Cooking System: Street Food Rules
Chapter 89 Get a Pair of Glasses if Possible!

Chapter 89: Chapter 89 Get a Pair of Glasses if Possible!

Jiang Feng’s business was still good.

Passersby, seeing people gathered around the food truck, couldn’t help but come over, all wanting to taste the snacks.

Jiang Feng, too, was happily busy.

The squid sold out quickly.

Many people originally came for Stinky Tofu and Grilled Cold Noodles.

But once the aroma of the squid emerged, they couldn’t resist.

Especially after the sauce was brushed on, and the squid, coated in its juices, sizzled on the hotplate, the aroma became even richer and incredibly fragrant.

Each time a passerby tasted it, an expression that clearly conveyed ’This is delicious!’ would appear on their face, and their eyes would light up.

Jiang Feng occasionally noticed the expressions on the faces of passersby.

He kept a calm demeanor on the surface, but inside he was secretly thrilled.

This is just the beginning.

By setting up his stall in various locations and serving a diverse clientele, Jiang Feng gained deeper insights into gourmet food.

He planned to set up his stall for a while longer, then open his own small shop.

Hopefully, there would be a mission to open a shop by then.

That way, customers wouldn’t have to search all over for him, which would be perfect.

A beautiful girl tasted the squid, taking a gentle bite.

The squid’s outer skin was grilled until slightly charred and crisp, yet the inside remained wonderfully tender and elastic.

The squid was bursting with savory sauce. With traces of chili powder and sauce clinging to her lips, she found it so satisfying that she instinctively licked them twice, not wanting to waste a single drop of the deliciousness.

"Mmm, delicious!"

The beautiful girl exclaimed, her eyes incredulously turning towards Jiang Feng.

She looked at Jiang Feng almost instinctively.

She was simply marveling at how skilled the boss was to create such delicious grilled squid.

The sublime texture and taste were simply out of this world!

Jiang Feng noticed the beautiful girl’s gaze.

He remained expressionless, his eyes as calm as an ancient well.

The corners of his mouth, hidden behind the mask, curled up slightly.

The beauty quickly finished off the squid, then said to Jiang Feng,

"Boss, have I seen you before? Where did you used to set up your stall?"

"Was it in Snack Street? I go there often."

Hearing her words, Jiang Feng, without turning his head, replied calmly,

"I’ve never been to Snack Street. I’ve always set up my stall outside, changing locations from time to time."

Hearing this, the girl nodded, still feeling a sense of familiarity.

"I must have remembered it wrong. If there was such a delicious grilled squid stand, I definitely would have remembered it and then brought my girlfriends over."

"Just like the bun stall I specifically went to in the mountains, I remember it very clearly."

Hearing her words, Jiang Feng didn’t know what to say for a moment and just continued to grill the squid.

The girl stared at Jiang Feng for a few more seconds.

"You look a bit like the bun stall owner, but the food truck is different."

"Hmm, that’s quite a coincidence."

The girl ordered two more skewers of squid and then waited on the side.

A few other customers also gathered around.

The more she watched, the more Jiang Feng looked familiar to her.

He seemed to be the same boss who sold buns.

That boss was pretty handsome.

The girl had seen videos of Jiang Feng’s stall online before. People said he changed locations periodically.

Maybe this time he had come to the hospital.

Soon, Jiang Feng finished grilling a large batch of squid and handed her two skewers. "Here’s your squid."

"Alright, thank you."

The girl took another look, said nothing more, and left directly.

Watching the girl’s retreating figure, Jiang Feng sighed.

She should really get glasses if she can.

On the second day of setting up the stall at the hospital, the business was still very good.

Mission successfully completed, additional rewards obtained:

[300 Servings of Fresh Squid Ingredients]

[Crispy Potatoes Recipe]

Another snack recipe was added.

The Crispy Potatoes recipe was also simple: cut potatoes into small pieces with a crinkle-cutter, boil them until tender, then coat them in a prepared flour batter and fry once to create a semi-finished product.

These semi-finished potatoes were stored in the fridge, ready to be used at any time the next day.

Crispy Potatoes needed to be fried twice.

Then, the prepared seasonings would be added to a wok or pan, hot oil poured over them to release their aroma, and finally, the golden, first-fried potato pieces tossed in a few times until they became even crispier and perfectly coated.

Of course, many details mattered, such as the different oil temperatures for the two frying stages and the precise ratio of seasonings, but these were not difficult for Jiang Feng.

The resulting fried potato pieces resembled little golden, crispy nuggets. Combined with the secret seasoning, the taste was exceptionally satisfying.

Jiang Feng’s stall outside the hospital sparked many discussions.

Nurses and doctors talked about it during their breaks.

"There’s a new stall outside our hospital recently, the food is really tasty! There’s always a big queue!"

"I know about him, many patients from the inpatient department go out to buy his food!"

"Finally, a tasty stall has arrived! Before, there were only pancakes and roasted sweet potatoes, which got boring after just a couple of times!"

"The stall owner is particularly skilled."

"Selling Stinky Tofu outside a hospital? That sounds like something only that popular stall owner could pull off."

"Which stall owner?"

"The one selling buns in the mountains, his craftsmanship is so good. Whatever he sells attracts a huge queue. He just appears and disappears, seems to refresh randomly."

"So this week he’s refreshed at our hospital?"

"Who knows, it might really be him."

「At the same time.」

Many regular customers were also searching for Jiang Feng’s whereabouts.

After eating his food, they just couldn’t stop thinking about it.

Outdoor live streamer Liu Bao’s chat room was filled every day with people asking.

Liu Bao was helpless.

"I’m searching too, but I can’t find him. If anyone has any news, please let me know."

"I’ll be exploring for everyone."

Netizens always had a way.

Someone really did mention it.

"Over by the inpatient department of Hospital 322, there’s a new street food stall that’s really booming."

"But the food truck is new, so I’m not sure if it’s Boss Jiang."

"You could go check it out."

This comment got mixed in with several others posting addresses.

Liu Bao took note of each one.

"Alright, I’ll go check these places out tomorrow."

"I’m certain I’ll find him!"

Jiang Feng’s life was quite relaxed.

He played with his dog, gamed a bit, and if he didn’t feel like cooking in the evening, he’d just order a KFC Deluxe Family Bucket.

He ate the meat; Little Black ate the meat and bones.

The little guy’s tail was wagging so fast, it was a blur.

The next morning, Jiang Feng started by cutting the potatoes and doing the first fry, preparing a large basin full of them for later use.

He would just need to fry them a second time and add the seasoning when it was time to cook.

Today’s specials: Stinky Tofu, Iron Plate Squid, Crispy Potatoes.

Adding a new dish to the menu brought a little more enjoyment to Jiang Feng’s work.

Otherwise, doing the same thing every day would indeed be somewhat tedious.

He set up his stall around 11:40 a.m.

This time was perfect, coinciding with the lunch break, so many people came to buy snacks from Jiang Feng to go with their meals.

Business at the food truck was incredibly good.

When a young male doctor from the hospital came to buy something, he specifically opened a short-video app and searched for old videos of Jiang Feng’s stall.

After clearly recognizing Jiang Feng in the video, he looked up at the Jiang Feng in the food truck.

He had a good eye and immediately saw that it was the same person.

"It really is you, Boss Jiang!"

"You’re the guy who sold buns in the mountains!"

The doctor exclaimed while he was in line.

Hearing someone recognize him, Jiang Feng looked up but said nothing, focusing solely on making the snacks.

Soon, the doctor reached the front of the line. He looked at the menu board and said, "I’ll have an order of Crispy Potatoes and a bowl of Stinky Tofu."

"Boss Jiang, why did you set up your stall here this week? Business for small stalls isn’t usually great around here."

While frying potato cubes, Jiang Feng replied, "I saw this spot was free, so I just came."

The doctor was momentarily speechless. A very reasonable explanation, he thought.

In a short while, Jiang Feng finished preparing the Crispy Potatoes and Stinky Tofu. The doctor took them and started eating immediately.

He first tasted the Stinky Tofu.

One word: incredible.

The tofu was marinated to perfection; the flavors of garlic and chili sauce exploded in his mouth.

Finally, he gulped down the broth, fragrant with chopped scallions and cilantro.

The sensation was beyond words.

He then picked up the bowl of Crispy Potatoes.

The potatoes were fried to a perfect golden brown, generously seasoned, and garnished with chopped green scallions and flecks of red chili.

It looked very appetizing.

The doctor speared a piece of potato and popped it into his mouth.

The potatoes were perfectly crisp on the outside and fluffy on the inside, their flavor enhanced by a complex blend of seasonings.

For someone who loved potatoes, this dish was simply the ultimate treat.

"So fragrant and delicious!"

The doctor kept praising it.

It really is him!

No wonder his stall drew such long lines even out in the mountains.

This cooking skill is the real deal!

The texture of the potatoes was fantastic. They were delightfully crunchy at first bite, offering a slight resistance.

Beyond the crisp exterior, the inside was soft and fluffy. Because Jiang Feng had masterfully controlled the oil temperature and frying time, the potatoes weren’t at all mealy or "doughy."

The doctor couldn’t stop eating and quickly devoured the entire bowl of potatoes.

Even after finishing, he still craved more.

A large crowd had gathered around the stall.

They weren’t formally queuing but had formed a lively circle, creating a bustling atmosphere.

Jiang Feng had an excellent memory, serving the snacks to customers in the correct order.

Meanwhile, Liu Bao had already scouted two locations, including the snack street and a shopping mall, but had found no trace of Jiang Feng.

Now he was at the third place, outside Hospital 322.

As he drove closer, he spotted a bustling food stall in the distance.

Initially, when Liu Bao saw the brand-new food truck and confirmed it wasn’t Jiang Feng’s usual one, a flicker of disappointment crossed his face.

But then, his eyes landed on the person in the food truck, and they lit up with intense excitement.

"It’s him, it’s him, that’s him!"

"Finally found him!"

"Executive Chef Jiang, how hard I’ve searched for you!"

Liu Bao was ecstatic. It was as if the clouds had parted to reveal a clear sky—he had finally found him! He had missed Jiang Feng’s delicious food terribly during this time, constantly yearning for it.

Next, Liu Bao needed to find a parking spot. Parking near the hospital was difficult, so he’d have to drive a bit further and walk back.

His cousin in the passenger seat spoke up, "Bro, park the car first."

Liu Bao parked the car. "What’s up?"

"Nothing, I’m just going to eat something first and get you something too. You can come over after parking."

The cousin quickly opened the passenger door and dashed straight towards Jiang Feng’s stall, leaving Liu Bao flustered in the driver’s seat.

Liu Bao stared after him, momentarily stunned.

Aren’t you my assistant?

How did I end up being your chauffeur?

All you think about is eating! Who can possibly eat more than you?

He drove off in a hurry searching for a parking spot.