Siheyuan: Mastery started in the 50s

After returning to the courtyard, Wang Qiang couldn't wait to start the preparations. He washed the chicken wings and put them in a large bowl to marinate. Although his skills were not professional, he carefully studied several recipes for marinating chicken wings, hoping to make the chicken wings taste the best. He carefully considered the ratio of the marinade and the amount of seasoning, striving for perfection.

"What special dishes are you planning to cook today?" Jia Zhang passed by the kitchen and saw Wang Qiang busy at work, and couldn't help asking.

"Aunt Jia, I'm going to make a special dish with these chicken wings," Wang Qiang replied as he stirred the marinade. "I'm going to try a new method this time. I hope it will taste different."

Jia Zhang's eyes flashed with interest, and she took a few steps closer to carefully observe Wang Qiang's operation. "It seems that you are really attentive. The key to making delicious chicken wings lies in the marinating time and the proportion of seasoning. You have to be careful not to make it too salty or too bland, and find a good balance."

Wang Qiang was very grateful for the suggestions. He nodded and said, "Thank you for your guidance. I will pay attention to it. In fact, I also hope that through these small changes, everyone can taste more delicious food."

Jia Zhang smiled and nodded, with a hint of relief in her eyes. "I see your efforts. In fact, seeing you prepare the meal so attentively also makes everyone feel cared for."

The marinating process was a bit tedious, but Wang Qiang patiently completed each step. After the chicken wings were marinated, the flavor became richer, and he put them in the oven to bake. He was full of expectations, thinking that this dish would bring everyone a fresh experience.

As the aroma wafted from the oven, Wang Qiang became happier. He watched the chicken wings gradually turn golden in the oven, and his heart was filled with satisfaction. Although the cooking process sometimes made him feel tired, he always felt a sense of accomplishment when he saw the final product.

As dinner time approached, Wang Qiang placed the roasted chicken wings on the table, and served them beautifully. He sat at the table, waiting for everyone to arrive. Seeing the tempting color and aroma of the chicken wings, he felt a little nervous, wondering how everyone would react.

Soon, Jia Zhang and other residents came to the table one after another, and when they saw the new dish, their faces showed surprise. Wang Qiang watched quietly beside them, feeling both expectant and a little nervous.

"Wang Qiang, this chicken wing looks really good." Jia Zhang tried to pick up a piece, tasted it, and a satisfied smile appeared on her face, "This taste is really amazing, the seasoning is well matched, and the chicken wings are also very tender and smooth."

Wang Qiang felt relieved when he saw Jia Zhang's expression. He sat down and shared the dinner with everyone. During the meal, everyone praised the chicken wings, and Wang Qiang was filled with pride. He knew that this recognition was not only from the dish itself, but also a recognition of his efforts.

After dinner, everyone sat in the living room, chatting and laughing. Wang Qiang saw the smiles on everyone's faces and felt that his previous efforts had paid off. He knew that these little efforts and contributions were all for making life in the courtyard better.

Jia Zhang sat with Wang Qiang and talked about the process of making this chicken wing. Her advice and encouragement made Wang Qiang feel more determined. Through these exchanges, Wang Qiang had more ideas for future plans and a clearer direction on how to further improve the living conditions in the courtyard.

While Wang Qiang was busy in the kitchen, he felt a little uneasy. Although everyone praised his dishes, he knew that He Yuzhu didn't think much of his cooking skills. He Yuzhu was a young man in the courtyard and had his own views on food. He often had reservations about Wang Qiang's dishes, which made Wang Qiang feel a little uneasy.

On this day, Wang Qiang was preparing a stew in the kitchen, and he tried to make every detail perfect. He hoped that this dish would break He Yuzhu's prejudice and gain his approval. He knew that traditional dishes like stew required time and patience, but he also believed that as long as he did it with his heart, he would be able to satisfy everyone.

As Wang Qiang flipped through the recipe, he was thinking about how to incorporate some innovative elements into this dish. He remembered that He Yuzhu once said that the requirements for stewing meat are not only the taste, but also the color and taste. Wang Qiang decided to make the color of this stew more attractive and add some of his own unique seasoning methods, hoping to make this dish stand out.

As the aroma of the stew gradually filled the kitchen, Wang Qiang's mood gradually calmed down. He stewed the meat slowly, occasionally opening the lid of the pot to observe its changes. He imagined the scene of everyone tasting the dish, especially He Yuzhu's reaction. Although he didn't dare to expect everyone to fully accept his dish, he hoped to do his best to surprise everyone.

As dinner time approached, Wang Qiang put the stew on the table and prepared everything. He saw the residents of the courtyard entering the restaurant one after another, and he felt a little uneasy. He knew that He Yuzhu would also come, and he was not sure how he would react. Wang Qiang took a deep breath and tried to keep himself calm.

"Wang Qiang, today's stew looks very appetizing." Jia Zhang walked to the dining table and saw the dishes that Wang Qiang had carefully prepared. She smiled and said, "You must have put a lot of effort into this, right?"

"Well, I'll try my best." Wang Qiang replied with a smile, "I hope everyone will like it."

He Yuzhu walked into the restaurant, glanced at the dishes on the table, and frowned slightly. Wang Qiang noticed his reaction and felt a little uneasy, but he didn't show it. After He Yuzhu sat down, he picked up a piece of stewed meat and tasted it carefully.

Wang Qiang stood aside, his heart full of anticipation and nervousness. He looked at He Yuzhu's expression, trying to catch his true reaction to the dish. He Yuzhu chewed a few times, seeming to savor the taste of the dish carefully. He did not express his opinion immediately, but continued to eat silently.

"Wang Qiang, this stew tastes good." He Yuzhu finally spoke, with a somewhat polite tone, "Although it can be improved, but overall, it tastes very good."

Wang Qiang felt a little relieved when he heard this. He knew that He Yuzhu's recognition was not easy to get, but he also realized that this sentence meant that his efforts were not in vain. He tried his best to control his excitement and responded politely: "Thank you for your feedback, I will continue to work hard. I hope to do better in the future."