Read Novel Full Vol 23 Chapter 15
Vol 23 Chapter 15
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Chapter 15 – Camping Magazine… Amazing!
Upon arriving in the Southern City, I decided to visit the southeastern island while Camille-san was working. There, I planned to win over the women taken by the Saporabi by preparing a hearty camp meal inspired by a magazine article in hopes of regaining their attention. The cooking went well, but I wondered if they would like it. I was starting to feel a little nervous.
I picked up Ines, Felicia, and Marina-san, who had just stepped out of the bath raft in a traditional Japanese-style boat.
Since it was a party after the bath this time, I invited all the women to join.
Five beautiful women in their bathrobes. They were amazing to look at, but it would have been even better if Alessia-san and the others who stayed in Lucca and Camille-san, who stayed in the Southern City, were here, too. It’s a shame they couldn’t make it.
We arrived at the tent raft I had rented.
“Wow! It looks delicious!”
When we arrived at the tent raft, the first thing that caught my eye was the Swedish torches and scattered candles. However, Carla-san’s gaze was fixed on the meat.
Well, I guess that’s understandable.
While we were cooking, especially after we started cooking the meat, we attracted the attention of the nearby resting adventurers.
Guido-san also came to visit the tent raft and looked at us with envy. I promised to give him some if there were leftovers.
I said there might not be any left, but we prepared quite a lot this time, so there should be plenty.
…Probably.
“Wataru, Wataru, hurry up!”
Carla-san is cute and acts like a child.
Her reaction is unbeatable, but Marina-san, Fuu-chan, and Claretta-san seem to be enjoying themselves too, so I’m satisfied.
“Okay, let’s start with the first dish. Please take your seats. Beer is fine to drink, right?”
Everyone nodded, so I served ice-cold bottled beer in ice-cold copper mugs.
There are pros and cons to beer that’s too cold, but I think this temperature is just right after a bath.
Well, I haven’t taken a bath yet, though.
“Cheers!”
We clinked our mugs loudly and took a big gulp of beer.
I worked hard today, so this beer tastes amazing!
The women finished their beer and exhaled contentedly. I left the refills to Felicia and served the first dish.
“Umm, it looks so delicious! Wataru, how do you eat it?”
Carla-san looked very excited.
“Well, you can cut it if you like, but today’s theme is eating meat heartily. I think it’s best to hold the green part in your hand and bite into it from one end. It’s a bit rude, but it’s okay since we’re outdoors.”
“Let’s eat!”
Carla-san holds the green part in her hand and bites into it.
“Oh, it’s delicious! The meat is fragrant, and the green onions inside are melt-in-your-mouth tender.”
“Hmm, this is interesting.”
“Yes, it doesn’t look like it took much effort, but it’s as appealing as an elaborate dish.”
“It goes perfectly with beer.”
“Master, it’s delicious.”
The first dish is a bold menu item: a pork roll with a whole green onion inside.
Before wrapping the meat around the green onion, make a slit in it. Then, wrap the pork belly around the green onion without leaving any gaps.
According to the camping magazine, the pork is slowly grilled over charcoal, allowing the fat and meat juices to meld with the steamed green onions and create an indescribably delicious combination.
Judging by the women’s reactions, the magazine was spot on.
Not wanting to be outdone, I grabbed a green onion with my hands and shoved it into my mouth. Mmm, melt-in-your-mouth goodness! This is good. I chewed heartily and washed it down with beer. Perfect.
If I had to nitpick, I wish I had spread garlic paste on the pork belly. That would have added a bold flavor and elevated the beer.
Next time, I’ll try the garlic version.
The women started devouring the pork-wrapped green onions and washing them down with beer over and over again.
Rimu, Pent, and Fuu-chan seemed to like them too. They were eating the green onions like they were potato snacks.
I made two for each person, but they’ll be gone in no time.
It’s about time to move on to the second dish.
“Now, everyone, look here.”
I called out to get their attention and lifted the pot that had been covering the grill. What appeared inside was…
“A whole roast!”
Yes, it was a whole roast, just as Carla-san said, but something was different.
“Is that… a beer can?” Why?”
Marina-san noticed that the seasoned whole chicken had a beer can stuck halfway into its rear end and had been carefully grilled like that.
The stubborn blacksmith made the chicken stand to stabilize the chicken on the grill with the beer can stuck in it.
Thanks to that, the chicken was beautifully roasted, giving off a fragrant aroma and turning golden brown.
When I saw this dish in a camping magazine, I immediately wanted to try it. At the same time, I wondered why anyone would do such a thing. However, it certainly makes an impression.
According to the magazine, the boiling beer seeps into the chicken, making the inside flavorful and juicy while crisping the skin.
This time, I prepared three chickens.
Apparently, it’s better to wrap them in aluminum foil and let them rest for about ten minutes to let the juices settle. However, not only could Carla-san not wait, but the other women, plus Rimu, Pent, and Fuu-chan, couldn’t either, so we decided to eat the first chicken right away.
The remaining two will be prepared according to the magazine, and it’ll be interesting to taste the difference after letting them rest.
I changed the seasoning for each chicken, so I don’t know if I’ll be able to tell the difference.
The first chicken is seasoned with salt, pepper, and garlic, a surefire delicious combination. The second is herb chicken with various herbs, and the third is curry chicken with curry powder. These are also surefire delicious combinations.
I’ve never disassembled a whole roasted chicken before, but I have an Orichalcum knife. Even if I can’t neatly disassemble it at the joints, it doesn’t matter because I can just cut it up with the bones.
“This is a dish called beer can chicken.”
I serve it to the group and share some trivia I read in a camping magazine.
Everyone looks at me with admiration. No, they just want to eat.
“Now, please enjoy.”
“Mmm, Wataru, this is delicious!”
Well, Carla-san, I’m glad you like it, but I’d appreciate a more detailed evaluation. Oh, you’re still eating.
“I see. The texture of the skin, the tenderness of the meat, the aroma of the grains from the beer, and the mixture of salt, pepper, and garlic all come together to create an explosion of flavor. I’d like to try making this myself.”
Claretta-san evaluates it with sparkling eyes.
“Let’s make it together next time.”
“Yes!”
Claretta-san’s reaction was as expected, but it was still nice to hear. I continued tasting the herb and curry flavors I had let sit.
The seasoning was just right, and it was very popular as well.
I hadn’t noticed it myself, but it seemed that letting it sit had made it more moist.
“Before the last main dish, here’s the soup.”
I carried the Dutch oven to the center of the table and opened the lid.
“All the vegetables are whole. It’s interesting, but are they cooked through?”
Marina-san bites into a whole vegetable. She likes vegetables more than I thought.
“It’s been simmering slowly, so they’re fine.”
I cut the cabbage into equal pieces and arranged the other vegetables on a plate. Then, I cut the large piece of pork belly into equal pieces and served it with the soup on a plate.
Authentic pot-au-feu is supposed to be enjoyed with the ingredients and the soup separately. However, my pot-au-feu is just a knock-off, so I enjoy the ingredients and the soup together.
“This soup has a comforting flavor. The seasoning is different, but I’ve liked the taste of Wataru’s soup ever since I used to visit the southeastern island.”
“Yeah, I like Wataru’s soup, too.”
“…Rimu likes it too…”
I’m glad they liked the taste. Apparently, the soup I make has a gentle flavor. Also, I think Rimu said he liked it because he’s competitive with Marina-san. I feel like I’m going to bleed from my nose.
“Then I’ll prepare the last main dish.”
After taking a break, I prepared the last main dish.
“Are you going to cut it?”
When I put the knife to the meat, Carla-san said something surprising.
Huh?
The main dish this time is a doner kebab. Did Carla-san imagine herself biting into this chunk of meat?
I understand how she feels, but I don’t think even she could do it. There are so many thick slices stacked on top of each other that it’s impossible to tell how many there are.
Plus, even though we’ve been rotating and grilling it over charcoal, I think the inside is still raw. I’m afraid I can’t meet your expectations.
Yes, the grilled surface is fragrant and delicious. You slice it off, then grill the cut surface again to enjoy the fragrance. That’s how you eat it.”
It’s a rough explanation, but I think I got it right. I think.
“I see.”
Carla-san nods seriously, looking convinced. She seems to be saying that as long as it’s delicious, that’s what matters.
“This time, I prepared beef and lamb. We’ll put them in pita bread with vegetables and top them with sauce. The sauces include yogurt sauce, aurora sauce, chili sauce, Japanese-style sauce, and other seasonings, so please try the different flavors.”
I recommend stuffing the pita bread with meat until it tears, then biting into it boldly. We’ve prepared plenty of pita bread, so eat until you’re full.
It seems to be a big hit with not only the women I was targeting but also Rimu, Pent, and Fuu-chan. Camping magazine, you’re amazing!
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