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The next morning, it drizzled lightly, and Zhao Guangcai and Zhang Xiaoxiao were set to go up the mountain to gather mushrooms again. Zhao Guangcai specifically went to Uncle Dong's house to buy two raincoats to prevent their clothes from getting wet.
After they dressed up, Zhao Guangcai held Zhang Xiaoxiao's hand and carefully walked along the muddy mountain path. "Watch your step," Zhao Guangcai said. "Mm," Zhang Xiaoxiao replied. He kept an eye on her footsteps to ensure she wouldn't fall.
"There's a Pleurotus over there," Zhang Xiaoxiao pointed excitedly at a tree ahead. "Mm," Zhao Guangcai nodded after taking a look. They walked to the tree and began picking the Pleurotus, placing them gently into a Bamboo Basket without damaging them.
"I didn't expect to find Pleurotus here," Zhang Xiaoxiao said happily. "This area has dense trees and plenty of rain, which is perfect for Pleurotus growth," Zhao Guangcai explained. "So that's how it is," Zhang Xiaoxiao realized.
After finishing with the Pleurotus, they continued walking forward. "Oh, it looks like there's something on that tree," Zhang Xiaoxiao pointed at a large tree that had fallen nearby. "Let's go take a look," Zhao Guangcai said.
When they reached the fallen tree, they discovered it was covered in Wood Ear and mushrooms. "Wow, there are so many Wood Ear and mushrooms," Zhang Xiaoxiao exclaimed in surprise. "We probably can't eat all of this; we can sell some at the market," Zhao Guangcai suggested. "Good idea," Zhang Xiaoxiao agreed.
They began picking Wood Ear and mushrooms, and before long, they filled two Bamboo Baskets.
"Finally finished picking," Zhang Xiaoxiao said happily, looking at the two full Bamboo Baskets.
"Let's head back," Zhao Guangcai replied.
"Okay," Zhang Xiaoxiao nodded.
On their way down the mountain, Zhang Xiaoxiao was already thinking about what to eat for dinner.
"First, we'll boil some water to soak the mushrooms, then wash them clean and drain the water. After that, we'll stir-fry them in oil, adding scallions, ginger, garlic, bean paste, salt, sugar, and chicken essence. Stir everything evenly, and finally thicken it with cornstarch mixed with water. That will make a simple home-style mushroom dish," Zhang Xiaoxiao murmured to herself.
"And we can also pan-fry Pleurotus. Tear the Pleurotus into strips and fry them in hot oil until golden brown. Then take them out to drain the excess oil, put them back in the pan, add scallions, ginger, garlic, salt, soy sauce, sugar, vinegar, cooking wine, chicken essence, and sesame oil. Stir-fry evenly and it's ready to serve," Zhang Xiaoxiao continued.
"Then there's cold Wood Ear salad. Blanch the Wood Ear mushrooms in boiling water, take them out to cool down, then add scallions, ginger, garlic, chili oil, vinegar, salt, sugar, and sesame oil. Mix everything well and it's done." Zhang Xiaoxiao became more excited as she spoke.
Zhao Guangcai listened to Zhang Xiaoxiao's words with a smile creeping onto his face.
Once they returned home, they began cleaning the mushrooms. Zhang Xiaoxiao was in charge of sorting while Zhao Guangcai handled the washing.
After cleaning up, they started preparing lunch.
"I'll stir-fry the mushrooms; you cut the meat," Zhang Xiaoxiao said.
"Okay," Zhao Guangcai replied.
The two worked together and quickly finished making lunch.
"It smells so good," Zhang Xiaoxiao exclaimed as she inhaled the aroma in the air.
"Let's eat," Zhao Guangcai said.
"Mm-hmm," Zhang Xiaoxiao responded.
They sat down at the table and began their meal.
"This is really delicious," Zhang Xiaoxiao praised as she ate.
"Then eat more," Zhao Guangcai laughed.
"Okay," Zhang Xiaoxiao replied.
The two happily finished their lunch.
"I'll wash the dishes; you can go for a walk outside," Zhao Guangcai said.
"Okay," Zhang Xiaoxiao said happily.
Zhao Guangcai began to tidy up the dishes, while Zhang Xiaoxiao took a walk outside to aid digestion.
Looking at the yard filled with mushrooms, she felt delighted.
She loved eating mushrooms, especially wild ones, as they were delicious and highly nutritious, providing great benefits for those with weak bodies.
"What are you thinking about?" Zhao Guangcai asked as he walked over to Zhang Xiaoxiao.
"I'm thinking about how to cook these mushrooms," Zhang Xiaoxiao replied with a smile.
"How do you want to cook them?" Zhao Guangcai inquired.
"I want to make soup, stir-fry, cold dishes, and fillings, and we can even roast them," Zhang Xiaoxiao said.
"Then let's make each of those," Zhao Guangcai laughed.
"Sounds great!" Zhang Xiaoxiao exclaimed happily.
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