AWB Chapter 509 - 469: A Handsome Man Looks Charming No Matter What He Does
Chapter 509 - 469: A Handsome Man Looks Charming No Matter What He Does
As nightfall tenderly descends, the city’s clamor slowly recedes, merging into the warm and bright lights of every household in Linting Garden.
In the kitchen of apartment 503, unit 5, building 8
The symphony of chop-chop-chop rings out powerfully in the kitchen, as Huang Jun meticulously trims away the unnecessary nails from the thoroughly cleaned bullfrogs.
Then, his focus shifts to the bullfrog’s spines.
With precise cuts of the blade, accompanied by a soft "kacha" sound, the bullfrogs are perfectly split in half, the cuts smooth like mirrors, without a trace of excess meat.
Next, Huang Jun follows the natural contours of the bullfrog’s bones, chopping vigorously and precisely, cutting the bullfrogs into uniformly sized, neatly shaped large pieces.
Once all the bullfrogs are chopped, he arranges them neatly on a large white porcelain platter.
He sprinkles a thin layer of cornstarch on the bullfrogs and gently stirs them with his hand, ensuring each piece is evenly coated with the delicate cornstarch layer.
After finishing...
He places the frying pan on the stove and pours a suitable amount of oil into the pan.
As the flames flicker, the oil at the bottom begins to heat up, forming delicate ripples and accompanied by the pleasant sound of sizzling.
When the oil temperature slowly reaches the golden temperature of 220 degrees...
He slides the cornstarch-coated bullfrogs into the pan all at once.
In an instant.
The kitchen erupts with a loud "sizzle" as the oil splatters.
Under the embrace of the hot oil, the bullfrogs’ surfaces quickly contract, their color transforming from pale to a tempting golden hue, emitting an irresistible aroma.
After 10 seconds...
He skillfully scoops out all the bullfrogs, the droplets of oil falling like broken strings of pearls back into the pan, triggering another bout of sizzling.
Once the oil temperature slowly returns to the ideal state.
He pours the fried bullfrogs back into the oil pan for a second round of frying.
This time, the bullfrog pieces move more freely in the oil, with the outer skin becoming even more crispy and golden, while the meat inside remains tender and juicy.
After 35 minutes of repeated frying, until each bullfrog piece perfectly reaches a fully cooked, tempting state, he retrieves them from the oil pan, gently shaking off excess oil.
At this moment.
The bullfrog pieces are neatly arranged on the plate, appearing as though glazed with a bright golden shine, their color incredibly appealing!
In the pan, he intentionally leaves a touch of oil, then adds sliced ginger and garlic cloves.
The ginger slices gently unfold in the warmth of the oil, releasing a fresh fragrance that’s spicy yet not overpowering; the garlic cloves gradually don a golden suit under the high heat, releasing a richly intoxicating aroma.
As the two intertwine in the pan, creating a compound aroma...
He uncovers the lid of a nearby clay pot.
Inside was the old hen broth he had simmered all afternoon, its color golden and bright, its texture rich and thick, with a layer of delicate oil covering the surface, like a pool of spring water, sparkling.
"Hmm, not bad!"
He nodded in satisfaction, ladling a scoop of golden chicken broth and slowly pouring it into the boiling pan.
With the heat’s embrace, the temperature inside the pan rapidly increases, causing the chicken broth to boil, releasing a richer, more enticing aroma.
To further enhance the dish’s flavor, he adds a pre-made garlic-flavored secret sauce and a pinch of peppery seasoning.
The combination instantly sparks a layered compound aroma.
The intense flames consume the dish, and the pan’s juices vigorously roll in the fiery ambiance, releasing and intermingling every ingredient’s essence.
He gently slides the crispy, golden-fried bullfrog pieces into the pan, turning the heat from high to medium, covering the pan to let them quietly stew amidst the bubbling sound.
As time passes...
The bullfrog pieces greedily absorb every bit of essence from the broth, gradually becoming plump and juicy.
When he sees the time is just right, he uncovers the pan and adds a bit of spicy seasoning to enhance the flavor.
Holding the spatula, he skillfully stirs, intertwining the spicy taste with the existing deliciousness.
As the broth gradually thickens, and the bullfrog pieces achieve a tempting sheen, he adds pre-sliced green and red pepper slices and onion slices to the pan.
With a flick of his wrist, he deftly flipped the wok, allowing all the ingredients to dance lightly inside, blending thoroughly until each slice of fresh vegetable turned supple under the heat, coated in a rich sauce.
As he gauged the final touch of heat, he transferred the aromatic garlic-flavored bullfrog to a dry pot, instantly producing a crisp "sizzle" that was as pleasing to the ears as a tribute to fine dining. With the enticing sound, he skillfully sprinkled a few strands of green onions and a dash of glistening white sesame seeds, adding the finishing touch to the dish.
"Wow, it smells amazing..."
Before the words were finished, drawn by the irresistible aroma, Yang Yuxi quietly stepped into the kitchen, her gaze immediately captured by Huang Jun, who was intently igniting the alcohol burner.
In the swirling smoke, his figure appeared particularly focused and charming, his love and dedication to the art of cooking seemingly casting a gentle glow around him.
Yang Yuxi couldn’t help but stare a bit spellbound,
she had to admit.
A handsome man looks pleasing no matter what he’s doing, so captivating and charming.
Huang Jun, hearing the sound, noticed Yang Yuxi approaching, and gave her a smile.
Yang Yuxi tucked her hair behind her ear: "It smells so good, Qingqing’s dad!"
"It should smell good, it’ll be even better when you eat it later..."
Seeing Yang Yuxi’s eager expression, Huang Jun picked up a piece of golden, tempting bullfrog with chopsticks and handed it over.
He originally intended for Yang Yuxi to take the bullfrog piece by hand.
But Yang Yuxi, seemingly captivated by the aroma, instinctively opened her mouth and took the bullfrog piece directly into her mouth with a quick "awoo."
This sudden move left both of them stunned for a moment. Subsequently, Yang Yuxi’s pretty face instantly blushed, her ears tinged a faint pink.
Because...
She belatedly realized that this scene, however you looked at it, resembled Huang Jun feeding her...
Seeing Huang Jun naturally busying himself with other tasks, Yang Yuxi gradually calmed her inner turmoil. She lightly pursed her lips, savoring the bullfrog piece, her eyes instantly lighting up with delight.
Wow...
This bullfrog tastes fantastic...
The outer skin is golden and crispy, with just a gentle bite, you can feel that thin, cicada-winged crispy layer shattering in your mouth.
And beneath this crispy shell is the frog meat, tender, juicy, delicate, and smooth.
With just a gentle press it melts away, releasing a mouthful of freshness and sweetness.
The fibers of the frog meat slowly spread in the mouth, intertwining with the rich sauce, each bite tantalizing the taste buds to the utmost.
And what is even more commendable...
The garlic and pepper seasoning perfectly combines with the freshness of the frog meat, complementing each other to create a dish whose flavors are distinct yet harmoniously unified.
Even the tiny bones seem to have been meticulously marinated, soaking up the essence of the sauce...
Truly flavorful!
Qingqing and Weiwei trotted into the kitchen, immediately spotting Yang Yuxi savoring with an enraptured expression, curiosity and a bit of envy shining in their eyes.
Unable to contain her curiosity, Qingqing asked, "Miss Yang, what are you eating? It looks so good!"
Weiwei, on the other hand, instantly understood, pouting and pretending to be upset: "Daddy, that’s not fair, you give Miss Yang some but not me!"
Yang Yuxi: "^_^"
Huang Jun laughed, breaking the subtle atmosphere: "Alright, my little princesses, everyone gets a share, this is the feast you’ve been waiting for—garlic-flavored bullfrog. Can’t wait to try it, right?"
Saying that, he used chopsticks to pick up a few aromatic bullfrog pieces and handed them to the two little ones.
Qingqing and Weiwei’s eyes lit up, accepting them excitedly, taking a careful bite, then wearing satisfied smiles on their faces: "Wow, Daddy’s garlic bullfrog is so delicious..."
Huang Jun laughed and said, "If it’s good, then let’s start eating..."
"Let me help!"
Yang Yuxi eagerly volunteered, helping to carry all the dishes out.
Afterwards, everyone gathered around the dining table, commencing a delightful dinner time, continuing to relish the deliciousness of the garlic bullfrog with great joy.
Yet, in this moment of warmth and happiness, there was someone who hadn’t had a chance to savor Huang Jun’s cooking for two consecutive days, silently enduring the torment of yearning and longing...