, indescribable stirring within her.

"Are you relaxed and satisfied?"

Erina Kiri murmured softly, "Well said!"

Erina Nakiri picked up another piece of beef, mixed it with mayonnaise, caramelized scallions, and a large clump of rice, and unceremoniously put a large mouthful of food into her mouth.

Because there was so much food, Erina Nakiri's cheeks became bulging, and her cheeks trembled slightly as she chewed, just like a little squirrel happily eating.

Although I was still savoring the delicious aftertaste, I felt very relaxed and happy.

However, Erina Kiri's lingering instincts allowed her to maintain a fairly elegant way of eating. Although she chewed quickly, her movements and posture remained dignified.

But Guan Shouping, standing to the side, couldn't care less about being "elegant" or "dignified".

His chopsticks flew and moved rapidly between the dishes, almost leaving afterimages.

His eating habits were equally hearty.

Finding it too troublesome, he simply used chopsticks to break the steak into several large pieces, then picked up a huge piece of beef, ignoring the dripping juices, and placed it directly on top of the rice.

The next moment, Guan Shouping brought the bowl to his lips.

He shoveled the beef and a large clump of rice into his mouth with his chopsticks.

Guan Shouping chewed heartily, letting out approving groans. But because his mouth was full of food, his voice was muffled and unclear, making it impossible to understand what he was saying.

At this moment, Guan Shouping seemed to have no intention of caring about his image as a graduate in front of his younger schoolmates.

After swallowing the food in his mouth, Guan Shouping didn't stop for a moment. He immediately picked up a piece of eggplant with minced garlic, spread it on the rice, and shoveled it into his mouth without stopping.

After swallowing the garlicky eggplant, he immediately picked up a piece of onion and wood ear mushroom salad and chewed it with a crunching sound.

The crisp and refreshing onions and the soft and plump wood ear mushrooms complement each other perfectly in terms of texture.

Lemon, balsamic vinegar, white sugar, and small red chilies.

In terms of seasoning, the mild sweetness and stimulating spiciness further accentuate the poignant and delightful flavor of this cold dish.

It is very refreshing and makes diners' appetites soar.

Stimulated by the sour and fragrant taste in his mouth, Guan Shouping felt his tongue tremble and he seemed to feel even hungrier!

At that moment, he didn't want to think about anything; he just wanted to quickly put the next bite of food into his mouth and fill his bottomless stomach.

After a hearty and satisfying meal, the food in the bowl was quickly emptied.

Guan Shouping poured the last piece of steak and the last bit of garlic eggplant onto the rice, opened his mouth as wide as possible, and swallowed all the rice in one bite.

Rich and flavorful minced garlic.

The eggplant was soft, mushy, and mushy.

Tender and juicy beef.

The scallion shreds are fragrant and sweet.

A mayonnaise jam with a unique tropical fruit flavor.

There's also rice with a sweet grain flavor mixed with refreshing fruit acidity.

At that moment, all the delicious flavors converged in Guan Shouping's mouth.

As his teeth and tongue collided, a delicious storm was brewing in his mouth!

A powerful storm, carrying with it the ultimate deliciousness, assaulted his brain with overwhelming force, triggering a massive earthquake within his skull!

Even though he gritted his teeth and tried to stay awake, Guan Shouping still felt dizzy from the intense deliciousness of the storm.

It almost crashed!

Guan Shouping swallowed the food in his mouth, picked up the last piece of onion and wood ear mushroom salad with his chopsticks, and reluctantly put it into his mouth.

The crunching sound as he chewed cooled his brain slightly, bringing him back to his senses from his dazed state.

Guan Shouping, still shaken, breathed a sigh of relief and picked up the bowl of seaweed and egg drop soup that was still half full.

He tilted his head back and gulped it down in one go.

He then put down the bowl, looked up at the sky, and let out a joyful shout.

"Awesome!"

"happy!"

Guan Shouping's voice was so loud that it made the eardrums of those nearby feel a stinging pain, and even the air seemed to vibrate slightly.

Guan Shouping looked at Lin Yu and couldn't help but nod.

At this moment, Guan Shouping had a ruddy complexion, bright and piercing eyes, a smile on his lips, and his gaze was full of amusement and appreciation.

"Hey! Have you guys noticed? Chef Guan Shouping's style has completely changed!"

Yes, the intense seriousness and coldness that Guan Shouping originally exuded had completely vanished, making him look nothing like his initial unsmiling demeanor.

"Lin Yu! Thank you!"

Guan Shouping stretched out his hands and patted Lin Yu's shoulders heavily.

"I haven't had such a satisfying meal in ages!"

"That was so delicious! So satisfying! I'm completely satisfied!"

"Ha ha!"

"This is the true joy of eating!"

Guan Shouping patted Lin Yu's shoulder hard again, and his hearty laughter echoed throughout the kitchen.

Then, Guan Shouping did something that made all the students in the kitchen widen their eyes and drop their jaws in astonishment!

He stood up straight in front of Lin Qi and bowed deeply with utmost solemnity!