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In the kitchen, two boxes of tofu attracted everyone's attention and discussion.

"Oh my god, this is the legendary tofu."

"It looks white and tender, I wonder how it tastes?"

The chef rubbed his large palms together and said, "I don't even dare to touch it, I'm afraid it will break."

Zhu Qingqing: "I'm not afraid."

As he said that, he used a knife to cut the tofu into palm-sized cubes, took a piece and handed it to the chef, "Take it and try it."

The chef quickly held it in both hands, fearing that it would be accidentally dropped.

"Master Zhu, can I have a taste?"

"can."

He took another piece, put it on the plate, and used a knife to cut it left and right to quickly cut it into many small pieces.

"Come and try it, everyone."

So everyone rushed forward, picked up a piece of tofu and stuffed it into their mouths.

Zhu Qingqing: "This is the original flavor of tofu, without any seasoning. You can try it and you will know. Next, I will make a few dishes for you using tofu as the raw material. Please watch carefully and remember as many as you can. It doesn't matter if you can't remember. The Second Madam has the recipe. You can learn it slowly in the future."

The chef drove everyone else out, leaving only himself. "Thank you, Master Zhu, but according to the rules of the mansion, other people are not allowed to learn cooking, so let me help you. Just tell me if you need anything."

Zhu Qingqing also knew some of the rules of the big family, and she didn't say anything. It was a good thing this way, as it made Tofu seem more mysterious.

So Zhu Qingqing asked the chef to prepare the ingredients she needed.

The chef will then arrange for the others.

The whole kitchen became busy all of a sudden.

In a trance, Zhu Qingqing seemed to be back in her restaurant, she was the chef and everyone else was preparing for her.

Zhu Qingqing stood in front of the stove, skillfully demonstrating various wonderful ways to make tofu. Her technique was so skillful and her movements so smooth that it seemed as if the tofu in her hands were a precious work of art.

Today, she did not bring the various seasonings she usually had at home. She only relied on the ready-made ingredients in the big kitchen and successfully cooked a table full of delicious dishes with tofu as the main ingredient, which really amazed and opened the eyes of everyone in the kitchen.

The first thing that caught my eye was the simple yet exquisite scallion tofu shreds. This is a dish that requires a lot of knife skills. The fresh tofu is cut into even thin strips.

The chef was so shocked by Zhu Qingqing's superb knife skills that he stared at the knife without blinking.

Zhu Qingqing thought: What does this have to do with anything?

I haven't carved anything with tofu yet.

After being boiled, it contrasts with the emerald green onions, and is drizzled with a little sauce and sesame oil, and the light and refreshing taste spreads instantly.

Next up are the golden, alluring fried tofu balls. A carefully prepared filling is wrapped around soft tofu, then deep-fried until crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. A bite reveals a perfect blend of crispy exterior and delicate filling, leaving you with a truly memorable experience.

Then there's the unique bear paw tofu. The tofu is sliced ​​thickly and pan-fried until lightly golden brown. Seasoning is then added and cooked until the flavors are absorbed, and a sprinkle of garlic sprouts is added. When it's finally served, the tofu takes on a brownish-red hue, resembling a bear paw and boasting a delicious, fresh flavor.

Let's take a look at this pork, cabbage, and tofu stew. The lean and fatty pork is stewed with the sweet cabbage, and when the broth thickens, diced tofu is added. Over time, the flavors of the three blend together, creating a warm and satisfying home-cooked dish.

The tofu box is another must-try delicacy. The tofu is hollowed out, filled with a delicious meat filling, coated in batter, and deep-fried. The outside is crispy, while the inside is filled with the aroma of meat and beans.

Of course, in addition to the above dishes, there's also a uniquely flavorful crucian carp and tofu soup. Fresh crucian carp, neatly prepared, is pan-fried in a hot pan until both sides are golden brown. Then, plenty of water is added, brought to a boil over high heat, then reduced to a simmer. Soon, the once clear broth transforms into a rich, milky white. At this point, cubed tofu is gently added to the pot. Continue simmering for a while, allowing the tofu to absorb the broth's delicious essence, becoming incredibly tender and almost melt-in-your-mouth. Take a sip of this steaming crucian carp soup, and the rich, umami flavor will flow gently down your throat, warming your stomach and leaving you feeling incredibly comfortable.

As for the most classic Mapo Tofu, Zhu Qingqing has not shown it yet because there is no fermented black bean paste here. She plans to bring it out later. There is also crab roe tofu pudding, which will also be shown later.

Just these few dishes are enough to subvert everyone's cognition and imagination.

Zhu Qingqing has enough confidence in her craftsmanship.

The chef couldn't help but sigh sincerely: "Oh my! Look at what Master Zhu has cooked. It's much better than what I have done after working hard for ten years!"

Zhu Qingqing, standing nearby, smiled faintly and spoke earnestly, "Actually, as long as you can integrate what you've learned and possess the courage and spirit to innovate, you'll definitely be able to cook a variety of unique delicacies in the future. You know, many seemingly ordinary ingredients hold infinite potential and can be transformed into completely different and wonderful flavors through clever combinations and unique cooking techniques. Don't believe it? You can try it yourself. Just like this ordinary radish in front of you, if it falls into the hands of our chefs, it will be no longer ordinary."

As soon as she finished speaking, Zhu Qingqing casually picked up a radish and expertly cut it in half. Then, with a delicate knife in hand, she deftly twisted it left and right. In the blink of an eye, a lifelike, exquisitely delicate radish flower appeared on the plate, radiating a captivating brilliance like a fine work of art.

Witnessing this scene, the chef was stunned with astonishment. It took him a long time to come back to his senses. He shouted excitedly: "Oh my God! Master Zhu, you are really amazing! Please be merciful and accept me as your apprentice, so that I can have the opportunity to learn such superb cooking skills from you!" After that, he pretended to kneel on his knees and kowtow to Zhu Qingqing to become his apprentice.