klisemfg Chapter 564 Just know
Chapter 564 Just know
The Zhou and Shen families had no such trouble at all; they just needed to finish drinking the minced meat first.
The rest is all delicious.
The sesame cakes they ate today were mutton sesame cakes prepared by the cooks in the Shen residence. The mutton inside was the mutton that Shen Huazheng brought back from the northwest.
It tastes so delicious.
After tasting the delicious mutton in the northwest, Shen Huazheng came up with the idea of bringing mutton back to the capital.
In order to bring the mutton back intact, she came up with the idea of confiting the lamb.
The mutton is sealed inside with mutton fat, and the mutton fat wrapped around the mutton acts as a seal.
This method is not only easier to transport and carry, but also can be preserved for a longer period of time.
It can be kept for several months or even up to a year.
The method is very simple. You just need to patiently massage the fresh lamb with salt and pepper, and then marinate it overnight.
Wait until the next day, clean the mutton and place it in a ceramic jar with various spices like building blocks.
Then pour the heated mutton fat into the ceramic jar until the mutton is completely submerged.
The last step is to cover the ceramic jar and put it into the oven for baking.
Once the lamb cools down after being removed from the oven, the fat on the outside of the lamb will solidify.
At this time, the confit lamb is ready.
Not only does it taste more delicious, it can also be stored for a long time.
Shen Zhaonian happily ate the mutton pancake in his hand. The outer layer of the pancake was slightly crispy, but the inner layer was already soaked with gravy.
One bite and the freshness and fragrance are instantly everywhere.
As you chew, the fresh aroma of the mutton, the aroma of the oil, the complex aroma of the seasonings and the natural wheat aroma of the flour are intertwined and melt little by little on the tip of your tongue.
It lingers in the mouth like a wonderful melody.
Zhou Zeyan ate the pancake in his hand with relish, and he couldn't stop after taking the first bite.
It smells really good!!
Grand Tutor Zhou and Shen Ke Ting also ate with relaxed expressions and raised corners of their lips.
This sesame seed bun is so delicious, it is more fragrant than the mutton sesame seed buns I have eaten before.
After swallowing, the rich fragrance still lingers between the lips and teeth.
One can't help but immerse oneself in this wonderful taste experience.
No wonder Zheng'er insisted on bringing back this mutton from so far away.
This mutton is so delicious when made into sesame seed bun filling, it would probably be even more delicious if made into other dishes.
Mo Zhishan and Lord Jiang were also sitting next to Grand Tutor Zhou at this time, eating one bite after another without stopping.
Ever since they successfully got a free meal at the last grand court meeting, they have officially become members of the free meal team.
They are food allies, and there is no stronger bond in the world.
Lord Jiang chewed the pancake carefully. The crust was crispy yet soft, and the filling was fresh and fragrant with a hint of sweetness.
While chewing, you can feel the juice hidden in the mutton filling exploding between your lips and teeth.
It smells really good!!
In the past, he could still force himself to finish the food in the corridor. After all, although the grand court meetings only took place once in a long time, he didn't have to eat the food in the corridor every time.
Of course, the main reason is that the food was bestowed by His Majesty, representing the grace of the king.
As subjects, they cannot help but be grateful for the emperor's kindness.
But now there is a perfect solution, so they naturally don't have to suffer that pain anymore.
The grace of the emperor is something I keep in my heart.
It's not about eating.
Mo Zhishan felt the aroma of fat in his mouth, took a sip of the three-fresh soup, and a smile appeared on his face.
He has the same idea as Lord Jiang. The most taboo thing for a scholar is not being able to adapt.
Rules are dead, but people are alive.
As they get older, they can only eat these delicacies once a day.
It’s better to eat more while your teeth can still eat.
As for His Majesty, he should have expected it a long time ago.
I guess it's understandable.
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Everyone in the hall was enjoying their meal when Emperor Jingning suddenly looked at Shen Huazheng and said sternly:
"Mr. Shen, this time the foreign envoys have gathered in Daliang, and I am preparing a grand banquet."
Shen Huazheng immediately straightened up and waited for Emperor Jingning's next words.
I'm coming.
I knew he wouldn't invite her to dinner for no reason.
It turned out that there was going to be work for her.
Is His Majesty planning to let her prepare this banquet?
As soon as this idea came up, it was rejected by Shen Huazheng.
If Emperor Jingning hosted a banquet for foreign envoys, she, as a court official, would also have to attend.
However, besides asking her to prepare the banquet personally, there is actually another possibility.
Both Yipinlou and Food Street have the ability to host banquets. If Your Majesty has such an idea, it is possible to tell her first.
As if to verify Shen Huazheng's thoughts, Emperor Jingning's voice rang out again -
"I originally thought that Mr. Shen was more knowledgeable about food, so I planned to ask you to prepare this banquet. However, since you are now an official, you will also have to attend the banquet, so it is not appropriate for you to do it yourself. Therefore, I thought of asking Yipinlou to host the banquet, but the banquet will still be held in the palace."
Emperor Jingning paused, then added, "I will have the remuneration for this banquet paid to Yipinlou. What do you think, Mr. Shen?"
Shen Huazheng: "Your Majesty is wise and wise. I have no objection."
Since the emperor had spoken, she certainly wouldn't have any objections.
Even if it exists, we can't say it.
Moreover, these three big guys are always very generous when doing business with her.
The remuneration given is no less than that.
This is a business that comes right to my door, and it's a big business at that. How can I possibly push it away?
This time, Yipinlou should be able to make a lot of money again.
Emperor Jingning nodded with satisfaction: "When the time comes, Shen Qing will still need to worry about the dishes on the banquet. Don't lose face for Daliang."
Although he had no intention of showing off in front of envoys from various countries, since he was going to hold a banquet, of course he had to serve the best things.
It would be better to have some new and exotic delicacies so that the foreign envoys can broaden their horizons.
It is good to know that Daliang is not only vast in territory and rich in resources, but also rich in talents. Even the food is more exquisite and delicious than that of other countries.
Shen Huazheng stood up, bowed and said, "Your Majesty, I obey your command!"
Not only must we not lose face for Daliang.
We must also give Daliang face!!
She understands, she understands everything.
Isn’t this banquet supposed to be grand?
Your Majesty wants to open the eyes of the envoys from various countries and show off a bit.
She will definitely meet the requirements of big customers.
I thought I was just here to attend a grand court meeting today, but I didn't expect to make a big deal by the way.
If Yipinlou prepares a good banquet this time, the benefits it will gain will not only be the rewards given by Emperor Jingning.
Maybe we can take this opportunity to spread the reputation of Yipinlou from Daliang.
Although it is too early to say this now, if the three of them want to expand their business to other countries in the future, it would be nice to take this opportunity to let envoys from various countries taste the food of Yipinlou.
Upon hearing this, Emperor Jingning's smile deepened.
Before he could open his mouth, the Queen Mother spoke, her voice still filled with dissatisfaction.
"Isn't it the perfect time to enjoy our meal? Why is the Emperor suddenly talking about official business?"
The Queen also laughed and said, "That's right, Master Shen was so scared that he stood up."
The Queen Mother looked at Shen Huazheng with a smile: "Girl, quickly sit back in your seat, we will continue eating."
Emperor Jingning coughed lightly and said, "I was negligent. Mr. Shen, there is no need to be so reserved. Today is a private banquet I'm hosting. Mr. Shen, just treat this place like your own home."
Shen Huazheng: "Thank you, Your Majesty, and thank you, Queen Mother."
Having said that, she returned to her previous seat and sat down.
As for what Emperor Jingning said, only a fool would take it seriously.
Even the Crown Prince and the other princes trembled in fear in front of Emperor Jingning. Shen Huazheng was desperate to treat him like home.
In this way, Shen Huazheng continued to have dinner with the three giants of the palace.
Emperor Jingning didn't say anything else afterwards. Instead, the Empress Dowager and the Queen chatted with Shen Huazheng from time to time.
The meal was quite relaxing and enjoyable.
The Empress Dowager and the Queen took turns using public chopsticks to pick up food for Shen Huazheng, and also told her to eat more often, as it was not good to be too thin.
Shen Huazheng looked at the mountain of food piled high in the bowl: (⊙?⊙)
Even if I eat more, isn't it a bit too much?
Fortunately, the Queen Mother and the Empress also felt that they had given Shen Huazheng too many dishes, so they did not continue.
Emperor Jingning watched the interaction between the three people, his eyes slightly warmed.
I don’t know if the prince can do better in the future and give him a well-behaved and lovely granddaughter.
By then, he would definitely have to personally review his granddaughter's husband.
Not only does one have to meet the requirements of family background, character and appearance, but it would also be best if one can stay in the capital.
This way it would be more convenient for the granddaughter to bring her children to the palace to visit them.