Chapter 240 Magical Nordic Cuisine Made with Blood

moonlight.

It shines on the lake, reflecting the cold light!

One serving of Okonomiyaki was not enough to fill Leonora's stomach, so she asked out of curiosity: "Zhang Fan, have you developed any new dishes recently?"

"have."

"It's just a new dish, it may not suit the taste of you Nordic people."

"How about this? How about I make a plate-blood duck for you?"

Zhang Fan asked with a smile.

"Blood duck?"

"You...can you still make a blood duck?"

When Leonora heard this, her eyes almost popped out of her head in fear!

"Sure, do you want one?"

"good!"

"Just let me see."

"Does the blood duck dish you made remind me of the taste of my hometown again?"

Leonora said without thinking.

…

Maybe it’s a French meal.

Many people think of foie gras, steak, baked snails and other dishes.

But little is known about the blood duck, which has enjoyed centuries of fame in France.

The reason why people rarely hear about it is that there are few restaurants, and the price is hundreds of millions of dollars more expensive!

Um!

Why are there so few restaurants that can do it?

First of all, the cooking process of this blood duck is very scary.

In order to prevent the duck from losing its blood, the duck must be strangled first, yes, strangled.

After all, the French are very particular about meticulousness. There is a specially designed guillotine for revolutionary beheading, and there is also a specially designed duck-killing machine for eating ducks.

The chef first roasts the duck until it is half-cooked, then cuts the duck breast and duck legs in front of the guests. After reaching a certain level, the chef cuts off the entire duck breast.

The remaining parts, such as duck blood, duck bones, etc., as well as some ingredients are all put into a special press to make duck blood juice!

The squeezed blood essence will be added with broth, cognac, spices, etc. to make juice.

Then add the seasonings and cook the duck breasts separately.

Although it sounds cruel, some people say that the production process is as artistic as a movie.

After a complicated process, this dreamy dish exuding a strange aroma was finally completed. The duck blood juice can completely bring out the best part of the tender roasted duck breast. After eating, the guests will sincerely praise it!

…

Just see.

Zhang Fan finally started to deal with the duck.

He first cut out the liver, gizzards and other internal organs of the duck, and then cut off the bloody duck meat and duck legs.

Immediately afterwards, he continued to cut the duck body into pieces and put the ingredients into a new instrument that could be pressed, and began to turn the top handle to slowly squeeze out the blood essence of the internal organs and bones.

In an instant, the tender duck blood juice fully brings out the essence of the ingredients.

blood!

It is the essence of the animal body.

It is rich in protein, vitamins, iron, zinc and other nutrients, with very low fat content. It has the effect of strengthening the body, replenishing blood and nourishing the skin. It is also known as:

Liquid meat!

Therefore, if used well, blood is actually a kind of food material and a kind of cooking.

"You didn't even blink your eyes?"

Seeing this, Leonora was shocked!

In Northern Europe, winter is relatively cold, so in addition to eating meat, Nordic people also have a tradition of eating blood since ancient times.

Alice's mother is naturally no exception.

Using animal blood to prepare food is an ancient cooking method that dates back to the Middle Ages.

In order to resist hunger, the Nordic people at that time needed to make full use of every part of the animal's body to obtain enough food.

And those blood foods mixed with staple foods such as flour and potatoes, with spices and butter, were once the most perfect source of nutrition during the long winter nights in Northern Europe.

certainly.

Make dishes with "blood".

This method seems simple, but it is not something that ordinary chefs can do.

In Zhang Fan's eyes, this less popular Nordic cuisine has many similarities with Japanese sashimi!

Finally, Zhang Fan added the squeezed duck blood to the grated duck liver, butter, cognac, stock and seasonings, and then cut and assembled the dishes for decoration.

Looking carefully, every step of his process looks like it is the first time he has made this kind of food.

So much so that he is always so cautious.

…

"OK, please taste it!"

After placing the freshly finished blood duck dish in front of Nakiri Onora, Zhang Fan took the initiative to step aside.

It can be said that this plate of blood duck is definitely the most elegant blood dish in the world.

"It does smell like blood, but it also feels very fragrant."

Leonora's eyes never left the plate of blood duck, and she couldn't help but move her nose and smell it lightly.

“The cooking method does follow the local Nordic cooking style.”

Then, she couldn't wait to pick up the knife and fork and began to taste it.

Entrance.

In an instant, I feel fresh and tender!

It didn't say that because it was made of blood, it tasted like a strong bloody smell.

On the contrary, you can quickly feel a light fragrance as soon as your teeth bite down.

At first, Leonora could still keep a smile on her face.

However.

slowly.

But her eyes widened and she couldn't speak for a long time!

…

Blood duck.

It may not be a common dish in Northern Europe.

But in France, it is hailed as a "magic recipe" by the French.

It originated in the 19th century, and then famous chefs brought the recipes to the 400-year-old Paris Silver Tower and carried them forward.

The chef even kept a record of every blood duck sold. Until 1996, the restaurant successfully sold one million blood ducks. After every customer has eaten a blood duck, the restaurant will traditionally give a certificate to each customer. Each certificate is numbered as a souvenir!

One can imagine.

This blood duck dish is so popular.

"I see, the blood duck contains two extra wild vegetables that I almost couldn't think of!"

"One is wild garlic, and the other... seems to be shepherd's purse?"

"Um?"

"If I remember correctly."

"These two kinds of wild vegetables seem to come from the Celestial Region in the East, right?"

“Mixed with lingonberries, beetroots, blackthorns, white asparagus and other wild vegetables that are only found in Northern Europe, it’s quite a combination of Chinese and Western flavors!”

At this time, Leonora Nakiri slowly closed her eyes and recalled the taste.

"Mom, what did you just say?"

"The blood duck made by Zhang Fan should still be considered Nordic cuisine, right? Then...then why are there two kinds of wild vegetables unique to China?"

Next to her, Alice, who was lazing around, couldn't help but feel confused.

"Wild garlic can remove the bloody smell of duck blood."

"And the unique fragrance of shepherd's purse itself can enhance the taste!"

"So, by adding more of these two kinds of wild vegetables, the whole blood duck dish will be more mellow and delicious."

Leonora was stunned for a moment, then she rubbed her chin with one hand and explained.

…

What's the most delicious thing?

Perhaps for many people who are wandering abroad, it is the food of their hometown and the taste of their hometown.

Sometimes, a delicacy full of childhood memories can make homesickness linger in the heart, and in the homesickness, one can taste a touch of sadness and sweetness.

Obviously, this blood duck dish made by Zhang Fan.

Leonora Nakiri, who had not been to an izakaya for a long time, felt the taste of her hometown again.

In particular, this kind of "blood" cooking can have a variety of flavors, which is much richer and more delicious than many simple hometown dishes!

indeed.

Don't even say it.

Every once in a while, change your taste and eat something else.

For Leonora Nakiri, who is in a foreign land, it is actually a great enjoyment.

"Zhang Fan."

"Are you from China?"

“It’s incredible to think that the Nordic cuisine he makes can be better and more advanced than that of a Nordic person.”

Involuntarily, Leonora glanced at Zhang Fan and said in surprise.

"Again."

“Nordic food is not difficult at all!”

Zhang Fan could only touch his nose and chuckle.

…

Tasting blood duck inside an izakaya, after all, it feels a little strange.

However, the white tablecloth, complete tableware, and the blood duck and red wine in front of me all seemed to be isolated here, and time seemed to have stopped.

wrong.

It must be flowing backwards.

Unconsciously, Leonora recalled the days when she and Alice were in the laboratory.

If you ask her now, how does this blood duck taste?

She will answer honestly:

good

…

Late at night, the lights looked a little blurry.

Through the thin clouds, the moonlight shines on the road, replacing the thousands of fireworks.

"Shopkeeper, if I haven't been here for a few days, your place seems to have changed a lot!"

at this time.

First-class executive officer Anne showed up unexpectedly.

Her voice is still very sweet and soft if you listen carefully. She seems to have only been here two or three times, and the last time she came, the izakaya did not undergo a second upgrade.

Therefore, when she came tonight, she naturally felt that the scene in front of her was very strange.

"Xike, isn't this Nakiri Shinagi's assistant?"

Zhang Fan was slightly stunned when he saw Annie wearing a white hairpin standing in front of him.

Then, he realized what he was doing and asked again: "Isn't Shinagi here?"

"Um."

"Samagi-sama, you are still busy now."

"But before I came, I was told to pack a meal for her when I go back."

Annie found a seat and sat down, then used her hands to tidy up the messy hair in front of her forehead, and said with a smile.

…

Delicious shops can use the simplest ingredients to make delicious food, such as:

The egg fried rice in the izakaya has a salty egg aroma, accompanied by the umami taste of eggs, plus the aroma of crystal soft and glutinous rice, it is pure and delicious.

after.

Have another cup of refreshing mint tea.

The whole meal was guilt-free, very refreshing and comfortable!

At this time, a diner accidentally ordered a bowl of butter rice, so Zhang Fan started making it first.

I saw him taking out the cooked rice, then placing a piece of butter on the rice, and then pouring a little bit of Japanese seafood soy sauce. Melt the butter while the rice is hot, mix well and serve.

Logically speaking.

This rare butter rice dish is something that almost no one eats.

However, in the past two days in the izakaya, people often like to eat butter rice.

What is brought to you is always a bowl of silvery white rice, with a small piece of butter lying on it, the color of egg custard, and two drops of soy sauce floating vaguely.

Fortunately, the guests not only had a bowl of butter rice, but also a bowl of signature soup with meat and various vegetables!

Finally, the guests who finished their butter rice.

Just take out some money, put it on the table, and leave.

Looking at the scene of the izakaya curiously, I found that there were not only two Totsuki graduates, Kikuchichienka and Kadozaki Taki, as assistant cooks. There are even two eldest ladies of the Nakiri family and a girl with short pink hair helping with the work!

all in all.

Today's izakaya is really much more lively than before.

Involuntarily, Annie looked away and said to Zhang Fan: "Yes, it seems that the development speed of your izakaya has greatly exceeded my expectations!"

"good."

"After these days of business."

"And with the help of Kikuchichi, Kadozaki Taki, and three interns temporarily staying at the izakaya."

"Business is indeed very good now!"

Zhang Fan took a deep look at Annie and replied calmly.

Then he bent down slightly, lowered his head and asked softly: "Executive officer, you have been here for so long, don't you want to order a few side dishes now?"

"Um!"

"Is there anything delicious?"

Annie asked.

“Sour plum fried rice.”

Zhang Fan said.

"As you wish, I'll have a bowl of fried rice."

"Okay, wait a moment."

After Zhang Fan said that, he turned around and returned to the cooking table.

…

The ingredients used are crispy plums, minced meat, corn kernels, eggs, minced onions, chopped green onions, white rice, salt, and sugar.

Then, Zhang Fan began to remove the seeds from the crispy plums and chop them into small pieces for later use.

Beat the eggs, stir-fry, and set aside.

Heat oil in a pan, sauté minced onions and minced meat until fragrant, add rice and stir-fry evenly, set aside.

After the temperature of the rice has dropped a bit, add the scrambled eggs, crispy plums and all the seasonings, mix well and serve.

In this way, a plate of sour plum fried rice is completed.

"Slow use!"

Annie, shocked.

Because she really didn't expect that a plate of sour plum fried rice would be ready so quickly.

And this plate of sour plum fried rice was fried by Zhang Fan until it was shiny.

Um!

It feels like it will shine.

Unexpectedly, just when she was thinking this, a dazzling light actually burst out from the sour plum fried rice, lighting up the entire izakaya!

"Huh? Is it really glowing again?"

Seeing this, Annie's lips curled up slightly and she gave a helpless smile.

Then she moved the tip of her nose and smelled it, then her eyes brightened, she quickly picked up a small spoon, took a small mouthful of sour plum fried rice, and ate it.

Fried rice with chopped green onions and eggs and plums. This fried rice just adds minced plums. The aroma of eggs, rice, green onions and plums are completely blended together.

The sweet and sour feeling immediately made the commander feel amazing.

"Strange, why is the flavor of plums so strong?"

Annie couldn't help but murmured to herself.

"That's because plums have a very soft texture and will be easily stir-fried if added at the beginning, which will affect the taste of the entire dish."

"So after taking the rice out, set it aside and let the temperature drop to about 50 degrees."

"Not too hot, not too cold, then pour in the chopped plums and mix well!"

"In this way, sour plum fried rice is a little different from ordinary fried rice."

Later, Zhang Fan explained.

"So that's it!" Annie suddenly realized. (End of chapter)