In the 1970s, it started with contracting out communal dining.

After trying two dishes, Chen Wei has almost mastered the issue of the gas stove's heat output.

Chen Wei felt much more at ease; he could finally start making new dishes.

The wok sat on the gas stove, and the temperature displayed on the system panel had reached 70%.

It's time to add some oil!

Chen Wei picked up a large spoon, scooped out a large spoonful of oil from the oil can, and quickly slid it into the pot.

The dish of shredded pork with green peppers requires plenty of oil to quickly cook the shredded pork, which helps to lock in the juices and flavor.

Of course, these shredded, oily meats can be placed in a small bowl on the side and reused when cooking the next dish. In this day and age, oil is extremely precious and certainly cannot be wasted.

These dishes have used a lot of oil today; I wonder if my aunt will feel bad when she sees them.

However, Chen Wei didn't have time to think about these things right now, as the oil temperature on the system panel had already reached 7% heat.

It's now!

Chen Wei picked up the enamel basin containing shredded pork and slid the marinated shredded pork into the pot all at once.

"Sizzle—"

The hot oil sizzled immediately, and the shredded pork danced lightly in the boiling oil. A wisp of bluish smoke slowly rose from the pot, coating the shredded pork and locking in its unique juices.

Chen Wei didn't rush to stir-fry. Instead, he let the shredded pork roll around in the hot oil a couple of times before lightly picking up the spatula, flicking his wrist, and gently shaking the shredded pork in the wok, making a small half-circle before it fell back down, successfully flipping it over.

The next step is the same: the shredded meat becomes distinct in the hot oil and stretches out and changes color at the bottom of the pot.

This process certainly can't compare to the high-powered coal-fired stoves in a canteen, but it's already quite impressive to achieve this smooth and beautiful effect on a small gas stove at home.

Liu Rufang and Chen Jianguo, who were secretly watching from outside the window, couldn't help but nod. In the blink of an eye, they saw the same admiration in each other's eyes.

The elderly couple looked at each other and smiled at the identical expression on their faces.

"This kid has really made something of himself. I've done right by my second brother and sister-in-law!" Chen Jianguo sighed softly, suddenly feeling a little sad.

Liu Rufang gently nudged him, saying, "Look at you! It's a good thing the child is becoming capable! How can you say such discouraging things!"

"Yes, yes! It's a good thing! I'm getting old and confused!" Chen Jianguo quickly and discreetly wiped the corner of his eye, then looked at the tall young man in the small kitchen window.

In Chen Wei's hands, the spatula was like an obedient toy; he seemed to have complete control over every change in the pan.

After the shredded pork changed color, he quickly removed it from the pan, leaving some oil at the bottom. He then sautéed the minced garlic until fragrant, and then quickly slid the shredded green peppers into the pan.

The gas stove was operating at 120% power, the flames fiercely licking the bottom of the wok, while Chen Wei quickly stir-fried the green pepper strips in the wok.

The aroma of green peppers burst forth from the pan instantly. After a few stirs, the green peppers no longer stood upright, but obediently coated with a layer of warm oil.

At this point, Chen Wei put the stir-fried shredded meat back into the wok, stir-fried the two ingredients together again, and then poured the prepared sauce into the wok all at once.

Then they turned on the fire again.

"Flip the wok!"

"Flip the wok!"

The intense heat licked the bottom of the pot, coating the green peppers and shredded meat evenly with the aroma of the sauce.

The green and red striped shredded pork with bell peppers was ready in no time, its glossy color looking very tempting.

Chen Wei examined the shredded green peppers and pork in the enamel basin and felt fairly satisfied.

But in the blink of an eye, he saw Chen Jianguo and his family of three lined up in a triangular shape against the small kitchen window, their faces all showing expressions of drooling, as if they were about to drool.

Upon seeing Chen Wei turn his head to look over, the two adults immediately blushed.

Chen Liling, being just a child, didn't care so much. She raised her tender face and smiled at Chen Wei.

"Brother! What did you make? It smells so good! I'm practically drooling! Can I have a bite?"

Chen Wei was amused by her reaction and immediately waved his hand, "Alright, all three dishes are ready! Let's eat!"

Chen Liling cheered and was the first to push open the kitchen door and run in.

As soon as she entered, the little girl took a deep breath. When she saw the three dishes on the cutting board, she couldn't help but open her mouth wide in surprise.

"My goodness! I didn't believe my dad when he said you were popular at the factory! Now I really believe it, this food you made looks delicious!"

Chen Wei laughed heartily: "My dishes are more than just delicious-looking! Quickly, take them out for Uncle and Aunt to try!"

As he spoke, he handed the plate of shredded pork with green peppers to Chen Liling, while he picked up the other two plates of food.

The moment the brother and sister emerged from the kitchen, the aroma of three dishes instantly filled the entire house.

Liu Rufang stared intently at the plate of food in Chen Wei's hand, while Chen Jianguo, who had tasted Chen Wei's cooking before, was even more exaggerated.

The saliva secreted from his mouth almost filled his entire throat, so in order to maintain his image, he quickly coughed lightly and swallowed.

"Don't just stand there! The kids have already cooked the dishes, go get your chopsticks and serve the rice!"

After Chen Jianguo's reminder, Liu Rufang seemed to wake up from a dream and patted her head.

"Oh my, I'm completely drawn to Xiaowei's cooking! Serve rice, everyone sit down and eat!"

The main dish was leftover rice from lunch, paired perfectly with the three dishes made by Chen Wei, all of which were very appetizing.

Seeing this, Liu Rufang took out another bottle of Beibingyang soda from the cooler, poured one glass for each of the three people, and the family sat together happily.

"Uncle! Aunt! Try some!" Chen Wei was the first to pick up his chopsticks and put a piece of green pepper and shredded pork on everyone at the table.

He then smiled and said, "This is a new dish I just researched yesterday. Our factory cafeteria hasn't served it yet! It's perfect opportunity for you to give it a try!"

Liu Rufang blushed slightly after being flattered by him.

"I'm just a housewife, what would I know about tasting food! But Xiaowei, these dishes you made look delicious, I'll try them."

As she said this, Liu Rufang put the shredded green pepper and pork into her mouth.

She had been smelling the fragrance for so long that she could hardly resist anymore.

The moment she tasted the shredded pork with green peppers, she froze completely.

So tender! Absolutely so tender!

The shredded pork is so smooth it seems to dance on your tongue. The first taste is the salty and savory flavor of soy sauce and the fresh aroma of green peppers. Then, with each bite, the juices of the pork burst on your tongue, and the rich and mellow flavor of pork dances in layers on your tongue.

The texture! The flavor! It's so good, you just can't stop eating it!