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"Uh..." Xu Yingying felt a little bewildered and embarrassed at the puzzled expressions on their faces. She realized she had overestimated these three kitchen novices, assuming they possessed a certain level of culinary knowledge, which was not the case. This misunderstanding amused her, and she also realized she needed to be more patient in teaching them.

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Three faces looked at Xu Yingying with questions, as if they were expecting her to give an answer, just like hungry children waiting for their mother to feed them. This innocent and curious look made Xu Yingying feel warm in her heart, and she was determined to guide these three lovely girls well.

"Although light soy sauce and dark soy sauce are both soy sauces, there are still some obvious differences between them! First of all, we can distinguish them by color. Light soy sauce is usually reddish brown or light red, while dark soy sauce is dark reddish brown or brownish brown and shiny. Secondly, their taste is also different. The taste of light soy sauce is relatively salty, fresh and slightly sweet, with a refreshing taste and a strong salty and fresh taste; the taste of dark soy sauce tends to be salty, with a strong sauce aroma and a slight bitterness. Finally, there are their uses! Light soy sauce is mainly suitable for cooking, mixing stuffs, dipping, etc., which can greatly enhance the delicious taste of dishes; dark soy sauce is more suitable for coloring braised, stewed, cured and other dishes, and plays a role in brightening and coloring. Last Saturday, Sister Jia Jia mistakenly used dark soy sauce as light soy sauce, causing the scrambled eggs to turn black, but the taste was slightly lighter than usual." Xu Yingying carefully explained the difference between the two.

After hearing Xu Yingying's words, the three of them were shocked. Did cooking even have so many twists and turns? Faced with this unknown territory, they were like new players in a game. If it weren't for Xu Yingying's assistance, they would probably just rush in without learning anything.

"You guys just don't know these details!" Xu Yingying looked at their surprised expressions and shook her head helplessly. "Take cutting vegetables for example. Different ingredients require different cutting methods to ensure the best taste and cooking effect. For example, if you cut potatoes into strips, you need to cut them thinner so that they are crispy when stir-fried. If you cut them into cubes, they need to be evenly sized, otherwise some will be cooked and some will still be raw when cooked."

"Also, add salt in moderation. Too little and the flavor will be bland, while too much will be too salty." Xu Yingying continued, "Also, different dishes require different amounts of salt. Use less for vegetables, and a little more for meat."

Chen Xiaofen and Ma Jiajia nodded repeatedly, secretly taking note of these key points. They felt that the dishes they cooked last week were delicious because they followed Xu Yingying's instructions completely.

"What about that black dish we made last week..." Ma Jiajia couldn't help but ask.

"It must be because I put too much dark soy sauce," Xu Yingying said with a smile, "and the heat is not controlled correctly. Too much heat will easily burn the pot, and too little will not cook it well."

Chen Xiaofen and Ma Jiajia suddenly realized that this was the case!

Yao Chenxi was still confused after hearing what Xu Yingying said. But since she had no interest in this, when she saw that the other two seemed to understand, she didn't ask about Xu Yingying's plans. She just knew that cooking wasn't an easy task.

"It's so complicated!" Although Ma Jiajia found the reason why she messed up the dish, she had always thought that cooking was simply putting ingredients in a pot, boiling or stir-frying them, and then adding the appropriate amount of salt, soy sauce and other seasonings. However, now she realized that there are so many details and techniques involved.

"So that's how it is," Chen Xiaofen whispered, a whisper only for herself. She still felt a little frustrated. She realized cooking wasn't a simple task, requiring a wealth of skills and knowledge. Despite this, she decided to study cooking more seriously and improve her culinary skills. She loved cooking and wanted to create delicious dishes to share with her family.

"If you try it a few times, you'll understand the effects of different seasonings. After all, practice is the only criterion for testing truth," Xu Yingying said earnestly. Only through constant experimentation and practice can one truly master the essence of cooking. Xu Yingying also encouraged Ma Jiajia and Chen Xiaofen not to lose heart, believing that as long as they persevere, they will surely make progress.

"Then let's meet again this weekend?" Ma Jiajia's voice was filled with anticipation and enthusiasm, but also with a hint of persistence, like an invincible cockroach that would never give up pursuing what it wants. To say she enjoys cooking wouldn't be entirely accurate. In fact, she enjoys the warm atmosphere of cooking together and sharing a meal; it brings her immense happiness.

Xu Yingying looked at Ma Jiajia with hesitation. She wasn't sure if she had time for such a gathering this weekend. After all, everyone has their own schedules and plans. So, she replied cautiously, "It's only Monday. Why not wait until Friday to confirm?" She wanted to give herself some flexibility in case something unexpected happened and she couldn't make it.

Chen Xiaofen listened to the conversation and nodded gently, expressing her understanding. She smiled and replied, "We'll see when the time comes!" For her, any day spent with friends was a good time.

Ma Jiajia's gaze shifted to Yao Chenxi, her eyes gleaming with anticipation as she awaited her response. Yao Chenxi felt Ma Jiajia's gaze, and a conflicting feeling welled up within her. She didn't want to make up another excuse to avoid the party; that would have been rude. Yet, deep down, she wasn't particularly interested in the event. She couldn't understand why Ma Jiajia, having already cooked once, wasn't tired and even wanted to do it again.

Facing Ma Jiajia's question, Yao Chenxi forced a smile and softly replied, "Yes, yes, we'll talk about it later!" She hoped to express her attitude in a tactful way that would not hurt Ma Jiajia's feelings while leaving some room for negotiation. After all, no one could predict the future; perhaps she would change her mind.

"In that case, we'll tentatively set it for the weekend. We'll determine the time on Friday based on the specific situation." Ma Jiajia got half of the matter settled with just one sentence.

Xu Yingying also realized that Ma Jiajia was a typical representative of action.