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- Episode 5 -

That girl is Geum Young.

Are you ready now? Then let's...

Madam, may I request something?

What request?

I'd like to change the topic of the competition.

Be quiet!

But why?

I heard that between apprentices, they are full of complaints in regards to me.

What?

They've been saying that I always win first place in the competition,

because I'm favored by the High Court Lady and Court Lady Choi.

Who dares to say such absurd things?

Of course, when I first heard it, I was mortified and angry,

but when I gave it more thought, I realized since I was at a different level as them from the beginning,

skipping the training stages that the new apprentices have to do,

brought on those misunderstandings.

So in order to resolve the false accusation towards me as well as theirs,

is to compete on something I haven't done, and something they have been doing continuously since they were new apprentices.

What would that be?

Putting pine needles into pine nuts, Madam.

Putting pine nuts?

Putting pine nuts in the pine needles?

Really? If that's what you think, then we can do that.

But Madam, I think it'd be better to do it with the lights off.

Oh, no. Why the lights off?

Then how are we supposed to do it?

That's an excellent idea. Anyway, putting pine nuts into pine needles is to sensitize the fingers,

we'll know very well, how much effort you've been making to sensitize your fingers, if we turn the lights off and do it.

we'll know very well, how much effort you've been making to sensitize your fingers, if we turn the lights off and do it.

Bring the pine nuts and pine needles.

Yes, Madam.

Okay. Start as soon as I turn off the lights.

Stop.

Stop!

Geum Young did 20.

Jang Geum did 8.

And Jo Bang did 4.

Foolish girls. This is the skill difference between you and Geum Young.

She learned to cook starting at 3, so she's of course better than you, but she's even better than the palace girls.

Regardless of that, the reason why she's competing against you is because

she would stimulate you girls,

and yet you've been jealous of your friend, and you would even insult the High Court Lady and myself,

I won't let this pass!

Madam, please let it go.

But...!

They probably misunderstood because

they haven't seen it themselves.

Now they should know, where they stand with their skills.

Sure, I'll let it go this time, but don't do

such a useless thing again and focus on honing your skills.

And Geum Young, you can go to your home for 3 days.

No, Madam. Continuously leaving on my own was another cause for their discontent,

so you should send the 2nd place this time.

No need to do that. It wasn't your fault.

No. I am pleading with you.

How generous of you.

You did well with the sandstorm, and you did well again.

- Did you learn this from your mother too? - No.

- Did you learn this from your mother too? - No.

Then ... then, how could you do this so well?

During the night...

Geum Young taught me.

I'm not surprised.

I liked how she was willing to learn even during the night.

I heard about it.

Didn't I tell you not to cry again?

The girls will misunderstand and now won't even acquaint me,

so what should I do now?

It's not a misunderstanding.

Huh?

It's true that you told Geum Young of their complaints.

But I didn't know she was Geum Young.

That's how the palace is. That's why we taught you to be careful with your speech.

That's how the palace is. That's why we taught you to be careful with your speech.

My mouth gives me trouble all the time.

Apologize to them tomorrow. Though they'll hate you for now,

they'll forget in time, so don't be so worried.

Madam!

What?

But a reward is a reward, so I can go home, right?

Yes.

Then please allow Yeon Saeng to go home instead of me.

Why do you always think about breaking the rules?

But she always cries for her sick mother.

Madam...

Where is her illness at?

She has a weak heart.

I will ask Court Lady Jung.

Let me join you.

Let's go get the ingredients.

Let me go with you.

No.

I'm sorry. I didn't know she was Geum Young.

So?

I won't do it again, so please let me work together.

No. Only people like us who lack skills do work around here.

Unnie ...

No!

Unnie ...

I said no!

Don't do that! Jang Geum isn't a bad girl. She's nice!

Don't do that! Jang Geum isn't a bad girl. She's nice!

What are you going to do if they stop talking to you too?

I can just talk with you then.

Thanks, Jang Geum.

Why?

I'm going home because Court Lady Han told my court lady.

I came running here to thank you before I leave.

That's great.

Lady Han even packed some food and medicine. Thank you, Jang Geum.

That's really great.

Why didn't you go home?

Why? Is something wrong?

I didn't tell you their complaints so you could do that.

That's what you think. Anyway everything turned out well.

I resolved misunderstandings, you will be

going home and they know where they stand.

No!

What do you mean, no?

This is strange.

All is well for you, I am outcaste by them,

and they're feeling bad.

Then you can ignore them and be good to me.

No, that's even stranger.

What do you mean? You can just do that.

No, it's strange. I think you've done something wrong.

What?

I'm not sure what it is ... but ...

You're cute when you act stubborn.

From you from now on, I'll watch your back, so just ask me whenever you need help.

I said no!

Did you call for me?

I was worried that you might have gone home after making deliveries but it's a relief that you are here.

I was worried about leaving the palace on my own, so I was looking around to see if I could help.

Sir Han Young Jook brought this bear foot from China.

The Royal Kitchen doesn't have experience cooking it.

That's why we called for you.

This precious thing ...

What's wrong?

This is the bear's left foot.

Why? Does it not work then?

It's not that it won't work,

but compared to the front, right foot, there is a big difference.

Why is that?

When the bear knocks down a beehive, it uses its front right foot to hit it,

and all the bees come suddenly making the right foot absorb all the honey.

and all the bees come suddenly making the right foot absorb all the honey.

So the taste is obvious, but the medicinal effect is different between as heaven and earth, too.

So that's why King Jie of Xia Dynasty of China only ate front right feet of a bear.

But last time ... didn't you say they use their left foot to hit the beehive,

and bring the left foot?

Oh... that... the bear was left-footed.

A left-footed bear?

That's enough. Go ahead and start cooking.

Yes, ma'am.

It's very delicious.

What happened?

He was satisfied.

I shouldn't say this myself, but who am I?

Am I not Chosun's best chef, Kang Duk Goo?

He did say it needed a little more salt.

What?

Less salt is better for the natural flavor to come out.

He told us to make the next feast simple, so

I think we'll only need about 50 male cooks.

Sure.

But please pay extra attention to His Majesty's medicinal food.

Yes, of course. I'll have to hurry to get prepared now. Bye.

Yes, of course. I'll have to hurry to get prepared now. Bye.

It's today, right?

Yes.

Did you make sure there wasn't any miscommunication?

Yes.

It's all over if we get caught. Make no mistakes whatsoever.

Yes, it's all under control.

And you told Pan Sul too, right?

Yes. Don't worry.

You roasted the ginger and green onions first, right? Of course.

You roasted the ginger and green onions first, right? Of course.

You put rice wine and salt in the broth?

Of course, rice wine and salt...! I forgot the salt.

That's why he said it needed more salt.

Then the meat must've not had any flavoring!

I heard His Majesty was satisfied with it.

You'll be kicked out if you keep working this way!

I'll add more salt.

Mister!

Aigo, Jang Geum.

What brings you here?

We had many drinks to deliver today.

Really?

-Are you doing well without causing any trouble? -Yes.

You're not causing any trouble, are you? No.

Let me see you for a moment.

Yes.

What is it? Is there a problem with our drinks?

What is it? Is there a problem with our drinks?

Would you happen to know a palace lady who was here a long time ago named Park Myung Yi?

Would you happen to know a palace lady who was here a long time ago named Park Myung Yi?

Park Myung Yi? No, I don't know.

Did Chef Kang never mention her?

He probably started coming to the palace with his father, so he probably knows well.

No, I haven't heard of that name.

I heard your adopted child became a court lady here.

Yes.

What's her name?

Her name is Jang Geum. I was going to tell you about her.

Please take good care of her.

Jang Geum? Your adopted child is Jang Geum?

Yes.

Chef Kang Duk Goo's adopted child came as a new apprentice

and he thinks she's Palace Lady Park's child.

My mother told me that when there is yellow dust in the air,

water becomes dirty, dust goes in the food and it starts smelling and

it makes food spoil faster so this is what she did.

Yes, it was certainly a boy.

How can a boy become a court lady?

That's what I thought too, but Pil Du who's been watching

closely told me that, so I'm not sure what's going on.

What's wrong?

Perhaps, was she wearing boys' clothes about 2 years ago by any chance?

What?

When did you take her in? Could it be about 2 years ago?

No, that isn't so. We brought her from my parents' because she has a story.

No, that isn't so. We brought her from my parents' because she has a story.

Really?

Jang Geum's father was an artisan who made inkstones with my father

but her parents were killed by bandits

and that's why I brought her here.

Is that so?

Yes.

Jang Geum...

Jang Geum, isn't it hard living here in the palace?

Yes.

If it's hard, then let's run away together.

It'll get better.

Jang Geum, have you ever talked to Court Lady Choi before?

No.

Have you ever seen that man who you met on the day you came to the palace?

Something's fishy. What did your parents do?

Something's fishy. What did your parents do?

You never say anything about your parents.

Anyway, just know that I told her I brought you from my parents'.

And your father was an inkstone maker, okay?

Yes.

You too!

Yes.

But, where's your father?

I don't know.

He always disappears when I'm not around!

This human ... I ought to!

Help us when we go out too.

Yes. I'm on guard all tonight so don't worry.

So you're here?

Over there...

Are you really leaving?

If you get caught, Byul Gam and you will die.

I still want to go. I can't live like this for the rest of my life.

You mean girl. How about me who'll be staying here?

Mi Keum!

Open the door!

Open up, everyone!

The Chief Court Lady is here!

Everyone come out quickly!

Could she have found out?

I don't think so. Hide them quickly! Hurry!

What should I do?

Don't worry. It's probably only a sudden room check.

Could it be?

What were you doing?

We're sorry.

Why don't I see Court Lady Choi?

They say she's not in her room. What should I do?

- Start searching! -Yes.

Don't move an inch from the door!

Start searching everywhere! Over here, too.

Why these...!

What is it?

It's a very severe headache.

Not a headache caused by cold air?

You get that when the cold air penetrates through your bones,

your head and teeth ache, but there is a treatment. However...

What do you mean, however? Are you saying there isn't a treatment for this?

This is ... nothing penetrated the brain,

but the brain itself is damaged.

You already said all the joints in your hands and feet are very cold

and you fainted many times...

So what does it mean?

It isn't something that can be healed of easily.

There's no known treatment for it.

That means...!

Search this room!

Yes.

There, too!

Madam!

Take a look at this.

Which residence's palace girls are you?

We are palace girls from the Royal Kitchen.

My ... How have you been supervising these girls?

And where is Court Lady Choi who's supposed to be responsible for supervising these girls?

Let's go to the residence of the Head Court Lady of the Royal Kitchen.

Court Lady Choi! Court Lady Choi, are you in here?

Hello, Madam. What brings you here at this time of night?

Just how have you been supervising the girls?

Excuse me?

We checked their rooms today and we found these erotic picture books,

and the Royal Kitchen's girls' rooms are messy!

I am deeply ashamed.

Why don't you go inside first?

I told you to be very strict with them since more men go in

and out of the Royal Kitchen than other places. Just what is this?

and out of the Royal Kitchen than other places. Just what is this?

I'm sorry.

I'm sorry. It's my fault. Please forgive us.

Are you sick?

N... no.

I was taking care of her because she has an indigestion.

Is that so?

What are you doing here in the middle of the night?

What is the meaning of this?

Let us through. We've caught the criminal and brought him here.

What are you talking about, a criminal?

The Head Court Lady of the Royal Kitchen, come out!

The Head Court Lady of the Royal Kitchen, come out right now!

Why did you bring a man to the ladies' residence in the middle of the night like this?

Why did you bring a man to the ladies' residence in the middle of the night like this?

He's a physician.

A physician?

According to his account, he was returning home

after checking the Head Court Lady of the Royal Kitchen's health.

What?! He was caught?!

Yes, Court Lady Choi said you should meet Sir Oh Gyum Ho as soon as possible.

Yes, Court Lady Choi said you should meet Sir Oh Gyum Ho as soon as possible.

Sir, what should we do now?

If you were going to do that you should have discussed it with me ahead of time.

Where do you think that is that you send a physician in?!

I'm sorry.

If she were examined by the female physicians I was afraid that the Queen would find out right away,

so in trying to do the next best thing it turned out that way.

How foolish of you!

Once the news of her sickness spreads she has to step down.

Court Lady Choi isn't old enough yet.

That's not the problem right now!

Since you brought in a man, not only the Head Kitchen Lady but also Court Lady Choi could be kicked out!

Sir, please save us. If you save us,

I'll make sure that you never regret it.

Guard Gang silently crept on her and grabbed this lady wearing a head covering,

trying to kiss her, and found it to be a man.

Oh, my! During the night? How scandalous!

Who tried to kiss whom?! He caught him knowing it was a man.

Don't ever speak ill of him like that! Understand?!

Yes, ma'am.

Anyhow, Jang Geum, you're in trouble now.

Why?

What do you mean why? Now the Head Court Lady of the Royal Kitchen will be stepping down.

Then Court Lady Choi's power will be diminished,

Then Geum Young as well as Jang Geum will be like kites without strings.

Why is the Head Court Lady of the Royal Kitchen stepping down?

Because if a Court Lady gets a severe illness she has to leave the palace.

That's the law.

But if the Head Court Lady of the Royal Kitchen steps down I wonder who will take her place?

I think ... Court Lady Choi will.

No way...

Five generations of that family have secured that position.

Would that change so easily?

But it hasn't even been 3 years since she became a Court Lady.

On top of that this time, she's probably getting scolded

for the crime of pulling a physician in from outside of the palace.

Right. That doesn't even make sense. That's why Court Lady Han should get the post.

Court Lady Han cooks much better too.

Still just wait and see. The Chief Court Lady is on Court Lady Choi's side and also...

And also what?

Can't you shut your mouths?!

Did it go well?

Yes. Did you wish it wouldn't have?

How could you say such thing?

For now, as to the matter of pulling in the physician, it's been handled quietly,

but about the Head Court Lady of the Royal Kitchen's expulsion there's nothing I can do.

Yes. I was thinking that too.

Is there someone qualified to replace her?

There's no one suitable that comes to mind right now. Court Lady Choi is still too young that she really can't do it...

Even if it's someone unrelated to Merchant Choi Pan Sul there's nothing else that can be done.

It's not that I haven't thought of that also,

Court Lady Choi's family is a household that's held the Royal Kitchen for so long,

that they made sure others weren't allowed to even put down roots and so there's no one appropriate.

They are people capable of that.

Anyhow, the Main Kitchen must be filled with people from our side,

so find a puppet if you have to.

A puppet?

Shouldn't you have told me about this before?

I'm sorry.

It's too late to do anything about it.

We need to find a suitable replacement for you.

I know it will be difficult, but could we raise Court Lady Choi...?

No matter what I say to her, Her Majesty the Queen

would never allow it.

Forget that and make some recommendations.

How about Court Lady Park in Queen Dowager's chamber?

There's a rumor that she's Sir Nam Kon's person.

Court Lady Kim in the fruit room seems to be in the right age range.

Though she doesn't seem greedy, she's a far relative

of Sir Sim Jung and it's hard to tell what'll happen tomorrow.

Then... who do you have in mind?

There is one.

She's a daughter of nobility and she withdrew without a fight

when she was competing against you.

But how can we give her such an important position when she's been in charge of

But how can we give her such an important position when she's been in charge of

only the sauce and pickle storage for 10 years?

Isn't that why she's the most appropriate?

Court Lady Choi can take care of the important tasks and she can just be there as a puppet.

Yes, she's someone who enjoys poems and songs,

so she does prefer to stay away from complicated matters.

Yes. That's it. I will press from above, and Court Lady Choi will be the support.

If she can act as a puppet, then it would be the same as you being here.

If she can act as a puppet, then it would be the same as you being here.

And if something goes wrong that requires someone to take responsibility, we can blame it on her.

In the end, is it that person?

Madam! Madam!

The Chief Court Lady is looking for you.

The Chief Court Lady? Why me? I have no reason to see such a high person.

The Chief Court Lady? Why me? I have no reason to see such a high person.

I think she's going to entrust you with the position of Head Court Lady of the Royal Kitchen.

I think she's going to entrust you with the position of Head Court Lady of the Royal Kitchen.

Head Court Lady of the Royal Kitchen? Yeah, right! Why don't you do it yourself?

Madam...

Madam!

Did you call for me?

Yes. Have a seat.

I think you'll have to accept the responsibility of the Head Court Lady of the Royal Kitchen.

I have only been in charge of sauces and pickles.

Do you think it will be all right?

Court Lady Choi will help you with the work in the Main Kitchen,

and you can discuss with me the other kitchen work.

Am I the only one for the job?

Yes, there's no one but you. I know you take after your father who liked to be free

from worldly issues but we had no choice this time.

Well, then I will have to accept it. Instead I will only trust Court Lady Choi and the Chief Court Lady.

Yes, that's the spirit.

I heard you became the Head Court Lady of the Royal Kitchen.

Yes.

Why? Have you gotten tired of playing and decided to be a puppet now?

Yes, I've grown tired of playing alone and

I'm thinking to play along to other people's rhythm.

That will surely be fun to watch. The world's only Court Lady Jung

will be dancing to other people's rhythm? That should be fun.

Come often and watch.

Court Lady Jung, I lost.

Madam! Madam!

How dare you run in this place!

I'm sorry... but I just heard that Lady Jung of the sauce pantry

became the Head Court Lady of the Royal Kitchen.

The Head Court Lady had recommended Court Lady Jung so in the end it turned out that way.

♪ ♪ Would you come, would you come, would you be coming? ♪

♪ Would you go, would you go, would you be going? ♪

♪ I wait, I wait, but we cannot play. ♪

♪ Eh hey ya, eh hey ya, Nananiyo ♪

♪ You cannot come so take me instead. ♪

In the end they say it's Court Lady Jung.

Then what's going to happen?

Court Lady Choi says that she's just holding the position until she can pass it to Court Lady Choi.

They said that's why the Head Court Lady is recommending her.

What? Does that mean we'll keep losing to Geum Young?

That doesn't have to be the case.

Some other girls say that Court Lady Jung doesn't yield easily and

what's important is that Court Lady Jung highly values Court Lady Han's cooking skills. That's why...

what's important is that Court Lady Jung highly values Court Lady Han's cooking skills. That's why...

Then are you saying that those things will come to stand atop our heads?

You have taken up a very important position.

I'm not sure that I who am lacking will be able to do well.

Because you've only been in the sauce area for a long time there will be much you don't know. You help Court Lady Jung a lot.

Because you've only been in the sauce area for a long time there will be much you don't know. You help Court Lady Jung a lot.

Yes, ma'am.

Yes, I wouldn't have accepted it if it wasn't for you. Help me a lot.

Yes, I wouldn't have accepted it if it wasn't for you. Help me a lot.

Madam...

What is it?

Is it better for you or for Court Lady Choi if Court Lady Jung becomes the Head Court Lady?

What are you saying?

The girls are very curious.

Are you curious too?

No. Truthfully, I don't really know what's going on.

I'm just afraid that the girls might be scolded by the ladies because

they haven't been doing their work. If they get scolded

they would feel bad and they would treat me...

Yes, I guess that's possible.

So you just diligently do even their work too. That's the easiest way.

Yes, Madam.

Is Court Lady Han inside?

Are you upset that I've become the Head Court Lady?

Could that be?

Then how come you aren't coming to congratulate me like others?

I'm sorry. I intentionally didn't speak to you.

Why?

I'm sorry to say that I get the sense it's not a position for you to accept.

I'm sorry to say that I get the sense it's not a position for you to accept.

Have you ever seen such a thing?! You say such rude words in such a modest manner.

It'll be difficult because of people.

I know your nature better than anyone else so I'm worried.

Well now... should I live with difficulty or without difficulty?

What do you think?

You should live without difficulties.

How about you?

Madam, can you really live as you wish like that?

I always try to live without difficulties but it's always difficult.

I always try to live without difficulties but it's always difficult.

What?

What's this?

You'll be doing great things, so use it.

Why you... I only took care of a small matter...

Something so big, I can't receive it.

Please! I'm basically saying that I'll trust you

with the future of our family Choi.

The future of your family?

Yes.

To me?

Yes.

Why?

I trust you, sir.

You trust me?

Yes. I trust you with my family, relatives and businesses in and outside of the palace.

Yes. I trust you with my family, relatives and businesses in and outside of the palace.

Here ... have a cup.

Just keep working.

What brings you here at this early hour?

It's my first meal for His Majesty, I should do it with my own hands.

Pardon?

Was it your shift yesterday?

Yes, ma'am.

Prepare it whole-heartedly.

Next!

Your Majesty, this is Court Lady Jung who has accepted the duty of the Head Court Lady of the Royal Kitchen.

Then where have you been up to now?

I've been in the sauce pantry.

Really? Did you cook these yourself?

Really? Did you cook these yourself?

Yes, Your Majesty.

Is that so?

Go ahead and check the food.

Yes.

Did you cook this yourself?

Yes, Your Majesty.

It's the same grilled pork, but it tastes different. What is it?

It's the same grilled pork, but it tastes different. What is it?

It's called Mac-Juk.

Mac-Juk?

Yes, Your Majesty. It's a secret recipe that has been passed down

in China originating from the "Mac" clan.

Secret recipe? What is it?

Instead of seasoning with soy sauce

it's seasoned with bean paste water.

With bean paste?

Yes, Your Majesty.

Ohh, that's why it's less greasy and so clean and light.

It perfectly suits my taste.

So we're eating here today?

Yes, when there is a big event

all the kitchen ladies come here to eat.

Today's the new Head Court Lady of the Royal Kitchen's first day.

That's why we're eating here today.

Really? Then there must be lots of good food.

Sit down, everyone.

Does Geum Young still sit there even though the Head Court Lady has stepped down?

I know. Shouldn't Yeon Saeng sit there?

Who is this girl?

Her name is Geum Young.

She seems to be an apprentice palace maid, so why is she sitting here?

She sat there from the time of the previous Head Court Lady,

and evaluated dishes together with her.

She's a child with a perfect palate.

Perfect palate?

Try this.

What's gone into the seasoning?

The total seasoning is soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, sesame seeds and water.

That's right.

But I can also taste minced green onion and minced garlic

so I think the meat and Shiitake mushrooms were definitely sauteed separately.

What seasonings were used in the meat that was sauteed separately?

Soy sauce, minced scallion, minced garlic, sesame oil

black pepper, sugar and sesame salt.

Really? Everyone, taste them.

Is it just as this child said?

Is it?

Yes, it is as Geum Young said.

You think so, too?

Do you all think that?

Really? I think it's...

It's ripe persimmon.

What did you just say?

Ripe persimmon was used, not sugar.

Why do you think ripe persimmon?

When I was chewing on the beef I tasted ripe persimmon, but if

you ask why I think it's persimmon, I can only say I tasted ripe persimmon.

So there was a separate natural born perfect palate!

That's right! Ripe persimmon is in it which is why it tasted like ripe persimmon

so it was foolish of me to tell you to find it by thought.

That's right! It's ripe persimmon. Ripe persimmon's sweetness is softer than sugar

and lighter so I thought it would go along well with vegetables and I tried putting it in.

Also ripe persimmon is good in this type of flu season for preventing

colds and hangovers so I added it because

His Majesty had some drinks yesterday. That kid got it right!

Though there may be a difference in the cooking skills of the person who made it, but there is none in tasting.

When it comes to tasting there is no difference. Something so unbiased is taste.

so from now on, when it comes to food, for me of course and all the way down to the apprentice at the end,

let's speak honestly and openly. Let's challenge each other to improve.

So you too from next time go back to your place,

and from each of our respective places, let's each apply our best efforts and learn.

I'll give you opportunities regardless of your age

if you work hard and hone your skills. Do you understand?

if you work hard and hone your skills. Do you understand?

Yes, Madam.

And I'll pass this position of the Head Court Lady

to the most skilled person, so know that and work harder.

Too much time has passed. Let's go ahead and eat.

Yes, Madam.

Why do you think it's ripe persimmon?

When I was chewing on the beef I tasted ripe persimmon

but if you ask why I think it's persimmon, I can only say I tasted ripe persimmon and that's why I said that I tasted it.

So there was a separate natural born perfect palate!

That's right! Ripe persimmon is in it and that's why you tasted it,

so it was foolish of me to ask you to find it by thinking.

And I'll pass this position of the Head Court Lady

to the most skilled person, so know that and work harder.

How dare she mock our family which

produced 5 generations of Head Court Ladies.

Fat chance!

Stop crying. You and I have to protect our family now that

the Head Court Lady has stepped down. Understand?

Yes.

Whatever it is, competence, power...

we must suppress her no matter what it takes. Do you understand?

Yes.

- Jang Geum. - Yes.

Starting tomorrow when you're work is done, for the next 100 days

bring me one each of all the different plants from the east mountain.

Different plants for 100 days?

Yes. Why? You don't want to do it?

No...

Then start tomorrow.

Yes.

Dropwort has a special scent that increases one's appetite.

It also detoxifies.

That's why dropwort is used in making swellfish.

This is mitsuba (wild parsley). It has a unique scent, so it's good

even without much salt. It's very good for diabetic patients.

even without much salt. It's very good for diabetic patients.

This is cedaline. This should never be eaten but at times

it comes mixed in with the other mountain herbs so memorize it well so you'll know it.

Next, gather everything that can make food salty.

Food is decided by the balance of seasoning,

so with non-stop training with your eyes closed you must be able to add the exact amount.

Other than that, there is saltiness in beans, chestnuts, pork, sea cucumber, seaweed and even in watermelon.

So you must be careful when seasoning.

Saltiness is sensed more strongly when it's cold.

And tastes are either contrasted, enhanced or suppressed.

You neutralize sour and bitter tastes by adding sweet things

and you make sweet and nutty tastes stronger by adding salty things.

Next, bring everything that you can add to make food sweet.

This is our family secret.

If you add this herb, you can get rid of all other unpleasant tastes.

And if you add milk at the end the nutty flavor is elevated a step.

Next, find out about water used for cooking.

How can there be only one kind of water?

There's rice water, glutinous rice water,

hot water, cold water, mineral water. It's countless.

Next, find out about fire.

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