Chapter 720 - Chapter 720: Medicinal Soup and Porridge
Chapter 720: Medicinal Soup and Porridge
Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation
Su Wenzhe knew Su Binglan would soon cook the noodles, so he gathered some firewood. He had become highly experienced with cooking. After heating the pot, he said, “Sister, the pot is ready.”
Su Binglan looked at the pot and then added oil to it. She used more oil than usual and added some pepper and chili before stir-frying them. Soon after the rich fragrance wafted, she added garlic and ginger and continued stir-frying.
After a while, she added the cut sauerkraut and stir-fried them. After that, the sauerkraut fragrance wafted throughout the kitchen.
Su Wenwu looked into the pot and said, “This fragrance differs from the other dishes you’ve made. It’s so refreshing.”
“It’s just like the stir-fried mung beans from before. It has a rich and refreshing fragrance. The pickled fish will also taste different. The noodles will be delicious.’
Everyone nodded in agreement. However, the family was curious and wanted to watch how Su Binglan would cook the pickled fish. Therefore, a few of them surrounded the stove.
Su Binglan had gotten used to it, so she continued cooking as usual. After almost frying the sauerkraut, she added water and put the fish she had prepared into the broth.
Afterward, she boiled the fish slices and poured the sauerkraut into a large basin for later use. After washing the pot, she added oil to stir-fry the pepper and chili. Then, she poured the pickled fish into it.
After scooping it out again, she added water to the pot to boil the noodles. After cooking the noodles, she poured the pickled fish slices and added coriander.
She served the noodles in large bowls with plenty of fish and sauerkraut. “All right, bring these to the table. We can eat now.”
Su Wenwu returned to his senses and said, “Wow, that’s what sauerkraut fish noodles look like, It smells good, so it should taste just as good. I can’t wait to eat.”
Shen Mohen took in the fragrance. Just the smell satisfied him. He was not keen on eating noodles last time, but his preference changed after living with the Su family.
He never knew one could make noodles in various ways. He thought only Su Binglan was capable of such things.
The family helped to place the bowls of noodles on the table. Everyone’s appetites grew as they looked at the dishes.
Su Binglan motioned to gather other things, but Luo Jin’an felt sorry for her.
He did not want his wife to tire herself out, so he said, “Sit down. If you need anything, I’ll get them.”
Su Binglan nodded, saying, “l took out the sauerkraut I made two days ago. Bring them out for the family.”
“All right.” Luo Jin’an would help with whatever his wife wanted. He also knew where she had kept the sauerkraut that she had marinated. After fishing them out and cutting them, the family could eat the sauerkraut.
Although the family could not wait to eat, they had house rules. After sitting at the table together, the elders would eat first. Su Fengmao took some noodles with his chopsticks and said, “Let’s eat!”
“All right.” Finally, the rest of the family started eating.
“Wow, this is delicious! I didn’t know noodles could taste so good!” Shen
Mohen exclaimed. He lowered his head and hoovered his food as he spoke.
Shen Qiuhui nodded and was pleased that his son spoke his mind. He agreed, “Indeed, the noodles are delicious.’
Shen Qiuhua asked Lan Ruozhu, “So, do you like it?”
Lan Ruozhu replied with a smile, “Of course, Godmother. My sister makes the best noodles.’
Shen Qiuhua smiled, “It’s my first time eating sauerkraut fish noodles. They’re delicious.’
Su Binglan was in no hurry to eat. Instead, she scooped a spoonful of soup and blew on it before sipping it. She enjoyed drinking the soup first because it was the dish’s essence. The taste was perfect, and she enjoyed it even more.
She had only made pickled fish once but felt it wasn’t as delicious as the sauerkraut fish noodles. The fish in this dish tasted even better.
Su Wenzhe and the others were busy eating the noodles and fish. They thought it was delicious, so they also hoovered their food.
Liu Yinyin noticed Su Binglan was only drinking the soup. Therefore, she followed her sister-in-law, saying, “l think the soup is the best part of the dish.’
When the family heard her words, they stopped eating the fish and noodles to taste the soup. Su Fengmao nodded. “Indeed, the soup is rich and fragrant. I can taste the sauerkraut from it.’
Shen Qiuhua smiled and added, “It tastes different from the dishes we usually eat.”
The dishes they typically ate had intense flavors, but the soup tasted light and refreshing. The family was no longer in a hurry to eat the noodles. They simply savored the soup.
Su Binglan smiled when everyone praised her food. “Since you enjoy the soup,
I’ll make more after the Lantern Festival. Soup with different flavors can help strengthen your bodies.”
She had considered making medicinal porridge and soups last time but never had time. She wanted to study them with Su Wenxiu.
With that thought in mind, she said, “Wenxiu, don’t just focus on the pharmacy and medicinal herbs. You can also consider using medicinal soups and porridge.”
“Medicinal soup?” Su Wenxiu never considered those things.
Su Binglan looked at his puzzled expression and said, “Think about it, Wenxiu. Some medicinal herbs are equivalent to ingredients. They’re nourishing and not harmful to the human body.
“You can use such herbs to make porridge and soup. They’ll be beneficial to one’s body.”
Su Wenxiu’s eyes lit up. “That’s an excellent idea, Sister.”
Su Binglan added, “It’s the same principle as the medicinal wine I made.” Su Wenwu felt inspired by his sister’s words. He only thought medicinal herbs could treat the human body in the past. He never thought to use them in food.
“l have an idea, Sister. We can use herbs that help with colds and fevers in our food. They’ll be perfect for colder weather. These herbs have no side effects on the body.
“People who dislike medicine can eat these medicinal porridges and soups to keep out the cold.”
Su Binglan nodded and said, “Yeah, it’s a similar principle. You should carefully consider it, Wenxiu. You can ask me if there’s anything you don’t understand..