Under the light of the refrigerator, the piece of pork shoulder with skin lay quietly at the bottom.
Red and white intertwined, fat and lean alternating.
I've eaten beef far too many times; it's time for a change.
He had already planned out the recipes in advance.
Braised pork belly.
This rich, dark carb bomb is the best thing to deal with this kind of blizzard.
Without hesitation, Su Wei took out the thick piece of pork shoulder and cut out enough for one meal.
Then, cut it into pieces.
A two-centimeter square cube, skin and fat included.
He set up the iron pot, put cold water in it, added scallions and ginger, and poured in a small spoonful of cooking wine.
The cooking wine was bought by Su Wei's parents from an Asian supermarket.
Their family still maintains the habit of eating Chinese food.
Start blanching.
People who have never eaten America pork can hardly understand just how strong the gamey smell is.
In the America, because of animal rights organizations.
Their pigs are never castrated.
This also means that it has an extremely strong muttony smell.
Therefore, he needs to handle this carefully.
Wait for the pork to blanch until blood foam keeps rising to the surface.
Su Wei meticulously skimmed off the foam continuously.
He waited two more minutes after the water had fully boiled.
They were then quickly scooped out and rinsed carefully with warm water.
The reason for not using cold water is that rinsing with cold water can easily cause the meat to shrink and become tough.
He's making braised pork, and the meat can't be too tough.
Wait for the pork to be cleaned.
He set up another pot.
Heat the pan, then add cold oil.
A handful of rock sugar was slid into the bottom of the pot.
Slowly simmer over low heat.
The sugar crystals melted, producing amber-colored bubbles, and the sugar color began to deepen.
Just as the syrup turned a deep reddish-brown.
Add the meat chunks to the pot.
"Sizzle!"
A loud sizzling sound of splattering oil echoed in the kitchen.
The aroma of the meat was instantly released by the high temperature, and the caramel color quickly coated every piece of pork, giving it an enticing bright red hue.
This visual impact is more substantial than any Michelin- starred plating.
This is the most primal impact.
stir fry.
Su Wei pulled out the large jar of spices he had found earlier.
Add ginger slices, star anise, and cinnamon.
Add one spoonful of aged soy sauce and half a spoonful of dark soy sauce to the base.
The aroma of soy sauce mixed with the sweet scent of oil forcefully penetrates every crevice of the wooden house.
The sofa couldn't hold Cotton Candy anymore.
It jumped off the sofa and ran after the scent.
He squatted at Su Wei's feet, tilted his head back, and his nose twitched wildly.
"Waaah!"
Those fox-like eyes were fixed on the stove, pacing anxiously.
What's the rush?
Su Wei gently pushed it aside with his toes and poured hot water into the pot.
Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer and cook slowly.
Cover the pot with the lid.
"Glug, glug..."
This deep, rhythmic simmering sound is the most comforting white noise.
Taking advantage of the opportunity, Su Wei added a few boiled eggs and threw them into the soup.
Eggs soaked in meat juices are sometimes even tastier than the meat itself.
One hour later.
The rice cooker tripped the circuit breaker.
The broth in the pot had reduced to a thick, glossy consistency, clinging to the spoon without dripping.
Uncover.
The rich aroma of meat wafts towards you.
The chunks of meat trembled slightly, deep red and translucent, as if they would melt at the slightest touch.
"Bite."
The familiar panel unfolded in my mind.
[Successfully prepared a delicious meal, Life Experience +13]
[ Life Module lv2 (99/300)]
[ Simple Dietary Supplementation: The perfect "braised pork belly and eggs". Precise cooking time and perfect caramel color. Provides a 3-hour " Fitness " buff after consumption – Efficiency Improvement Fitness efficiency by 10%.]
(Braised pork belly)
" Fitness?"
Su Wei muttered to himself in surprise, "There's nothing to do right now."
Improving your Fitness seems like a good option?
A smile played at the corners of his mouth.
An unexpected delight.
Su Wei turned around and served the rice.
The glistening rice grains piled up into a small mountain.
Pour a spoonful of braised pork, along with the broth, over it.
The sauce seeped into the gaps between the rice grains, turning the white rice into an enticing dark brown color.
Pick up an egg, press it open with a spoon, and let the yolk soak into the soup.
Su Wei sat in front of the French windows, holding a bowl.
Outside the window, the wind and snow blew; inside, the aroma of meat filled the air.
I popped a big mouthful of rice mixed with meat gravy into my mouth.
The fatty meat melts in your mouth, leaving only a rich, oily texture without any greasiness.
The lean meat absorbed the broth perfectly, becoming more and more flavorful with each chew.
The soft, sticky rice balanced the savory flavor.
The hot current burst forth from the esophagus, shooting straight to the top of the head.
The frustration I felt in the garage just now?
What is that?
As long as I can still eat this, all my troubles will disappear.
Su Wei was completely absorbed in the delicious food.
Su Wei didn't forget to share the profits with Cotton Candy.
He shredded the lean meat he had set aside and put it into the food bowl.