Siheyuan: Incredible understanding and superb cooking skills

Wang Weiguo also noticed Li Baoguo at this time: "Master Li? You are here too?"

Yang Guotao was still trying to understand. He said puzzledly: "Captain Wang, are you sure? Zhuzi is Master Li's new apprentice. He hasn't even been by the stove for a few days."

These words caused the entire room to fall silent for a moment.

Facing Li Baoguo, Yang Guotao continued to clarify: "Although Zhuzi is my apprentice, this Mapo Tofu is a work I just learned not long ago. I hope everyone can tolerate it."

That’s right, this tofu dish is just the result of teaching this morning.

After hearing what Master Li said, Wang Weiguo and Zhang Chunming's eyes were filled with disbelief.

Genius, is this the child in front of them?

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When everyone left the private room, a strange silence filled the space and Yang Guotao's heart was filled with excitement.

Zhuzi was so talented at such a young age. Even the people from the Military Control Commission couldn't help but praise the deliciousness of his mapo tofu.

Therefore, he decisively appointed Zhuzi as the head chef, with a monthly salary of 380,000 yuan, and was also responsible for preparing two dishes every day.

The reason why he was not promoted to the title of chef in one step was, firstly, because He Yuzhu's dish variety was not yet rich enough, and secondly, the chefs of Hongbinlou must pass the cooking skills certification, which is a necessary condition for gaining public recognition.

However, He Yuzhu's talent was obvious, and it was only a matter of time before he became a chef.

It is even possible that one day Hongbinlou will have a second chef.

Observing the attitudes of Li Baoguo and He Yuzhu, Yang Guotao understood that the two still had some private topics to discuss, so he politely stated that he would formally announce this decision when he went to work tomorrow.

As Boss Yang left, Li Baoguo led He Yuzhu to the backyard. There was no one around and it was extremely quiet.

He Yuzhu, who had been silent all this time, broke his silence for the first time and asked the master: "Master, today's mapo tofu should be considered an entry-level dish, right?"

He is really serious and knows that he has not been in the industry for long. In addition to the superb cooking skills he has learned through the system, there are still many things he needs to learn and improve.

Although Li Baoguo was extremely surprised, he was a steady person and tried to control his emotions. He smiled and said, "You mean the entry level? Doesn't that mean the others can't make it?!"

Hearing this, Li Baoguo was thinking wildly in his heart: This is considered the entry level, so shouldn’t the starting point for others be several levels higher?

Then, he told me frankly, “Fortunately, from what I know about you, your attitude is serious and hard-working.

Although you mastered mapo tofu so well in just one day, the subtleties of this dish require more practice and mastery of the heat.

When it comes to getting started, your current abilities are sufficient.

But if you want to go further and get a culinary qualification, you need to study harder.”

As he spoke, Li Baoguo praised his talent without any reservation.

Zhuzi's character and ability also made Li Baoguo firmly believe that he would not get carried away by temporary success.

After listening to Li Baoguo's words, He Yuzhu bowed deeply to him and said, "Master, you are too kind. I still have a lot to learn in my skills, and I need to continue to work hard."

Li Baoguo's words gave him a preliminary understanding of his spicy tofu making skills.

However, he did not become complacent with this.

The improvement of the system has brought his cooking skills to perfection, whether it is cutting vegetables, kneading noodles or cooking, his skills are impeccable.

But he knew that chefs like his master, who had been trained since childhood, had a deep understanding of cooking and unique cooking techniques, which were even more valuable intangible assets. They could not be mastered through quick learning alone, but needed to be deepened through continuous experience and practice.

Seeing Zhuzi's response, Li Baoguo felt more and more satisfied. He already regarded him as his true successor.

Maybe Zhuzi's talent can make up for everything he missed in the past and become his own.

"By the way, Boss Yang just mentioned the job of head chef to you. Although your cooking skills are fine, in order to eliminate gossip, I still suggest that you go get a chef's license in a few days."

Nowadays, the relevant regulations in the culinary industry have been perfected. For example, the chef license is divided into three levels: elementary, intermediate and advanced. It is necessary to be promoted step by step.

After obtaining the intermediate certificate, it will take two years before you can challenge the advanced level; and the higher level is the special chef qualification.

There are only a handful of chefs in China who can reach the special first level, and there are only five vacancies in the entire city of Beijing.

Li Baoguo, who was once at the top, can now only be seen as special and slightly out of date.

Although Li Baoguo and Boss Yang are well aware of He Yuzhu's cooking skills, they understand that they need public recognition.

Fortunately, thanks to Li Baoguo's recommendation, He Yuzhu did not need to start from the elementary level and could directly prepare for the intermediate level exam.

Faced with such a proposal, He Yuzhu took it seriously: "Master, please rest assured, I will pass the intermediate certificate as soon as possible."

Since he already has solid skills and has a master to guide him, it is not difficult for him to obtain the intermediate certificate.

At the same time, Li Baoguo suddenly proposed: "If you are free the day after tomorrow night, bring some rain water to visit my home. Since I have accepted you as my apprentice, I will also let your master's wife meet you."

Hearing this, He Yuzhu quickly agreed: "Disciple will definitely keep the appointment on time."

Li Baoguo not only accepted him as his apprentice and helped him find a job, but also patiently taught him how to cook. Logically, he should also go to his house in person to express his gratitude.

However, in view of the current limited conditions - because he is a new employee, the hotel only pays salaries at the beginning of the month, and the first payment cannot be received until next month. At this moment, He Yuzhu can only keep this matter in mind. He plans to visit the master with some wine to express his gratitude after receiving his salary at the beginning of the month.

"Okay, don't be so restrained. Tell me what Yu Di likes to eat and ask your master's wife to help cook. You have to know that your master's wife is a good cook.

"

"Raindrop girl can eat anything, so we can just prepare something casually.

Besides, how can I let the master's wife cook in person? Master, I will cook in person when the time comes, and I will invite you and your wife to taste my cooking experience.

"

Upon hearing this, Li Baoguo smiled and agreed.

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After a busy period in the kitchen, Hongbinlou finally stopped serving customers.

After the last group of guests left, He Yuzhu tidied up briefly, said hello to his fellow apprentices in the kitchen, and then walked towards the courtyard gate carrying two lunch boxes.

Eight o'clock at night.

He Yuzhu came to the gate of the courtyard.

It was midwinter now, and although it was still dark, it was not setting so quickly.

When He Yuzhu passed by with the lunch box, he saw many people sitting on wooden chairs in the yard and chatting happily.

Everyone noticed his figure and looked over at him.

The two lunch boxes in his hands were particularly eye-catching.

"Hey, Zhuzi is back now?"

"I heard that he has been working as an apprentice in Hongbinlou these days. It seems that he has found a job."

"It's good to be a chef. You never have to worry about food. Look at that lunch box, it's so full."

"I never thought that even though He Daqing had run away, He Zhu could still get by with his sister."

Although they greeted him, everyone was whispering in private.

He Yuzhu didn't take these to heart. He replied with a greeting and walked straight to the central courtyard.

After entering the central courtyard, He Yuzhu saw Yi Zhonghai and Jia Dongxu concentrating on studying some mechanical parts in the yard.

"Grandpa Yi attaches great importance to Dongxu.

"

He Yuzhu took a glance and then looked away. Just as he was about to go back to the house, Yi Zhonghai also noticed the returning child.

"Zhu Zi, did you just get off work at Hongbin Building?"

Yi Zhonghai said casually, and glanced silently at the lunch box in He Yuzhu's hand, and couldn't help but be slightly surprised.

A few days ago, Zhuzi said that he was going to Hongbinlou to be an apprentice, so why did he come back with only food today?

According to Yi Zhonghai, some chefs can indeed take some dishes back home, but this is not a right of new apprentices.

"Did Hongbinlou send you this meal?"

After listening to Yi Zhonghai's question, He Yuzhu paused for a moment and replied, "Yes, Grandpa Yi, I'm already working at Hongbinlou now, and I can start cooking just now. This is all because of Master's care, and he specially asked me to bring it back."

This sentence shocked Yi Zhonghai!

He Zhu has not been in Hongbinlou for long, but he has already acquired the ability to climb the stove?

It seems that he has a great talent for cooking.

Suddenly, Yi Zhonghai's thoughts began to turn.

It is natural for the master to take care of him. I am just taking Jia Dongxu home to strengthen his training.

The steel plant's skill assessment is imminent, and He Yuzhu has been giving Jia Dongxu special training these days.

After passing the assessment, Jia Dongxu will officially become a member of the steel plant.

In this era, when workers are regarded as a noble profession, people regard factory workers as precious as gold ingots.

By then, Jia Dongxu will be able to get more than 200,000 yuan in salary income alone.

Li Zhu's talent in cooking was an unexpected surprise for Yi Zhonghai.

Initially, Yi Zhonghai hoped to let him work in Hongbinlou, but now it seems that he underestimated Li Zhu.

He Yuzhu said to Jia Dongxu: "Zhuzi, I didn't expect you to be able to cook in Hongbinlou yourself. Congratulations!"

Jia Dongxu next to him also politely expressed his congratulations, but he was not very envious.

After all, he himself is a student of Yi Zhonghai and will soon become a regular worker, which is both prestigious and beneficial. Why should he envy the chef's job? At the same time, he is also optimistic about his career prospects.

As a senior worker in the iron factory, Yi Zhonghai's prestige was so high that even the factory director Lou Bancheng respectfully called him "Yi Gong".

"Thank you, Brother Dongxu. I won't bother the old master to teach you benchwork skills."

After saying that, He Yuzhu closed the door and went into the house.

As they hadn't eaten yet and Yu Shui was still waiting for her brother to come home, He Yuzhu didn't stop and quickly opened the door to welcome his sister.

Hearing his voice, the rain rushed over excitedly.

Their meals always smell delicious.

After entering the house, He Yuzhu patted Yu Shui's shoulder, then put the lunch box in his hand on the table. The tempting food immediately attracted Yu Shui's attention, like a little greedy cat.

She asked expectantly, "Brother, it smells so good. We can eat meat again today!"

This girl has a very sensitive nose.

After closing the door, He Yuzhu opened the lunch box and saw twice-cooked pork and shredded pork with fish flavor.

People of this era are practical and don’t care whether it is healthy or not. As long as they eat it, they will not refuse it even if it is meat.

He Yuzhu and rainwater just need nutrients, so they are naturally not overly picky.

The few white flour buns left over from the morning were also taken out.

The two brothers and sisters each got one and ate the steaming dishes with relish.

Hearing his sister's question, He Yuzhu said, "We can eat meat every day on the premise that you also study hard."

He knows the importance of education and the importance of establishing good habits from an early age.

In response, Yu Shui nodded repeatedly without hesitation.

Compared with the boring books, the food attracted her more.

After dinner, He Yuzhu brought a bottle of hot water for Yu Shui to wash up and rest first.

By the time he finished washing up, it was almost ten o'clock.