Li Xiaobai's wonderful encounter with mushrooms
In the prosperous Tang Dynasty, there was a young man named Li Xiaobai, who loved life and had an endless pursuit of food. Li Xiaobai not only likes to taste all kinds of food, but also loves to make it himself, turning ordinary ingredients into mouth-watering dishes.
One day, Li Xiaobai was wandering in the market of Chang'an City, and suddenly a unique aroma came to his nose. He followed the aroma and saw an old man busy in front of the stall, which was full of colorful mushrooms. These mushrooms come in a variety of forms, some resembling umbrella lids and others resembling tiny lanterns, giving off an enticing aroma.
"Old man, what are these mushrooms? How can it emit such a fragrance? Li Xiaobai asked curiously.
The old man raised his head and replied with a smile, "These are gifts from nature, called mushrooms. They grow in the mountains and fields, absorbing the essence of heaven and earth, so they are delicious and nutritious. ”
After Li Xiaobai heard this, his heart moved, and he decided to ask the old man for advice on how to cook mushrooms. The old man readily agreed and began to tell Li Xiaobai about the methods of various mushrooms.
1. Chicken soup with matsutake mushrooms
The old man first introduced the method of stewed chicken soup with matsutake mushrooms. He told Li Xiaobai that matsutake mushrooms are the king of mushrooms, and when stewed with chicken, it can fully release its unique aroma and nutrients.
"Cut the chicken into cubes, put it in a casserole with matsutake mushrooms, add water, and simmer slowly over low heat." The old man demonstrated while talking, "When the chicken is stewed until soft and the soup is rich, you can add salt to taste and enjoy it in the pot." ”
Li Xiaobai listened to it with relish, and secretly wrote down the method in his heart. He decided to go home and try it for himself.
2. Stir-fried vegetables with shiitake mushrooms
Then, the old man introduced the method of stir-fried vegetables with shiitake mushrooms. He told Li Xiaobai that the mushrooms are fatty and delicious, and they are fried with green vegetables, which is both nutritious and delicious.
"Slice the mushrooms, wash the greens and cut them into sections." The old man continued to explain, "Heat the pan with cold oil, first stir-fry the shiitake mushrooms until they are soft, then add the greens and fry until they are broken, and finally add salt and chicken essence to taste." ”
After hearing this, Li Xiaobai's heart moved, he felt that this dish was simple and delicious, and decided to try it as soon as he returned home.
3. Steamed pork patty with enoki mushrooms
The old man also introduced to Li Xiaobai the method of enoki mushroom steamed meat cake. He told Li Xiaobai that enoki mushrooms have a smooth and tender taste, and steaming them with meat filling can not only increase the taste level of the meat patty, but also make it more nutritious.
"Mix the minced meat with enoki mushrooms and stir well, add salt, light soy sauce, cooking wine and other seasonings to taste." The old man explained in detail, "Then put the meat filling on a plate, press it into a meatloaf shape, and steam it in the pot for fifteen minutes." ”
After Li Xiaobai heard this, his heart was full of expectations for this dish. He imagined the smooth texture and delicious taste, and he couldn't help but swallow.
4. Stir-fried pork slices with oyster mushrooms
Finally, the old man also introduced to Li Xiaobai the method of stir-fried pork slices with oyster mushrooms. He told Li Xiaobai that the meat of the king oyster mushroom is thick and smooth, and it can be fried with meat slices, which can not only add to the taste level of the dish, but also make the nutrition more balanced.
"Slice the oyster mushrooms and the meat slices separately." The old man continued to explain, "Heat the pan with cold oil, first stir-fry the meat slices until they change color, then add the king oyster mushrooms and stir-fry until they are soft, and finally add salt, light soy sauce, chicken essence and other seasonings to taste." ”
After Li Xiaobai heard this, his heart was also full of expectations for this dish. He imagined the delicious taste and the abundance of nutrients, and decided he would definitely try it when he got home.
5. Li Xiaobai's food journey
After listening to the old man's explanation, Li Xiaobai returned home full of joy. He can't wait to start preparing the ingredients and spices to try these delicious mushroom dishes.
In the process of cooking, Li Xiaobai felt a sense of fun and accomplishment that he had never felt before. He carefully handles the ingredients, matches the seasonings, and controls the heat and timing...... Delicious mushroom dishes gradually took shape in his hands.
When Li Xiaobai brought the dish to the table, his family and friends were attracted by the fragrant delicacy. They tasted the dishes and were full of praise. Li Xiaobai looked at their satisfied expressions and happy smiles, and his heart was full of satisfaction and happiness.
Since then, Li Xiaobai's love for mushrooms has become stronger and stronger. He began to delve into the characteristics and cooking methods of various mushrooms, constantly experimenting and innovating. His culinary skills have also been greatly improved and recognized.
6. Communicator of mushroom cuisine
As Li Xiaobai learned more and more about mushrooms, he found that his love for mushrooms was no longer limited to personal tasting and cooking. He hopes to share this love and beauty with more people.
So, Li Xiaobai began to open a shop specializing in mushrooms in the market of Chang'an City. He personally selects a variety of fresh, high-quality mushrooms and introduces them to customers about their characteristics and cooking methods. He also often holds mushroom cooking classes and tastings in the store, so that more people can understand and taste these delicious mushroom dishes.
With Li Xiaobai's unremitting efforts, his shop has gradually become a beautiful scenery in Chang'an City. More and more people are beginning to understand and love mushroom delicacies, and they are coming to buy and taste them. As a result, Li Xiaobai has become a well-respected disseminator of mushroom cuisine.