"Speaking of which, Megishima-senpai, aren't you specialized in ramen? Why are you suddenly researching Chinese cuisine?" Kuga Terunori asked curiously.
"Because ramen originally came from China, and even the term 'ramen' originated from China. So I hope to draw nourishment from noodle dishes around the world, especially from China, to perfect my ramen dishes," Nagi-no-ki Touko said indifferently. "In ramen, kneading the dough is an extremely important part, and Wonton Noodles have very distinctive noodles, so I wanted to research them to see if there's anything worth learning from."
Satou nodded and said, "Wonton Noodles are also known as Bamboo Pole Noodles, a very famous noodle dish in China. Its noodles are pressed out with bamboo, hence the name Bamboo Pole Noodles."
"That's right." Nagi-no-ki Touko nodded…
Perhaps in terms of overall understanding of cooking, Erina Nakiri was more profound than Satou, but when it came to Chinese cuisine, Satou was clearly more proficient than Erina Nakiri.
"Please have a taste," he said solemnly to Satou. Originally, he hadn't had any expectations for Satou, but after seeing Satou's comments on Kuga Terunori's dish, he felt that perhaps the other party could truly help him.
Satou nodded and then began to taste.
The Wonton Noodles in this bowl were as fine as silver threads, full of resilience, feeling like rubber bands when picked up, very elastic.
Satou nodded to himself, thinking, as expected of Nagi-no-ki Touko, the Third Seat; although she wasn't skilled in Chinese noodles, this bowl of Wonton Noodles was still made very authentically, bringing out all the characteristics of Wonton Noodles.
The noodles were chewy; with one bite, his mouth was filled with the fragrance of egg, and the noodles bounced in his mouth like rubber bands, with an exceptionally good texture.
Then came the wontons; the wonton skins were so delicate they could burst with a breath, and the shrimp meat was incredibly tender, melting in his mouth.
"How is it?"
Seeing Satou finish tasting, Nagi-no-ki Touko couldn't help but ask nervously.
"Mm, as expected of Megishima-senpai, it's very authentic."
Satou nodded.
"I checked the information before and roughly understood the specific method for Bamboo Pole Noodles; the characteristics are no added water and the use of duck eggs."
Nagi-no-ki Touko nodded upon hearing this, saying, "Finally, using the weight of the human body to press the dough with a bamboo pole, the noodles pressed this way have a unique chewiness."
"That's right, there's no problem with the noodles themselves, given Megishima-senpai's many years of kneading experience."
Satou nodded and said, "However, there are some flaws in the soup base. Generally, the soup base for Wonton Noodles is made by simmering dried flounder, dried scallops, dried shrimp, and chicken for over three hours, but this soup base has a slight off-flavor."
"Furthermore, there's a lot of skill involved in boiling the noodles. First, quickly put the noodles into boiling water to loosen them, then scoop them out and rinse them in cold water, and then put them back into boiling water for a quick blanching. This can greatly enhance the noodles' chewiness."
"Finally, when adding the noodles, you also need to pay attention: first the soup, then the ingredients, and finally the noodles. This is different from the ramen order. If you add the noodles first, they will soak for too long, causing the texture to degrade."
Satou explained each point.
"I see!"
Nagi-no-ki Touko nodded admiringly, saying, "It really is somewhat different from Japanese ramen."
Then, he solemnly said to Satou, "I've noted this favor. If you ever need anything in the future, just come to me."
"Heh heh, it's nothing."
Satou smiled indifferently.
"Wow, Satou, you're really amazing!"
Kobayashi Rindo said in surprise.
"Oh my, Sumaki-chan is unexpectedly talented!"
Kuga Terunori also exclaimed, "How about it, Sumaki-chan, want to join the Chinese Cuisine Research Society? With the two of us, we'll definitely shine brightly at Far Moon!"
"You two are just birds of a feather."
Akikubo Momo said expressionlessly.
"Kuga, Satou is the man I've set my sights on, so don't get any ideas."
Kobayashi Rindo put her arm around Satou's shoulder and said with a smile.
"I say, Senior Kobayashi, can you please not put your arm around others?"
Erina Nakiri gritted her teeth beside them, saying irritably.
"Eh? Erina, are you jealous? What's wrong with me borrowing your boyfriend for a bit?"
Kobayashi Rindo said unhappily.
"Who's my boyfriend?!"
Erina Nakiri's cheeks flushed crimson, and she became completely flustered. "It's just that you two are hugging and cuddling in public, don't you have any shame?!"
"No idea."
Kobayashi Rindo shook her head very straightforwardly, then continued to link arms with Satou.
"This hateful guy, he said he was taking me out to eat."
Erina Nakiri was so angry her teeth were practically grinding.
"Oh right, Akikubo, aren't you researching American desserts recently? If you have any questions, perhaps you can ask Erina and Satou."
Kobayashi Rindo remembered something and asked.
"Not interested."
Akikubo Momo said somewhat coldly.
It seemed she harbored a subtle animosity towards Erina Nakiri.
"Alright then, work is temporarily wrapped up. Now let's eat."
Kuga Terunori said enthusiastically, "Just like before, let's each make one dish."
"Akikubo-senpai makes dessert, Megishima-senpai makes the main course, and the rest of us each make one dish."
"Kuga, you don't need to arrange what I make."
Akikubo Momo said in a cold tone, then hugged her teddy bear and turned to go to the kitchen.
The others also followed.
"What should I make?"
Satou also started thinking, saying, "How about shredded pork with scrambled eggs?"
He happened to bring a Chansey egg this time, originally intending to eat it with Erina Nakiri.
As soon as he entered the kitchen and took out the Chansey egg, it attracted the attention of the others.
"Oh? What kind of egg is this?"
Nagi-no-ki Touko asked with keen eyes.
"This is a very rare egg I obtained."
Satou said.
"Great, I can finally taste this egg again!"
Kobayashi Rindo licked her tongue, revealing two sharp canine teeth.
"Kobayashi, have you eaten this kind of egg?"
Nagi-no-ki Touko asked.
"Yes."
Kobayashi Rindo nodded, saying, "It tastes incredibly delicious."
"I say, Sumaki-chan, can you sell me this egg?"
Kuga Terunori leaned over and asked.
"No."
Satou refused without even thinking.
Then he started making his dish on his own.
"Um... can I have a little bit of this egg, Su Pian?"
At this moment, a hesitant voice spoke up.
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