Wuhan duck neck that transcends time

Chapter 177: Alien Cooking Competition

Cuihua decides to bring the AI-powered Lu Chef to participate in the alien cooking competition on planet Gliese 581d, showcasing the charm of Earth cuisine while competing against other interstellar chefs.

In an interstellar market on the planet Gliese 581d, Cuihua and Ai Lu Chef were gradually drawn in by the exotic cuisine. They came to a stall called "Wuhan Duck Neck Across Time," gazing curiously at the stall owner.

The stall owner was a Chinese man dressed in magnificent interstellar clothing; his name was Chen Ming. Chen Ming's eyes revealed a profound wisdom that aroused curiosity.

Cuihua stepped forward, smiling, and asked, "Mr. Chen, I've heard that your duck necks can travel through time. Is that true?"

Chen Ming smiled slightly, raised the duck neck in his hand, and slowly said, "This isn't a rumor, it's true. The method of making this duck neck draws on the theory of spacetime distortion, combining ingredients with time and space to create an unprecedented delicacy."

The chef, Ai, frowned slightly; he had a particular interest in this mysterious technology. He asked, "Mr. Chen, could you please tell me how these duck necks are made?"

Chen Ming explained with a smile, "First, we selected high-quality duck meat from Earth. After a series of complex processes, we placed it in a time-space distortion device. This device can distort time and space, allowing the duck meat to undergo a maturation process that would take several years in an instant."

Cuihua listened with great interest, and couldn't help but ask, "So, how will the duck meat be different after being cooked like this?"

Chen Ming smiled and continued, "The duck meat, matured through a time-space distortion process, is more tender and juicy, with a more delicate texture. It also possesses a unique aroma, as if it comes from a distant universe."

Chef Ai was itching to try it and couldn't wait to ask, "So, how does this duck neck taste?"

Chen Ming smiled and handed him a duck neck, saying, "Please try it and experience its unique flavor for yourself."

Chef Ai took the duck neck and chewed it carefully. In an instant, a rich aroma of duck filled the air, immersing him in a unique culinary experience.

He tasted the deliciousness of the duck meat and experienced the wonder of the distortion of spacetime. He felt as if he were in interstellar space, experiencing the vastness and infinite possibilities of the universe.

Cuihua also took a bite, her eyes filled with amazement. The taste of this duck neck exceeded her expectations, as if it were a feast that transcended time.

They exchanged a smile, both understanding that this duck neck dish was not just a delicacy, but an art form, a groundbreaking creation that perfectly combined science and deliciousness.

They continued to sample the various delicacies in the interstellar market, each dish bringing them a different surprise. In this futuristic interstellar market, they experienced the wonderful fusion of technology and cuisine, and also appreciated the infinite flavors of the universe.

Chen Ming, as the creator of all this, revealed in his eyes a desire to explore the unknown world.

With the continuous development of space technology, humanity's pace of exploring the universe is accelerating. In today's world, with increasingly frequent trade and exchanges between Earth and other planets, the Extraterrestrial Culinary Competition has become the grandest culinary event in the universe. This time, Cuihua has successfully qualified to participate in the Extraterrestrial Culinary Competition on planet Gliese 581d, hoping to showcase the victory of Earth's cuisine to the entire universe.

With the addition of the AI-powered chef, Cuihua was even more confident than before. They selected dozens of dishes from Earth's culinary scene to create exquisite delicacies, significantly enhancing their chances of competing. After months of preparation, they finally embarked on their journey to Gliese 581d.

The competition was held in the planet's food culture zone, attracting major brands, interstellar hotels, and renowned chefs from across the universe, making it a truly diverse and exciting event. Previously, interstellar cooking competitions mostly targeted races from different star systems as participants and judges, but this competition was the first to open the event to Cuihua and her partner from Earth, who have a preference for Chinese cuisine.

Before the competition began, Cuihua and AI Lu Chef arrived at the competition organizing committee, installed the equipment, and obtained the competition rules. Due to the large number and variety of products in the competition, they had to create several unique, delicious, and original dishes within the competition time. Each dish had a two-hour preparation time limit, and the entire competition lasted three days.

On the first day of the competition, Cuihua and AI Chef Lu collaborated, using Earth's specialties to prepare a variety of dishes, including garlic oysters, roast duck prepared in three ways, and double-flavored shrimp balls. While these dishes were common on Earth, they were making their debut in the alien culinary world. During the judging process, the interstellar chefs showered Cuihua and AI Chef Lu's dishes with praise in various languages, giving them high marks.

On the second day of the competition, Cuihua and Ai Lu Chef continued to impress, creating a variety of delicious dishes such as pan-fried dumplings, sweet and sour pork ribs and wings, and braised chicken wings. These dishes were so exquisitely prepared and beautifully crafted that many judges were driven crazy by their taste, occasionally letting out morbid laughter or small sighs.

On the final day of the competition, Cuihua and Ai Lu Chef attracted much attention and envy from the contestants. Their dishes included: lamb rolls in tomato sauce, Fujian fish ball hot pot, Yunnan cured pork fried rice, Cantonese fried chicken feet, and Hainanese "Happy Heaven" (a popular local dish). These dishes were not only exquisite and delicious examples of Chinese cuisine but also highly representative, undoubtedly impressing the judges and contestants alike.

After the competition, the organizing committee announced the scores. Cuihua and Ai Lu Chef unsurprisingly won the championship, gaining a large following for their outstanding performance. It's worth noting that this was the first time Earth had won an alien cooking competition, earning them the title of "shining pearls of Earth's culinary world."

After the competition, Cuihua and Ai Lu Chef chose to return home with their prize money and fans, their backpacks also filled with advanced equipment such as holographic projections and audio CDs. They could proudly say that even when the universe was a mystery to culinary delights, they could still be at the forefront, showcasing the power of human wisdom and perseverance.

Cuihua's alien duck neck will continue to be Earth's culinary messenger in the universe.

Cuihua and Ai Lu, the master chef, arrived on the planet Gliese 581d aboard their interstellar spaceship. This planet is filled with strange creatures and unknown civilizations. The Alien Culinary Competition is the largest culinary event on Gliese 581d, attracting top chefs from all over the world.

Cuihua and Ai Lu, the master chefs, arrived at the competition venue, where the various exotic ingredients and cooking tools broadened their horizons. Cuihua discovered that these ingredients and tools were vastly different from the Earth's culinary culture she was familiar with, making her feel both nervous and curious.

Before the competition began, Cuihua and Ai Lu Chef exchanged ideas with the other participating chefs. They discovered that these chefs came from different planets, each with their own unique cooking techniques and culinary cultures. Cuihua realized that to stand out in this competition, she needed to fully showcase the charm of Earth's cuisine.

The competition officially began, and Cuihua and Ai Lu Chef chose a special ingredient from the planet Gliese 581d—the Rainbow Fruit. This fruit displays different colors and flavors depending on the environment. They decided to use the Rainbow Fruit to create a Wuhan-style duck neck dish with Earth characteristics.

First, Cuihua peeled and chopped the iridescent fruit, then marinated it with Ai Lu Chef's special seasoning. Next, she simmered a pot of rich braising liquid using spices and seasonings she brought from Earth, and added the marinated iridescent fruit to the liquid, slowly cooking it. As time passed, the iridescent fruit gradually changed color and flavor, emitting a unique aroma.

After simmering, Cuihua removed the iridescent fruit, sprinkled it with cilantro and chopped green onions, and a colorful and fragrant Wuhan-style duck neck was ready. Cuihua and Ai Lu Chef presented the Wuhan-style duck neck to the judges, awaiting their evaluation.

The judges tasted the Wuhan duck neck and were full of praise for its unique texture and rich flavor. In the end, Cuihua and Ai Lu Chef won the Alien Cuisine Competition with their outstanding performance of Wuhan duck neck.

After the competition, Cuihua and Ai Lu Chef received a warm welcome from the people of Gliese 581d, who expressed that Earth's cuisine had given them a unique and captivating experience. Cuihua and Ai Lu Chef were deeply gratified and hoped that this competition would help more people understand and appreciate Earth's food.

Carrying the honor of winning the Alien Cooking Competition, Cuihua and Ai Lu Chef returned to Earth, ready to continue exploring the world of food and bringing more surprises and delicious flavors to people.

Upon returning to Earth, Cuihua and Ai Lu Chef received a warm welcome. They decided to share their secret recipe for Wuhan duck neck with more chefs, allowing more people to taste this delicacy. In no time, Wuhan duck neck became a popular food on Earth, attracting countless diners.

At the same time, Cuihua and Ai Lu Chef also began to dedicate themselves to researching and developing new delicacies. They hoped to promote Earth's food culture to the universe and let more interstellar residents taste the charm of Earth's cuisine.

Thanks to their efforts, more and more Earth's delicacies have spread to every corner of the universe, becoming beautiful sights in the interstellar world. The story of Cuihua and Ai Lu Chef has also become a legend circulating throughout the universe, inspiring more people to devote themselves to the culinary industry and bring more delicious food and happiness to people.

Cuihua stood resolutely on the stage of the Interstellar Culinary Competition, dressed in an emerald-green chef's uniform and holding the AI-powered Lu Chef, showcasing the allure of Earth's cuisine. Her opponents were top chefs from various planets, each possessing unique ingredients and cooking techniques from their own world.

Cuihua glanced around and saw that the other contestants all looked confident and certain of victory, as if they had already figured out Cuihua and her Earth cuisine. But Cuihua did not back down. She smiled slightly at the camera, displaying a confident and composed smile.

The competition began, and Cuihua activated the AI-powered braised chef, working together to cook Wuhan-style duck neck, a specialty of Earth. The carefully selected duck meat released an alluring aroma under her knife, attracting the onlookers. At the same time, she transformed the ingredients before her into an alien delicacy.

"Time waits for no one. Earth's core ingredients, alien cuisine—I will conquer this planet with Earth's delicacies!" Cuihua silently vowed. Finally, when the AI-powered chef demonstrated its culinary skills, Earth's Wuhan duck necks were transformed into alien-flavored delicacies, making mouths water.

As the competition progressed, Cuihua continuously experimented with fusing Earth's cuisine with alien ingredients. She abandoned some traditional methods and tried to showcase the charm of Earth's food using different techniques.

The audience was astonished to discover that Cuihua's Wuhan duck neck not only retained the original flavor of Earth but also incorporated novel alien elements, making it a perfect combination of deliciousness and innovation.

At the end of the competition, the judges commented on each of the entries. Cuihua's Wuhan-style duck neck became the focus, and the judges were amazed, praising her creativity and courage.

After fierce competition, Cuihua emerged victorious in the Alien Cuisine Competition! She and her AI-powered chef, Lu Chu Shen, became ambassadors for Earth's cuisine, spreading its charm throughout the universe. This victory further solidified her belief that Earth's food can never be replaced, for its unparalleled allure and unique flavors are enough to conquer diners on any planet.