"Your method uses too much oil, and it's not easy to find all the spices."
They hadn't even heard of things like cardamom.
Yi Chichi didn't deny this, "That's true, I brought all those spices from my hometown."
As for oil, Wen Shi and the others had oil vouchers every month. They didn't cook much, so they could afford it once or twice.
But doing it frequently is actually quite unsustainable.
"Stir-frying is also an option."
Then, she taught a few oil-saving methods other than blanching.
She also talked about raw marination. Scallions, ginger, and garlic were all planted in the yard. If not, they could ask neighbors for some. No one would refuse such a small favor.
Next, things like soy sauce and chili peppers are household essentials.
Eventually, everyone favored raw marination.
"Raw marination works, it's less of a waste, the seasonings are common, and it's not hard to make."
Madam Ji cheerfully announced, "I'm planning to try it tonight."
"I'll give it a shot too."
