Free Web NovelChapter 1114: Chapter 453: Father-in-law Wants Fish That’s Both Fragrant and Light, How About Poached Fish?
Grandma Sun really wanted to say, none of your analyses have ever been right.
But she decided to give her husband face, since he doesn’t have any other hobbies now, just fishing, let him be. Whether he’s right or wrong in his analysis doesn’t matter, after all, they’re not relying on the fish he catches to support the family.
Xie Baomin said:
"Grandpa Sun is right, let’s continue fishing later. Today’s definitely not going to be an empty hand, maybe we can have a little haul."
Shen Guofu also said he’d go after the meal, fish a few more rods while it’s warm.
After lunch, a few fishing enthusiasts hurriedly left, Xie Yufei, Xie Yuhang, Geng Lele, and Shen Jiayue followed along, eager to try their luck.
However, Lin Xu didn’t go with them but held Dundun and took a stroll in the Ginkgo Forest.
After a heavy snowfall, there weren’t many leaves left on the ginkgo trees, but some were still there.
From a scenic perspective, it was quite beautiful, but too monotonous, and the walkway was straight, you could see the other end at a glance.
If the walkway were designed with curves, the effect should be better.
Because if you can’t see the end at once, it feels like the path is longer, there’s more scenery, and walking on the walkway would have more of an exploration feel.
Hmm, if I really get involved in this, I’ll start with the walkway.
Anyway, this thing goes through the forest without damaging the trees, dismantling and installing are quick.
But whether it works out, I’ll have to ask mom’s opinion first after taking over.
She and dad have built Longqi Mountain from nothing to this point, not only has it become a 4A-level scenic spot, there’s a chance it could reach 5A in two years. They definitely have unique insights into the park’s planning.
After a full meal, holding Dundun and strolling on the walkway, looking at the yellow leaves, basking in the sun, honestly, it was quite pleasant.
Especially watching the sunlight filtering through the branches and leaves, those light spots make the scenery in the Ginkgo Forest even more beautiful.
Back at the pond, Lin Xu originally thought everyone would end up empty-handed again, but Old Sun had caught a carp weighing more than a pound, his senior brother caught two or three crucian carp, and his father-in-law caught a catfish.
Even Geng Lele and Shen Jiayue, who were just there for fun, each caught two crucian carp about three or four ounces.
It seems fishing in the pond still yields more fish compared to wild fishing in small rivers.
In the future, this fish pond can be refurbished as the base of the Fishing Association, not only can it bring more visitors to the Ginkgo Garden, but it can also provide a sense of belonging for the association members.
When other associations are still relying on texting to compete for spots to fish, our Fishing Association on Yingchun Street already boasts its own fish pond, how proud does that sound?
Of course, although it’s a base, you can’t come here every day.
People should still go wild fishing, occasionally gather here to exchange experiences, that’s all.
In Beijing, where every inch of land is worth gold, having such a place, wouldn’t it make the fishermen jump for joy?
"Hahaha, another one!"
While thinking, Geng Lele swung his fishing rod and pulled out a two-inch-long minnow from the water.
Seeing the fish, Dundun immediately barked, then struggled to jump down, happily ran over, preparing to batter it.
Well, although it dares not bully big fish, small fish are no problem.
Shen Guofu, who was watching Geng Lele’s catch, was snapped back to attention only to realize his float had jiggled several times.
When he pulled it up, the bait was already eaten.
This is a good omen, as long as they’re willing to eat, the fish can be caught.
Fishermen fear most when the fish don’t bite, leaving bait in the water untouched for two hours is very discouraging.
After re-preparing the bait, Shen Guofu tossed the fish hook back to the previous spot, then took out a cigar tube from his clothes pocket, taking out the half-smoked cigar from the morning, he re-lit it, planning to enjoy it thoroughly.
Just as he was busy, the float in the water bobbed and then sank.
Got a bite!
He dropped the cigar and the pure gold lighter he held in his right hand, grabbed the fishing rod with both hands and pulled hard outward, Lin Xu walked over and picked up the landing net.
Before long, a grass carp weighing five to six pounds was hoisted from the water.
"Another catch, this place is really perfect for fishing."
Old Shen picked up the cigar and lighter again, lit up, and then slowly took the fish off the hook, put it in the fish basket, rebaited, and continued fishing.
Looking at his son-in-law beside him, he said proudly:
"Lin Xu, let’s go straight home for dinner, and make a delicious dish from my catch."
This time, Han Shuzhen and Su Peipei with Mi Lan’s few girlfriends turned around from another direction, hearing this, Director Han immediately said:
"Starting to think about food right after lunch, dinner can’t be too greasy, it should be light, otherwise there’s no controlling blood sugar, uric acid, blood lipids, and blood pressure."
As a gastroenterologist, she truly understands how illnesses come from eating.
Shen Guofu, helpless, took a puff of the cigar, and said to Lin Xu:
"Alright then, as your mom says, let’s make today’s catch lighter, but it shouldn’t be bland either, the aroma should still be there, just the kind that’s both fragrant and light, how about it, Lin Xu?"
I see you’re putting me in a tough spot...
Lin Xu felt light and aroma are somewhat contradictory, especially fish, to make it fragrant, wouldn’t it require lard?
He was about to say there’s no such approach when Xie Baomin, across at the small pavilion, said:
"This fragrant yet light fish, isn’t it just poached fish? Shen is really a foodie, immediately picked out the most demanding cooking method...poached fish must be freshly killed live fish, otherwise, there’s a fishy smell...how about it, junior brother, haven’t heard of this method, have you?"
Poached fish?
Lin Xu really hadn’t heard of this method.
Seeing his puzzled look, Xie Baomin said:
"In ninety-degree water, add salt, scallion knots, ginger slices, place the fish in, cook it using immersion, then drizzle with prepared sauce, any flavor will do, the taste is quite nice, you should try it when you get back."
Immersed to cook?
Isn’t that just like plain chicken?
Lin Xu’s interest was piqued, really should try it when he gets back.
If it’s delicious, it would be so convenient whenever wanting to eat fish!
Meanwhile, after finishing the birthday banquet, Chen Yan drove all the way to Changping with Ren Jie.
So many people caught fish, and all are big silver carp nearly twenty pounds, if I don’t catch one, wouldn’t it be embarrassing?
The reason she brought Ren Jie along, apart from finally getting a chance to date on the weekend, the most important thing was to show the young policeman.
See what a perfect...hidden gem small aunt Yan Baobao is!
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Sorry for the late update, brothers, this Chapter is 5200 words, asking for monthly tickets!
