1 00:00:44,878 --> 00:00:47,965 THE LEGEND OF KITCHEN SOLDIER 2 00:00:48,715 --> 00:00:51,468 I must be crazy. I really must be. 3 00:00:51,969 --> 00:00:54,638 I still had leave left, but I just had to come crawling back. 4 00:00:55,055 --> 00:00:56,098 Darn it. 5 00:00:56,682 --> 00:00:58,934 But still, it's good to have you in the mess hall. 6 00:00:59,017 --> 00:01:00,852 It feels full and lively, sir. 7 00:01:02,145 --> 00:01:04,773 Right? I do have a pretty big presence, don't I? 8 00:01:07,651 --> 00:01:09,736 You have advanced to Intermediate Cook. 9 00:01:09,820 --> 00:01:13,156 Your Basic Knife Skills speed has increased by 1.5 times. 10 00:01:21,164 --> 00:01:23,709 Was he always that fast with a knife? 11 00:01:35,304 --> 00:01:36,930 Oh, Sergeant Yoon Dong-hyun. 12 00:01:37,014 --> 00:01:38,223 You can take a break. I'll be done in a flash. 13 00:01:38,307 --> 00:01:39,391 All right. Wait, what? 14 00:01:40,392 --> 00:01:41,602 Aren't you pushing yourself too hard? 15 00:01:42,394 --> 00:01:43,812 This is nothing. 16 00:01:45,063 --> 00:01:48,317 Oh, right. Could you toss me the sesame seeds? 17 00:01:48,400 --> 00:01:49,401 Here! 18 00:01:49,568 --> 00:01:50,569 Yes, thank you. 19 00:01:56,867 --> 00:01:57,909 Impressive. 20 00:02:09,880 --> 00:02:15,052 Beef bulgogi, four stars. Stir-fried anchovies, four stars. 21 00:02:16,470 --> 00:02:18,221 Level up. 22 00:02:18,305 --> 00:02:19,306 AVAILABLE SKILLS 23 00:02:19,389 --> 00:02:22,684 New Skill available. Check Gourmet Rating. 24 00:02:22,851 --> 00:02:24,853 Gourmet Rating? What's that? 25 00:02:25,520 --> 00:02:29,524 Fulfill the Gourmet Rating to earn additional rewards. 26 00:02:29,816 --> 00:02:31,860 So, are we ready for the guys to come in? 27 00:02:32,361 --> 00:02:34,780 GOURMET RATING 28 00:02:34,863 --> 00:02:36,448 This is so cool. 29 00:02:39,910 --> 00:02:40,952 GOURMET RATING 30 00:02:48,710 --> 00:02:52,047 What, you punk? Are you laughing at your senior now? 31 00:02:52,130 --> 00:02:54,091 No, sir. 32 00:02:55,384 --> 00:02:58,637 Sergeant Yoon Dong-hyun, what's your favorite dish? 33 00:02:58,804 --> 00:03:03,016 I don't eat for taste. I eat to see how much protein I'm getting. 34 00:03:04,893 --> 00:03:08,063 Oh, protein is very important, sir. 35 00:03:08,146 --> 00:03:10,065 You don't sound very convinced. 36 00:03:10,148 --> 00:03:13,318 Hey, protein is essential for building muscle, you know. 37 00:03:13,443 --> 00:03:14,778 All right. Salute. 38 00:03:16,029 --> 00:03:18,990 GOURMET RATING 39 00:03:20,534 --> 00:03:22,828 GOURMET RATING 40 00:03:25,163 --> 00:03:28,250 Kang Seong-jae, stop making the food so delicious, all right? 41 00:03:28,333 --> 00:03:31,294 - I keep gaining weight because of you. - Listen to you. 42 00:03:31,628 --> 00:03:34,297 You're talking like Kang Seong-jae did all the cooking. 43 00:03:34,923 --> 00:03:38,301 You can tell Kang Seong-jae made this just by how good it looks, sir. 44 00:03:41,346 --> 00:03:42,472 - You are acting up - Enjoy your meal, sir. 45 00:03:42,556 --> 00:03:43,724 now that I'm powerless before my discharge, right? 46 00:03:43,807 --> 00:03:44,850 - Enjoy your meal, sir. - Thank you. 47 00:03:44,933 --> 00:03:46,852 - You don't even answer me. - Enjoy your meal. 48 00:03:46,935 --> 00:03:48,562 - Enjoy your meal. - Enjoy your meal. 49 00:03:48,645 --> 00:03:52,816 Today's menu is Korean Traditional Style One, Two, Three, Four, and Five. 50 00:03:52,899 --> 00:03:58,572 GOURMET RATING 51 00:04:03,785 --> 00:04:06,830 GOURMET RATING 52 00:04:06,913 --> 00:04:08,957 You could've just said home-style Korean meal. Why make it sound so complicated? 53 00:04:09,040 --> 00:04:10,500 Home-style Korean meal. Oh, so you understood? 54 00:04:10,876 --> 00:04:14,421 The very nature of a dish changes depending on the name it's given. 55 00:04:14,504 --> 00:04:15,505 Yes, sure. 56 00:04:15,589 --> 00:04:17,799 What would someone who only eats tofu and kimchi know about it? 57 00:04:17,883 --> 00:04:19,760 Jeez, you think I eat it because I want to? 58 00:04:19,843 --> 00:04:22,012 I'd eat better stuff if we had it. I eat it because there's nothing else. 59 00:04:27,601 --> 00:04:29,352 Private First Class Kang Seong-jae, you got something to say? 60 00:04:30,353 --> 00:04:34,107 - No, sir. Enjoy your meal. - How silly. 61 00:04:38,361 --> 00:04:39,404 What a jerk. 62 00:04:47,162 --> 00:04:52,292 GOURMET RATING 63 00:04:53,627 --> 00:04:55,962 GOURMET RATING 64 00:04:56,046 --> 00:04:58,673 What are you staring at? Where's my soup? 65 00:04:58,757 --> 00:05:02,719 Private First Class Tak Mun-ik, I didn't realize you were so picky. 66 00:05:03,595 --> 00:05:04,930 Hey, TMI. 67 00:05:05,013 --> 00:05:06,848 Were you being sassy and complaining about the food? 68 00:05:06,932 --> 00:05:09,309 Would a worthless Private First Class like myself dare do such a thing, sir? 69 00:05:09,392 --> 00:05:10,977 I should just be grateful for whatever I'm served. 70 00:05:11,353 --> 00:05:12,437 Right. 71 00:05:20,445 --> 00:05:23,198 The stir-fried anchovies are well-cooked and not too sticky. 72 00:05:24,115 --> 00:05:27,911 The beef bulgogi isn't overdone, so it's still tender and juicy. 73 00:06:02,404 --> 00:06:03,822 And the seasoning is perfect, sir. 74 00:06:14,457 --> 00:06:18,003 You have fulfilled the Gourmet Rating for all the Ganglim Outpost Soldiers. 75 00:06:19,004 --> 00:06:21,047 You have earned bonus Experience Points. 76 00:06:21,131 --> 00:06:22,424 INTERMEDIATE COOK 77 00:06:26,011 --> 00:06:27,345 It's true that lately 78 00:06:28,138 --> 00:06:29,890 even when I complete a Quest, my Experience Points 79 00:06:29,973 --> 00:06:31,433 don't increase like they used to. 80 00:06:32,726 --> 00:06:34,644 The higher the grade of the dish you complete 81 00:06:34,728 --> 00:06:37,105 the more Experience Points you can acquire. 82 00:06:37,647 --> 00:06:39,232 Higher grade? 83 00:06:39,858 --> 00:06:45,155 Oh, now that I think about it I've never made a five-star dish before. 84 00:06:48,450 --> 00:06:50,702 EARN MORE EXPERIENCE POINTS BY COMPLETING HIGHER-GRADE DISHES 85 00:06:54,789 --> 00:06:57,334 EPISODE 9 86 00:07:21,566 --> 00:07:24,778 Frozen yellow croaker. Grade C from Jeju Island. 87 00:07:25,153 --> 00:07:26,404 Grade C? 88 00:07:30,116 --> 00:07:32,160 Can I make a five-star dish with this? 89 00:07:37,666 --> 00:07:40,877 Whatever, let's just do it. 90 00:07:55,767 --> 00:07:56,977 FRIED YELLOW CROAKER: SPRINKLE A SMALL AMOUNT 91 00:07:57,060 --> 00:07:58,186 OF SALT, COOKING WINE, AND LEMON JUICE 92 00:08:09,781 --> 00:08:12,909 Hero, the oil is hot enough. 93 00:08:25,630 --> 00:08:27,090 What are you up to again? 94 00:08:32,345 --> 00:08:33,805 - Just finish it. - Yes, sir. 95 00:08:42,105 --> 00:08:45,316 TERRIFYING MINESWEEPER 96 00:08:45,400 --> 00:08:46,401 RESPECTED BATTALION COMMANDER 97 00:08:51,489 --> 00:08:55,285 - Salute! Yes, Battalion Commander. - Seok-ho, have you had lunch? 98 00:08:55,368 --> 00:08:57,787 Yes, I have. Have you eaten, Battalion Commander? 99 00:08:57,871 --> 00:08:59,664 I always make sure to eat well. 100 00:08:59,873 --> 00:09:01,541 From the sound of your voice, Seok-ho, you sound 101 00:09:01,624 --> 00:09:03,918 completely out of energy, as if you skipped lunch. 102 00:09:04,002 --> 00:09:05,295 Oh, that's not it. 103 00:09:06,087 --> 00:09:08,965 Come on, I can tell just by the sound of your voice. 104 00:09:09,215 --> 00:09:11,926 It's plain as day that you're sulking because Min-gu got promoted. 105 00:09:12,802 --> 00:09:15,221 Is that so? I'm really fine. 106 00:09:15,305 --> 00:09:18,183 Min-gu might have gotten a bit of a head start 107 00:09:18,266 --> 00:09:21,227 but no one knows who will reach the finish line first, you know? 108 00:09:21,895 --> 00:09:24,731 I'll make sure to back you up during the next promotion review 109 00:09:24,814 --> 00:09:25,815 so don't worry. 110 00:09:25,899 --> 00:09:28,818 Battalion Commander, your words alone are more than enough. Thank you. 111 00:09:30,361 --> 00:09:33,406 Anyway, to congratulate the guys getting promoted 112 00:09:33,490 --> 00:09:35,867 the Regimental Commander wants everyone to gather at the Officers' Mess. 113 00:09:35,950 --> 00:09:38,745 - The Company Commander has to be there. - Well, if you're inviting me 114 00:09:38,828 --> 00:09:40,163 I'll definitely be there. 115 00:09:40,455 --> 00:09:43,208 The Ganglim men went through a lot because of the typhoon. 116 00:09:43,291 --> 00:09:45,919 Bring the Outpost Commander and Private First Class Kang Seong-jae with you. 117 00:09:47,837 --> 00:09:50,465 But why Private First Class Kang Seong-jae? 118 00:09:51,216 --> 00:09:54,052 I just keep getting cravings for his cooking. 119 00:09:54,385 --> 00:09:56,471 And it seems the Regimental Commander is curious too. 120 00:09:58,723 --> 00:09:59,974 Battalion Commander. 121 00:10:00,058 --> 00:10:02,977 I, Hwang Seok-ho, will prepare thoroughly and be there. 122 00:10:07,524 --> 00:10:08,775 Right. 123 00:10:10,193 --> 00:10:12,612 Hwang Seok-ho, let's get that promotion! 124 00:10:14,155 --> 00:10:15,740 MAINTAIN ORDER IN THE SERVING LINE 125 00:10:21,704 --> 00:10:23,665 Why are you doing all that to a yellow croaker? 126 00:10:23,748 --> 00:10:25,625 You can just coat it in oil and fry it. 127 00:10:25,708 --> 00:10:27,877 Isn't that how you made the dish 128 00:10:27,961 --> 00:10:29,129 that we couldn't tell if it was a croaker or a goby? 129 00:10:30,630 --> 00:10:32,382 What is this? 130 00:10:33,842 --> 00:10:36,344 Just eat it. Next. 131 00:10:37,470 --> 00:10:38,555 Private First Class Tak Mun-ik! 132 00:10:53,987 --> 00:10:56,948 FRIED YELLOW CROAKER 133 00:11:14,716 --> 00:11:15,967 If I do this... 134 00:11:19,012 --> 00:11:22,015 It will be the perfectly fried yellow croaker. 135 00:11:30,565 --> 00:11:34,485 WELL-COOKED FRIED YELLOW CROAKER 136 00:11:34,569 --> 00:11:36,654 BUT NOT 5-STAR 137 00:11:37,739 --> 00:11:39,115 Well... 138 00:11:40,116 --> 00:11:41,534 This isn't it. 139 00:11:41,826 --> 00:11:44,037 Why? It looks delicious. I'll try it. 140 00:11:45,288 --> 00:11:48,833 WELL-COOKED FRIED YELLOW CROAKER BUT NOT 5-STAR 141 00:11:54,380 --> 00:11:58,051 This sauce is insane! It's delicious. 142 00:11:58,134 --> 00:12:00,011 What am I missing? My gosh. 143 00:12:03,097 --> 00:12:05,558 I'm not just saying that. It's really delicious. 144 00:12:05,642 --> 00:12:07,393 So what are you so unhappy about? 145 00:12:07,602 --> 00:12:09,729 I don't know what the problem is. 146 00:12:09,812 --> 00:12:12,649 I mean, I need to know what the problem is 147 00:12:12,732 --> 00:12:15,693 so that I, Sergeant Yoon Dong-hyun can decide whether or not to help you. 148 00:12:15,777 --> 00:12:17,862 There's this thing... 149 00:12:26,704 --> 00:12:29,415 - Geez. - Hey. What's with the sigh? 150 00:12:29,874 --> 00:12:33,002 So, I guess someone like me is no help to you now, right? 151 00:12:33,086 --> 00:12:34,254 You sucked up all my know-how 152 00:12:34,337 --> 00:12:35,922 during my final year of service, and now you don't need me? 153 00:12:36,005 --> 00:12:37,382 Sergeant Yoon Dong-hyun. 154 00:12:37,465 --> 00:12:41,803 If the food I make is, say, four stars 155 00:12:42,470 --> 00:12:46,766 I feel like it's missing that one thing to make it five. 156 00:12:47,767 --> 00:12:49,560 But I just don't know what that is. 157 00:12:51,896 --> 00:12:53,773 Now you're talking like some kind of food critic? 158 00:12:53,856 --> 00:12:56,776 Hey, four stars, five stars... That's just you being greedy. 159 00:12:56,859 --> 00:12:59,654 It's not like we have a bunch of foodies around here. 160 00:12:59,737 --> 00:13:02,282 That kind of perfect food? That's for 161 00:13:02,615 --> 00:13:05,994 somewhere like the Officers' Mess. They're not going to eat just anything. 162 00:13:07,912 --> 00:13:11,082 - You mean the Officers' Mess? - Yes, the Officers' Mess. 163 00:13:11,165 --> 00:13:13,126 The Battalion Commander specifically requested that I bring 164 00:13:13,209 --> 00:13:15,003 Private First Class Kang Seong-jae to the Officers' Mess. 165 00:13:15,086 --> 00:13:18,548 The Officers' Mess is already full of soldiers who are great cooks 166 00:13:18,631 --> 00:13:21,759 so why does he specifically want to eat Seong-jae's food? 167 00:13:22,635 --> 00:13:25,763 Come on, how can a person live on nothing but fine dining? 168 00:13:25,847 --> 00:13:27,473 I'm sure the Battalion Commander wants 169 00:13:27,557 --> 00:13:29,350 to hit up a snack bar every once in a while, too. 170 00:13:29,434 --> 00:13:31,144 This is to celebrate the Battalion Commander's promotion. 171 00:13:31,227 --> 00:13:34,314 And as a Company Commander, shouldn't I at least grant him this one request? 172 00:13:34,397 --> 00:13:37,400 I'm just not sure it's appropriate for me to attend such an important event. 173 00:13:37,483 --> 00:13:41,070 He specifically told me to bring you along, Ye-rin. 174 00:13:41,154 --> 00:13:42,822 Our Battalion Commander... 175 00:13:42,905 --> 00:13:46,617 He can be a bit scary when he's serious but he's a truly warm-hearted person. 176 00:13:50,246 --> 00:13:51,622 My goodness. 177 00:13:53,791 --> 00:13:56,919 Is our Private First Class Kang Seong-jae already wondering 178 00:13:57,003 --> 00:13:58,254 what dishes he should make? 179 00:13:58,421 --> 00:14:02,133 - Well, it's just... - Now, hold on. 180 00:14:02,216 --> 00:14:05,011 We can't actually serve the Battalion Commander snack food. 181 00:14:05,595 --> 00:14:08,806 It should be something a little luxurious, something. 182 00:14:08,890 --> 00:14:11,559 A menu that makes him feel like he's being treated to something special. 183 00:14:12,143 --> 00:14:13,353 How should I put it? Something like... 184 00:14:13,436 --> 00:14:15,396 Like Korean royal cuisine. 185 00:14:15,980 --> 00:14:17,523 Korean royal cuisine, all of a sudden? 186 00:14:17,815 --> 00:14:20,068 Why? How about sinseollo? 187 00:14:20,818 --> 00:14:23,571 Sinseollo, sir? 188 00:14:23,654 --> 00:14:26,449 Oh, does that have perilla powder in it too? 189 00:14:26,532 --> 00:14:29,202 Company Commander, don't you think overdoing it like that 190 00:14:29,285 --> 00:14:31,037 will just make things worse? 191 00:14:31,120 --> 00:14:33,289 Okay. Private First Class Kang Seong-jae. 192 00:14:33,414 --> 00:14:35,083 Make sure to come up with a good idea. 193 00:14:35,792 --> 00:14:36,834 Got it? 194 00:14:41,005 --> 00:14:44,175 GANGLIM OUTPOST 195 00:14:44,258 --> 00:14:45,968 Private First Class Kang Seong-jae, are you ready? 196 00:14:46,177 --> 00:14:50,390 - You mean right now, sir? - Yes, come on, let's hurry. 197 00:14:50,473 --> 00:14:52,892 The Battalion Commander is waiting. Now, let's get it! 198 00:14:57,605 --> 00:14:58,731 ROSE-KNIFE 199 00:14:59,440 --> 00:15:00,942 Sergeant Yoon Dong-hyun, I'm heading out. 200 00:15:01,025 --> 00:15:02,026 Salute! 201 00:15:02,235 --> 00:15:03,277 Yes, Salute. 202 00:15:09,867 --> 00:15:12,703 Then who's going to make lunch and do the dishes? 203 00:15:12,995 --> 00:15:15,498 My gosh. Don't go! 204 00:15:18,876 --> 00:15:20,002 Oh, right. 205 00:15:20,628 --> 00:15:21,629 Private First Class Kang Seong-jae. 206 00:15:21,712 --> 00:15:23,005 Private First Class Kang Seong-jae, sir. 207 00:15:23,089 --> 00:15:27,301 Are you ready to serve a perfect meal to everyone in here? 208 00:15:27,385 --> 00:15:30,179 Since you believe in me I'll do my absolute best. 209 00:15:30,263 --> 00:15:33,558 Let's show them Ganglim is a force to be reckoned with. 210 00:15:37,979 --> 00:15:39,772 HOGUK HALL 211 00:15:39,856 --> 00:15:40,898 Hero. 212 00:15:41,858 --> 00:15:43,776 A new map has been unlocked. 213 00:15:45,611 --> 00:15:47,029 STAGE: OFFICERS' MESS 214 00:15:47,113 --> 00:15:48,197 The Officers' Mess. 215 00:15:49,073 --> 00:15:51,826 Welcome to the Officers' Mess. 216 00:15:52,994 --> 00:15:55,037 STRONG WILL, WE ARE ONE! 29TH DIVISION, 1ST BATTALION 217 00:15:56,831 --> 00:16:00,084 - Congratulations on your promotion. - Congratulations! 218 00:16:02,378 --> 00:16:03,880 Salute! 219 00:16:03,963 --> 00:16:06,048 Captain Hwang Seok-ho, 4th Company Commander. 220 00:16:06,132 --> 00:16:08,301 Seok-ho, Ye-rin, you're here. 221 00:16:08,384 --> 00:16:11,846 If the Battalion Commander calls for me I'll be there, no matter where, sir. 222 00:16:11,929 --> 00:16:13,931 My sincerest congratulations on your promotion. 223 00:16:14,015 --> 00:16:15,475 This is all thanks to you for following my lead 224 00:16:15,558 --> 00:16:17,268 and helping me out, isn't it? 225 00:16:18,060 --> 00:16:20,646 Oh, the Regimental Commander said he was curious 226 00:16:20,730 --> 00:16:22,064 so I brought Private First Class Kang Seong-jae with me. 227 00:16:22,148 --> 00:16:23,149 Good. 228 00:16:23,232 --> 00:16:24,692 I hear the soldiers at Ganglim Outpost 229 00:16:24,775 --> 00:16:26,277 have been gaining a lot of weight because of him. 230 00:16:26,360 --> 00:16:28,237 That braised boneless pollock you made 231 00:16:28,321 --> 00:16:30,364 had a completely unexpected flavor. 232 00:16:30,448 --> 00:16:32,074 - Nice. - Thank you. 233 00:16:32,158 --> 00:16:33,534 I knew you'd be like this. 234 00:16:33,868 --> 00:16:35,661 So, for the distinguished guests here 235 00:16:35,745 --> 00:16:36,913 Private First Class Kang Seong-jae 236 00:16:36,996 --> 00:16:38,664 will showcase his cooking. 237 00:16:40,041 --> 00:16:43,211 - Oh, really? - Private First Class Kang Seong-jae. 238 00:16:43,294 --> 00:16:45,296 It's an honor to be invited to such a special occasion. 239 00:16:45,379 --> 00:16:47,256 On the contrary, having you congratulate me 240 00:16:47,340 --> 00:16:49,300 Private First Class Kang Seong-jae, I'm so flattered. 241 00:16:53,387 --> 00:16:54,931 GOURMET RATING 242 00:16:56,057 --> 00:16:57,642 GOURMET RATING 243 00:17:00,228 --> 00:17:03,773 GOURMET RATING 244 00:17:10,780 --> 00:17:12,031 Five stars. 245 00:17:12,114 --> 00:17:14,909 Complete a five-star dish for the Regimental Commander. 246 00:17:14,992 --> 00:17:16,160 Why? 247 00:17:16,244 --> 00:17:19,247 - Sir? - Is there a fly on my head? 248 00:17:19,330 --> 00:17:20,623 No, that's not it, sir. 249 00:17:20,706 --> 00:17:22,375 It's just that I sense the powerful aura 250 00:17:22,458 --> 00:17:24,377 of a true gourmet from you, Regimental Commander. 251 00:17:26,128 --> 00:17:29,382 Gosh, this kid is a great judge of character. 252 00:17:29,465 --> 00:17:31,884 The Regimental Commander is very particular about his food. 253 00:17:31,968 --> 00:17:36,264 I mean, he even keeps a whole list of great restaurants on his phone. 254 00:17:36,347 --> 00:17:39,725 My wife is always nagging me to eat whatever 255 00:17:39,809 --> 00:17:42,103 but if you're going to eat something, it might as well be delicious, right? 256 00:17:42,186 --> 00:17:43,646 - Right. - That's right. 257 00:17:43,729 --> 00:17:46,440 A man doing such important work should only eat the best, shouldn't he? 258 00:17:47,650 --> 00:17:50,278 Private First Class Kang Seong-jae, let's show him a delicious dish 259 00:17:50,361 --> 00:17:53,155 that's perfect for the Regimental Commander's 260 00:17:53,239 --> 00:17:54,365 refined and noble palate. 261 00:17:55,533 --> 00:17:57,159 Yes, I'll get right on it. 262 00:17:57,243 --> 00:18:00,621 Hey, someone show this man to the kitchen. 263 00:18:00,705 --> 00:18:02,164 Yes, sir. I'll show him the way. 264 00:18:17,972 --> 00:18:20,641 - We don't have time. Let's move. - Yes, sir. 265 00:18:20,725 --> 00:18:21,726 How can I help you? 266 00:18:21,809 --> 00:18:23,352 Salute! Private First Class Kang Seong-jae. 267 00:18:23,436 --> 00:18:24,687 I'm here to assist in the kitchen. 268 00:18:25,062 --> 00:18:28,190 Oh, you don't have to salute. We're informal here. 269 00:18:28,608 --> 00:18:29,734 Oh, okay. 270 00:18:29,817 --> 00:18:32,945 I was told to make a dish to celebrate the promotion. 271 00:18:33,029 --> 00:18:35,615 But what should I do? We weren't told anything about this. 272 00:18:36,532 --> 00:18:39,493 Let me check on that. Follow me. 273 00:18:45,291 --> 00:18:46,542 Corporal Lee Ho-yeong. 274 00:18:48,210 --> 00:18:49,837 This guy says he's from Ganglim Outpost 275 00:18:49,920 --> 00:18:52,632 and that the Battalion Commander ordered him to cook. 276 00:19:01,182 --> 00:19:04,435 We have more than enough people here. Why bring in someone from Ganglim? 277 00:19:04,518 --> 00:19:05,561 That's what I'm saying. 278 00:19:06,687 --> 00:19:09,065 GOURMET RATING 279 00:19:10,816 --> 00:19:13,235 Gourmet Rating cannot be verified. 280 00:19:16,322 --> 00:19:18,115 Why are you staring at me like that? 281 00:19:18,199 --> 00:19:21,744 Private First Class Kang Seong-jae, 4th Company, Ganglim Outpost. 282 00:19:21,827 --> 00:19:22,870 I look forward to working with you. 283 00:19:22,953 --> 00:19:26,749 Outpost? I don't think a cook from an outpost can do anything here. 284 00:19:27,166 --> 00:19:29,251 We already have a full course menu planned 285 00:19:29,335 --> 00:19:31,128 so I don't think we can just give you something to do all of a sudden. 286 00:19:31,420 --> 00:19:35,716 Well, then... I'll make a dish that I'm capable of. 287 00:19:35,800 --> 00:19:37,468 And if you do? When are you planning to serve it? 288 00:19:38,177 --> 00:19:41,055 - Pardon? - The dining sequence is part of the meal 289 00:19:41,138 --> 00:19:43,224 and we can't have your dish interrupting the flow. 290 00:19:45,309 --> 00:19:46,477 But still 291 00:19:46,560 --> 00:19:48,270 if I make it delicious, shouldn't that be enough? 292 00:19:48,354 --> 00:19:50,147 Oh, is that right? 293 00:19:50,815 --> 00:19:52,316 You can cook over there. 294 00:19:52,441 --> 00:19:55,319 As for ingredients, open the fridge and grab whatever you need. 295 00:19:55,403 --> 00:19:56,487 Yes, I understand. 296 00:20:01,409 --> 00:20:02,952 Hey, who brought that guy in? 297 00:20:03,035 --> 00:20:04,495 They say he's from Ganglim Outpost. 298 00:20:05,454 --> 00:20:07,707 Gosh, he looks like a total dud. 299 00:20:07,873 --> 00:20:10,459 - This is going to be a pain. - Is the prep done? 300 00:20:10,543 --> 00:20:12,795 - Not yet, sir. - Then shut your traps and finish it. 301 00:20:12,878 --> 00:20:14,255 - Do we have enough time? - No, sir. 302 00:20:14,338 --> 00:20:16,382 If you're done chaming the perilla leaves, get the gastrique ready. 303 00:20:16,465 --> 00:20:19,885 - Yes, sir. - Chaming? Prep... 304 00:20:20,553 --> 00:20:22,388 What's a gastrique? 305 00:20:23,848 --> 00:20:28,436 Prep, gastrique. New keywords have been registered. 306 00:20:34,734 --> 00:20:36,652 I have to pull off a five-star dish 307 00:20:36,736 --> 00:20:38,320 that I've never even attempted before. 308 00:20:39,405 --> 00:20:42,825 First, I need to see what I can make with the ingredients they have. 309 00:20:44,660 --> 00:20:46,620 - Oh, I'm sorry. - Darn it. 310 00:20:53,252 --> 00:20:54,295 My goodness. 311 00:21:17,777 --> 00:21:18,778 GRADE A ORGANIC CARROTS FROM JEJU ISLAND 312 00:21:19,320 --> 00:21:20,863 Grade A organic carrots. 313 00:21:21,155 --> 00:21:22,823 Grown healthily in Jeju's volcanic soil 314 00:21:22,907 --> 00:21:24,825 without pesticides or chemical fertilizers. 315 00:21:25,117 --> 00:21:28,078 Gosh, even the carrots they get here are organic. 316 00:21:33,334 --> 00:21:36,754 Grade A Namhae spinach. Grown in the clean sea breeze 317 00:21:36,837 --> 00:21:38,464 giving it thick leaves and a rich aroma. 318 00:21:38,547 --> 00:21:39,548 My goodness. 319 00:21:40,966 --> 00:21:43,010 Grade A Jeju black pork loin. 320 00:21:43,093 --> 00:21:46,305 Evenly marbled with fat, making it tender, not tough. 321 00:21:50,184 --> 00:21:51,685 With ingredients like these... 322 00:21:55,147 --> 00:21:56,190 Okay. 323 00:22:09,245 --> 00:22:12,164 I can tell how fresh it is just by the sound. 324 00:22:49,743 --> 00:22:50,744 Yes! 325 00:22:51,120 --> 00:22:52,913 Okay, I've got it. 326 00:22:55,833 --> 00:22:58,168 It's come back to this. Braised boneless pollack. 327 00:22:58,794 --> 00:23:00,963 And without Kang Seong-jae, this is a huge problem. 328 00:23:01,505 --> 00:23:02,965 Hey, there. 329 00:23:03,215 --> 00:23:05,509 What are you doing all alone in your final year of service? 330 00:23:05,593 --> 00:23:07,678 Jeez, can't you tell? 331 00:23:07,761 --> 00:23:09,638 This is my punishment for getting a bad junior. 332 00:23:09,847 --> 00:23:12,224 Gosh, that Kang Seong-jae is really making things difficult for everyone. 333 00:23:12,308 --> 00:23:13,475 Look who's talking. 334 00:23:14,810 --> 00:23:16,687 - What are you doing in the kitchen? - What do you think? 335 00:23:16,979 --> 00:23:18,647 The company administration officer said not to leave you alone 336 00:23:18,731 --> 00:23:19,773 so he sent me to help out. 337 00:23:19,857 --> 00:23:22,651 No, I mean, there are plenty of other guys, so why you? 338 00:23:22,735 --> 00:23:23,986 Well... 339 00:23:24,069 --> 00:23:27,156 Who else can put up with Sergeant Yoon Dong-hyun? 340 00:23:27,448 --> 00:23:29,575 They've just stuck the top two most senior guys 341 00:23:29,658 --> 00:23:32,786 at the outpost in the mess hall. What a total mess. 342 00:23:33,829 --> 00:23:36,832 So, what should I start prepping? 343 00:23:38,375 --> 00:23:39,460 It's... 344 00:23:42,630 --> 00:23:43,839 Braised boneless pollack. 345 00:23:46,175 --> 00:23:47,176 What? 346 00:23:50,304 --> 00:23:52,222 Braised boneless pollack without Kang Seong-jae? 347 00:23:54,266 --> 00:23:55,351 How are we supposed to make it? 348 00:23:59,563 --> 00:24:03,359 You have no idea how cute my daughter is. 349 00:24:04,401 --> 00:24:05,653 They say parents are a mirror for their children 350 00:24:05,736 --> 00:24:08,364 and she copies everything I do. 351 00:24:11,825 --> 00:24:14,870 I've taken her out for so much good food 352 00:24:14,954 --> 00:24:17,331 that she's become quite the picky eater. 353 00:24:18,916 --> 00:24:21,293 My son just sits around playing games all day. 354 00:24:21,377 --> 00:24:22,795 I have no idea who he takes after. 355 00:24:23,170 --> 00:24:25,297 It drives me crazy watching him. Absolutely crazy. 356 00:24:25,381 --> 00:24:28,842 But nowadays, gaming is considered a valuable skill, isn't it? 357 00:24:29,176 --> 00:24:30,970 The Republic of Korea is a powerhouse in e-sports 358 00:24:31,053 --> 00:24:33,347 so you never know he could become a great gamer. 359 00:24:33,430 --> 00:24:36,892 That's only if he's good at it. 360 00:24:37,184 --> 00:24:40,187 I don't know much about games, but from what I've seen 361 00:24:40,270 --> 00:24:42,189 he's really terrible at it. 362 00:24:42,731 --> 00:24:45,567 If you don't have the talent for something you should know when to quit. 363 00:24:45,651 --> 00:24:47,152 But he's stubborn about the wrong things. 364 00:24:50,280 --> 00:24:52,533 So, Outpost Commander, what were you like as a kid? 365 00:24:53,325 --> 00:24:54,451 Well... 366 00:24:55,035 --> 00:24:58,580 I think I was just an ordinary student. 367 00:24:59,081 --> 00:25:01,583 You know, quiet and unremarkable. 368 00:25:02,668 --> 00:25:05,045 That's surprising. I figured our Outpost Commander 369 00:25:05,129 --> 00:25:07,006 would've been quite something back in school. 370 00:25:09,091 --> 00:25:10,509 The Company Commander would know, right? 371 00:25:10,592 --> 00:25:11,885 How stubborn our Outpost Commander is. 372 00:25:12,344 --> 00:25:13,554 Stubborn... 373 00:25:15,514 --> 00:25:17,766 She is, rather. Our Outpost Commander. 374 00:25:17,975 --> 00:25:20,644 Stubbornness. It's important. 375 00:25:21,562 --> 00:25:23,480 But telling the difference between determination 376 00:25:23,564 --> 00:25:26,483 and just being pigheaded, I think that's important too. 377 00:25:27,109 --> 00:25:29,737 Our people at Ganglim are all good. 378 00:25:30,029 --> 00:25:33,282 But I'm starting to see these little shortcomings one by one. 379 00:25:33,365 --> 00:25:34,825 I'm only saying this because it's a shame to see. 380 00:25:37,411 --> 00:25:38,454 Let's have a drink. 381 00:25:45,294 --> 00:25:46,503 Salute! 382 00:25:46,587 --> 00:25:49,757 This guy has a bit of main character syndrome. 383 00:25:50,507 --> 00:25:51,967 I was a little late carrying out 384 00:25:52,051 --> 00:25:54,219 a grave mission befitting my new rank. 385 00:25:54,303 --> 00:25:55,596 And you got the job done? 386 00:25:55,679 --> 00:25:57,014 Yes, of course. 387 00:26:00,309 --> 00:26:01,393 Nice. 388 00:26:02,061 --> 00:26:04,354 I've been working all day and haven't had a single decent meal. 389 00:26:05,147 --> 00:26:06,482 Thanks, 4th Company Commander. 390 00:26:07,775 --> 00:26:10,235 But you must not be very busy over there 391 00:26:10,611 --> 00:26:11,695 seeing as you got here so early. 392 00:26:41,600 --> 00:26:43,393 If you stir-fry it for too long 393 00:26:43,477 --> 00:26:45,562 the texture of the noodles will be ruined. 394 00:26:46,146 --> 00:26:49,316 The noodles might get soggy, so be careful. 395 00:27:16,969 --> 00:27:19,054 Just mix the ingredients and it's ready to go out. 396 00:27:19,138 --> 00:27:20,222 Just the ingredients. 397 00:27:29,731 --> 00:27:30,858 My goodness. 398 00:27:30,941 --> 00:27:32,734 When the Regimental Commander dined with us before 399 00:27:32,818 --> 00:27:35,737 I heard him mention he eats lotus root for his circulation 400 00:27:36,071 --> 00:27:37,781 so I prepared some fried lotus root chips. 401 00:27:37,865 --> 00:27:41,702 I fried thinly sliced lotus root, and topped it with beef tartare. 402 00:27:41,785 --> 00:27:45,164 - Please enjoy. Salute! - Thanks. 403 00:27:45,581 --> 00:27:48,292 I guess you have to be this good to be a soldier in the Officers' Mess. 404 00:27:48,375 --> 00:27:51,336 This is why I can't help but adore this guy. 405 00:27:51,795 --> 00:27:53,380 All right, then. At a time like this 406 00:27:53,463 --> 00:27:55,174 shouldn't we launch one of our missiles? 407 00:27:55,257 --> 00:27:58,135 Regimental Commander, your timing is perfect as always. 408 00:28:02,014 --> 00:28:04,308 All right, missile. 409 00:28:04,391 --> 00:28:08,395 - For the future, for love, for work! - Launch! 410 00:28:22,409 --> 00:28:24,995 The terrifying braised boneless pollack. 411 00:28:25,621 --> 00:28:27,915 Don't you think we should at least do something? 412 00:28:28,582 --> 00:28:30,334 You saw what Kang Seong-jae was doing, didn't you? 413 00:28:30,417 --> 00:28:32,544 I saw it. I only watched, though. 414 00:28:32,628 --> 00:28:34,129 Who knew a day like this would come again? 415 00:28:34,213 --> 00:28:35,464 And that I'd have to do it alone? 416 00:28:35,964 --> 00:28:39,134 Hey, that hurts. Really. You're not alone. 417 00:28:39,218 --> 00:28:40,469 While you were on leave 418 00:28:40,552 --> 00:28:42,262 I worked hard to get back to my old prime. 419 00:28:42,346 --> 00:28:43,388 So then... 420 00:28:43,889 --> 00:28:45,724 - Just the two of us? - Yes. 421 00:28:45,807 --> 00:28:47,184 Shouldn't we show these kids 422 00:28:47,267 --> 00:28:48,936 we didn't eat all that army food for nothing? 423 00:28:51,480 --> 00:28:54,191 Right. We may not be as good as Kang Seong-jae 424 00:28:54,274 --> 00:28:55,400 but we can do this. 425 00:28:55,484 --> 00:28:56,985 - Yes! - Let's do this! 426 00:29:07,829 --> 00:29:09,539 What? Wait a minute. 427 00:29:09,623 --> 00:29:10,874 - Why? - What's wrong? 428 00:29:13,293 --> 00:29:14,461 What is going on here? 429 00:29:14,628 --> 00:29:16,630 Hey, where did Kang Seong-jae go? And why is that guy here? 430 00:29:16,713 --> 00:29:19,591 What? Kang Seong-jae was called to the Officers' Mess. 431 00:29:19,675 --> 00:29:23,262 - Darn it. This is driving me nuts. - Hey, what's on the menu today? 432 00:29:26,390 --> 00:29:30,477 - Why? - It's braised boneless pollack. 433 00:29:32,020 --> 00:29:35,232 I tasted it for seasoning, and it's not bad, okay? 434 00:29:35,315 --> 00:29:36,775 So just take one bite 435 00:29:36,858 --> 00:29:40,779 and give me your honest, truthful opinion. 436 00:29:41,154 --> 00:29:42,531 The fact that Sergeant Yoon Dong-hyun tasted it 437 00:29:42,614 --> 00:29:43,991 is what's really scary. 438 00:29:45,450 --> 00:29:48,036 Hey! I can't take it. Let's go. 439 00:29:52,291 --> 00:29:54,584 Where do you think you're going? 440 00:29:55,168 --> 00:29:57,087 This is the masterpiece of Ganglim's top two cooks. 441 00:29:57,170 --> 00:29:58,630 Don't complain and go eat. 442 00:29:58,797 --> 00:30:01,425 I'll tell the company administration officer that you're skipping your meal. 443 00:30:01,508 --> 00:30:02,884 Oh, dear. 444 00:30:02,968 --> 00:30:05,095 Do you really think this makes any sense? 445 00:30:05,178 --> 00:30:07,014 Sergeant Yoon Dong-hyun. 446 00:30:10,767 --> 00:30:11,768 Get in here. 447 00:30:22,362 --> 00:30:24,239 The last beef bone soup was edible 448 00:30:24,406 --> 00:30:25,741 so maybe the pollack will be good too? 449 00:30:25,824 --> 00:30:26,992 Corporal Joo Sang-uk. 450 00:30:27,075 --> 00:30:29,411 Do you know why people fall for scams? 451 00:30:29,911 --> 00:30:33,081 At first, they're really nice to you. They make you trust them. 452 00:30:33,165 --> 00:30:35,167 Then the moment your suspicion fades 453 00:30:35,250 --> 00:30:37,336 they take everything you have in one fell swoop. 454 00:30:38,754 --> 00:30:40,380 So you're saying the beef bone soup was bait? 455 00:30:40,464 --> 00:30:41,590 Of course. 456 00:30:42,132 --> 00:30:44,634 Didn't I say I could do it too? 457 00:30:44,718 --> 00:30:46,553 The moment you think, "Looks okay," 458 00:30:46,636 --> 00:30:48,722 and take a bite it's over. 459 00:30:48,805 --> 00:30:50,849 No one stick your spoons in there carelessly. 460 00:30:50,932 --> 00:30:51,975 You'll be a goner. 461 00:30:56,521 --> 00:30:59,232 - Eat. - Darn it. 462 00:31:00,692 --> 00:31:01,902 Whatever. 463 00:31:07,741 --> 00:31:10,035 What? Oh! 464 00:31:11,161 --> 00:31:13,413 I feel like they were really going for it with this one. 465 00:31:13,497 --> 00:31:15,290 Hey, I'm telling you, you're being scammed. 466 00:31:21,213 --> 00:31:22,214 What? 467 00:31:22,297 --> 00:31:23,757 What's going on right before he's discharged? 468 00:31:28,762 --> 00:31:29,763 What? 469 00:31:30,764 --> 00:31:33,266 Isn't it a bad sign when a person changes all of a sudden? 470 00:31:33,350 --> 00:31:34,476 This is delicious. 471 00:31:37,396 --> 00:31:38,522 It's delicious! 472 00:31:44,611 --> 00:31:46,571 - Darn it. - Hey! Get it away! 473 00:31:46,655 --> 00:31:48,281 We really don't get along. 474 00:31:51,326 --> 00:31:55,956 KANG SEONG-JAE'S RECIPE NOTE 475 00:32:41,168 --> 00:32:45,172 JAPCHAE 476 00:32:45,255 --> 00:32:47,424 Japchae. Four stars. 477 00:32:47,591 --> 00:32:49,468 I followed the recipe perfectly. 478 00:32:49,551 --> 00:32:51,011 Let's get ready to serve the main dish! 479 00:32:51,094 --> 00:32:52,220 - Yes, sir. - Yes, sir. 480 00:32:53,138 --> 00:32:54,681 If it's not a five-star dish 481 00:32:54,764 --> 00:32:56,766 it won't satisfy Regimental Commander. 482 00:32:57,434 --> 00:33:00,061 How can I get that final star? 483 00:33:00,937 --> 00:33:04,524 At this rate, the quest will be a complete failure. 484 00:33:11,907 --> 00:33:13,033 Hey. 485 00:33:13,241 --> 00:33:16,536 - Are you taking that out now? - Yes. I'm about to. 486 00:33:17,037 --> 00:33:18,371 - Let's take this out too. - Yes. 487 00:33:18,455 --> 00:33:19,831 Wait, hold on a second. 488 00:33:19,956 --> 00:33:21,958 Why? Is there something else you need to do? 489 00:33:23,627 --> 00:33:24,669 Well... 490 00:33:25,545 --> 00:33:28,673 It's just it feels like it's missing a little something. 491 00:33:30,800 --> 00:33:31,885 Let me taste it. 492 00:33:44,940 --> 00:33:46,316 It seems fine. 493 00:33:51,112 --> 00:33:52,280 Should we serve it like this? 494 00:33:58,537 --> 00:34:01,373 No. It's not good enough yet. 495 00:34:18,181 --> 00:34:19,599 The dish we've prepared for you today 496 00:34:19,683 --> 00:34:22,894 is duck leg, marinated for 24 hours in salt and various herbs. 497 00:34:22,978 --> 00:34:24,312 It was slow-cooked for three and a half hours 498 00:34:24,396 --> 00:34:26,106 in 65°C duck fat to create this duck confit 499 00:34:26,189 --> 00:34:28,858 which we've paired with an orange gastrique sauce. 500 00:34:28,942 --> 00:34:30,610 Please enjoy the texture of the crispy duck skin 501 00:34:30,694 --> 00:34:33,572 along with the tender meat. 502 00:34:33,655 --> 00:34:36,700 Gosh, is this really the same duck dish we're used to? 503 00:34:37,993 --> 00:34:38,994 On such a special day 504 00:34:39,077 --> 00:34:42,038 we felt an ordinary dish wouldn't properly convey our congratulations 505 00:34:42,122 --> 00:34:43,540 so we put a great deal of care into it. 506 00:34:43,623 --> 00:34:44,666 Please, enjoy your meal. 507 00:34:45,125 --> 00:34:46,167 Thanks! 508 00:34:50,630 --> 00:34:55,218 Gosh, just the smell of this makes me feel full already. 509 00:34:56,386 --> 00:34:58,096 Please eat, Regimental Commander. 510 00:34:59,055 --> 00:35:01,683 - Oh, yes. Let's dig in. - Yes, sir. 511 00:35:10,066 --> 00:35:11,818 JAPCHAE: SQUEEZE WATER FROM SPINACH, ADD SALT AND SESAME OIL AND TOSS 512 00:35:11,901 --> 00:35:13,486 SOAK GLASS NOODLES IN WATER, CUT THE ONION INTO BITE-SIZED PIECES 513 00:35:17,490 --> 00:35:18,617 Darn it. 514 00:35:19,117 --> 00:35:22,621 I feel like I need to find the solution before I can start over. 515 00:35:22,829 --> 00:35:24,789 - Let's serve dessert. - Yes. 516 00:35:34,841 --> 00:35:37,093 This feels more like a wake than a feast. 517 00:35:42,098 --> 00:35:44,559 - May I ask you something? - Yes, what is it? 518 00:35:44,768 --> 00:35:47,395 When you make a dish that isn't satisfactory 519 00:35:47,854 --> 00:35:49,856 how do you find a way forward? 520 00:35:50,607 --> 00:35:53,693 Until I can serve a dish that makes them pick up their utensils again 521 00:35:54,277 --> 00:35:55,528 I'd just keep cooking. 522 00:35:55,695 --> 00:35:56,696 On and on. 523 00:35:57,614 --> 00:36:00,116 This dish is how they're going to remember you, right? 524 00:36:19,844 --> 00:36:22,639 - Darn it, what is he doing? - Just leave him be. 525 00:36:23,181 --> 00:36:26,142 - Let's see what he's got. - Yes, understood. 526 00:36:36,444 --> 00:36:38,947 Japchae. Four stars. 527 00:36:45,537 --> 00:36:49,165 Add a special ingredient to upgrade the dish's class. 528 00:37:21,489 --> 00:37:23,491 WILD PINE MUSHROOMS, GRADE S FROM ULJIN, GYEONGBUK 529 00:37:23,575 --> 00:37:26,995 Wild pine mushrooms. Grade S. 530 00:37:30,248 --> 00:37:33,334 So Grade S ingredients really do exist. 531 00:37:34,127 --> 00:37:35,128 Its aroma is so intense 532 00:37:35,211 --> 00:37:38,256 it fills your mouth with flavor even without any special preparation. 533 00:37:44,012 --> 00:37:46,264 Who would take a knife to wild pine mushrooms? 534 00:37:47,015 --> 00:37:48,850 You have to tear it along the grain to keep the aroma intact. 535 00:37:50,185 --> 00:37:51,269 Oh, I see. 536 00:37:53,229 --> 00:37:54,773 I didn't know that. Thank you. 537 00:38:16,711 --> 00:38:21,132 WILD PINE MUSHROOM JAPCHAE 538 00:38:21,216 --> 00:38:23,176 Wild pine mushroom japchae. 539 00:38:23,635 --> 00:38:27,680 By adding a Grade S ingredient, one star is added. 540 00:38:27,764 --> 00:38:29,808 GUILTY OF BEING TOO DELICIOUS 541 00:38:30,099 --> 00:38:33,019 All right. Thanks to Corporal Lee Ho-yeong 542 00:38:33,478 --> 00:38:38,358 from the appetizer to the dessert, we've enjoyed a full-course meal. 543 00:38:39,067 --> 00:38:40,485 We should have promotions more often. 544 00:38:40,568 --> 00:38:42,654 So we can eat lavish dishes like this. 545 00:38:43,822 --> 00:38:45,406 If I had my way 546 00:38:45,490 --> 00:38:48,576 I almost wish Corporal Lee Ho-yeong's discharge date would never come. 547 00:38:48,952 --> 00:38:51,120 If you were to eat delicious food like this on the outside 548 00:38:51,204 --> 00:38:53,665 - how much would you have to pay? - That's right. 549 00:38:55,500 --> 00:38:56,584 What? 550 00:38:58,586 --> 00:39:01,589 - I'm sorry I'm late. - Come to think of it 551 00:39:01,673 --> 00:39:04,467 Private First Class Kang Seong-jae's dish is finally being served. 552 00:39:04,759 --> 00:39:07,387 Isn't this japchae? 553 00:39:07,470 --> 00:39:10,265 Yes. It's japchae made with wild pine mushrooms. 554 00:39:11,099 --> 00:39:12,350 Can't you see 555 00:39:12,433 --> 00:39:14,018 that we've already finished our meal, dessert and all? 556 00:39:14,102 --> 00:39:17,272 No, let's at least hear his reason for making it. 557 00:39:18,022 --> 00:39:21,234 Of all the possible dishes, why did you choose japchae? 558 00:39:23,862 --> 00:39:25,029 I chose it because 559 00:39:25,113 --> 00:39:27,115 it's an essential dish for a feast like this one. 560 00:39:27,949 --> 00:39:31,703 Well, you're not wrong, but since it's japchae 561 00:39:32,412 --> 00:39:34,205 I have to admit I'm not really looking forward to it. 562 00:39:34,289 --> 00:39:37,375 We should have discussed the menu. I'm sorry, sir. 563 00:39:44,090 --> 00:39:48,720 Gosh, but the aroma of the pine mushrooms is quite wonderful. 564 00:40:05,695 --> 00:40:06,821 Order in the court. 565 00:40:06,905 --> 00:40:09,574 Your Honor, the defendant armed itself with its aroma 566 00:40:09,657 --> 00:40:11,534 and bewitched the people. 567 00:40:13,036 --> 00:40:14,245 Objection. 568 00:40:14,412 --> 00:40:18,207 The defendant couldn't help its own inherent aroma. 569 00:40:18,291 --> 00:40:20,710 Overruled. Continue, prosecutor. 570 00:40:23,046 --> 00:40:25,506 Furthermore, by simultaneously expressing 571 00:40:25,590 --> 00:40:28,343 both chewy and crunchy textures, it has gotten people addicted 572 00:40:28,426 --> 00:40:30,053 and made it impossible for them to stop. 573 00:40:30,136 --> 00:40:31,304 Leading the witness. 574 00:40:31,387 --> 00:40:34,015 The people ate it of their own free will. 575 00:40:34,098 --> 00:40:37,727 Your Honor, on the charge of utterly captivating people's minds 576 00:40:38,937 --> 00:40:41,230 I indict the defendant, pine mushroom japchae. 577 00:40:42,690 --> 00:40:45,443 THE DEFENDANT 578 00:40:50,073 --> 00:40:53,034 THE JUDGE 579 00:40:53,117 --> 00:40:54,285 I will now pass sentence. 580 00:40:54,494 --> 00:40:55,787 The defendant, japchae. 581 00:40:56,871 --> 00:40:58,873 The defendant, japchae, is guilty. 582 00:41:01,125 --> 00:41:03,544 Guilty of being too delicious. 583 00:41:07,298 --> 00:41:09,092 Private First Class Kang Seong-jae is guilty! 584 00:41:10,843 --> 00:41:14,514 - What? - Oh, no. 585 00:41:14,764 --> 00:41:16,516 This is absolutely excellent. 586 00:41:18,685 --> 00:41:20,561 So the good morale in the 4th Company lately 587 00:41:20,645 --> 00:41:23,106 - was all thanks to the food. - That's right. 588 00:41:23,189 --> 00:41:25,441 Gosh, your skills have improved quite a bit 589 00:41:25,525 --> 00:41:26,901 since that braised boneless pollack. 590 00:41:26,985 --> 00:41:29,362 Thank you, sir. Maybe because this is the Officers' Mess 591 00:41:29,445 --> 00:41:31,322 it was possible because of the great ingredients 592 00:41:31,406 --> 00:41:32,907 like the pine mushrooms. 593 00:41:32,991 --> 00:41:34,742 Precious pine mushrooms? 594 00:41:34,826 --> 00:41:35,994 Of course 595 00:41:36,077 --> 00:41:38,830 the aroma of the pine mushrooms played a big part in the japchae 596 00:41:38,913 --> 00:41:40,623 but the spinach, onions, and carrots 597 00:41:40,707 --> 00:41:43,001 were of much better quality in the Officers' Mess. 598 00:41:45,962 --> 00:41:48,172 Are you saying ingredients to the Officers' Mess 599 00:41:48,256 --> 00:41:50,341 and the Mess Hall are different? 600 00:41:51,968 --> 00:41:53,720 Support Section Chief, what is going on here? 601 00:41:53,803 --> 00:41:55,013 Well... 602 00:41:55,555 --> 00:41:58,182 It seems there was some kind of mistake. 603 00:41:58,933 --> 00:42:01,519 As far as I know, of all the provisions that come into the Mess Hall 604 00:42:01,602 --> 00:42:02,979 there haven't been any problems with any of them. 605 00:42:03,062 --> 00:42:04,897 The difference in the food ingredients 606 00:42:05,898 --> 00:42:07,108 is a fact. 607 00:42:09,068 --> 00:42:10,236 Outpost Commander. 608 00:42:10,987 --> 00:42:12,780 Are you sure you know what you're talking about? 609 00:42:13,114 --> 00:42:15,491 Since we just signed a provisions contract with a new company 610 00:42:15,575 --> 00:42:16,784 it's possible that 611 00:42:16,868 --> 00:42:19,412 the previous supplier intentionally delivered poor-quality provisions. 612 00:42:19,495 --> 00:42:21,622 But I was never informed of anything. 613 00:42:21,831 --> 00:42:23,916 Actually, this isn't something that just started happening... 614 00:42:25,001 --> 00:42:26,169 I'm sorry. 615 00:42:26,252 --> 00:42:29,255 We should investigate this further and then report back. 616 00:42:29,338 --> 00:42:30,423 I apologize. 617 00:42:33,342 --> 00:42:35,511 Let's not mess around when it comes to food. 618 00:42:35,887 --> 00:42:37,180 Battalion Commander, investigate this thoroughly 619 00:42:37,263 --> 00:42:41,059 - and report back to me. Understood? - Yes, sir. 620 00:43:00,787 --> 00:43:01,871 Hero. 621 00:43:02,246 --> 00:43:05,750 You have completed the Five-Star Quest. 622 00:43:06,709 --> 00:43:10,588 As a reward, you have acquired dessert and other cooking recipes. 623 00:43:20,556 --> 00:43:21,557 Thank you. 624 00:43:21,641 --> 00:43:23,810 Thanks to you, I was able to finish the dish I wanted to make. 625 00:43:25,812 --> 00:43:27,897 It doesn't seem like you've formally studied cooking. 626 00:43:29,232 --> 00:43:31,109 I first started cooking after I joined the army. 627 00:43:31,776 --> 00:43:36,155 Anyone could tell. You looked a bit clumsy and awkward. 628 00:43:37,782 --> 00:43:40,076 I thought I'd improved a lot since I started 629 00:43:40,785 --> 00:43:42,495 but after coming to the Officers' Mess 630 00:43:42,578 --> 00:43:44,956 I truly feel like I was a frog in a well. 631 00:43:45,331 --> 00:43:48,417 There are so many amazing cooks here. 632 00:43:50,128 --> 00:43:52,380 I didn't expect you to suddenly serve japchae. 633 00:43:53,005 --> 00:43:55,883 In a way, I guess you could call it bold. 634 00:43:56,467 --> 00:43:58,427 - Thank you. - That wasn't a compliment. 635 00:43:59,220 --> 00:44:02,306 Even so, I've really learned a lot today. 636 00:44:05,768 --> 00:44:07,603 Could you bring me some of the japchae you made earlier? 637 00:44:13,860 --> 00:44:16,154 Doesn't he usually avoid eating food made by others? 638 00:44:16,320 --> 00:44:19,323 He does. He hates ruining his palate. 639 00:44:32,336 --> 00:44:33,504 What do you think? 640 00:44:49,604 --> 00:44:51,272 You seemed so unsure of yourself, so I was worried. 641 00:44:53,191 --> 00:44:54,317 But it's better than I expected. 642 00:44:57,278 --> 00:44:58,362 Thank you. 643 00:44:59,572 --> 00:45:00,740 Well, but... 644 00:45:01,282 --> 00:45:03,534 If it's not too much to ask 645 00:45:03,743 --> 00:45:07,705 may I also try the dish you made? 646 00:45:16,464 --> 00:45:18,507 - Try it. - Thank you. 647 00:45:19,258 --> 00:45:23,012 I don't think I've ever had a dish that looks like this. 648 00:45:25,473 --> 00:45:27,475 It's a French dish called duck confit. 649 00:46:12,478 --> 00:46:14,272 France, the land of gourmet food. 650 00:46:17,316 --> 00:46:18,734 The moment I take a bite 651 00:46:18,818 --> 00:46:23,572 I feel like I'm in the place that every chef dreams of. 652 00:46:25,783 --> 00:46:26,993 My mouth is filled. 653 00:46:27,410 --> 00:46:31,414 "This is French cuisine!" It feels like it's shouting that. 654 00:46:44,010 --> 00:46:47,805 Duck confit, six stars. 655 00:46:47,888 --> 00:46:50,433 DUCK CONFIT IT'S ENTRANCING AND BEAUTIFUL... 656 00:47:04,530 --> 00:47:07,742 It's so delicious. It's absolutely divine. 657 00:47:16,917 --> 00:47:18,669 Why are you being so nice to that guy? 658 00:47:18,753 --> 00:47:20,588 Don't you guys learn anything from watching him? 659 00:47:20,671 --> 00:47:22,631 We can make japchae with our eyes closed. 660 00:47:22,715 --> 00:47:25,885 You guys, who cook complacently, thinking "This is good enough"? 661 00:47:43,110 --> 00:47:44,195 I'm sorry. 662 00:47:44,612 --> 00:47:46,572 The Outpost Commander brought up something she didn't have to. 663 00:47:47,198 --> 00:47:48,240 Seok-ho. 664 00:47:50,326 --> 00:47:53,412 - Yes, Battalion Commander. - It's not confirmed yet 665 00:47:54,038 --> 00:47:56,374 but when I get promoted and transferred to headquarters 666 00:47:56,457 --> 00:47:58,250 I'm thinking of having you by my side. 667 00:48:02,129 --> 00:48:03,381 Are you serious, sir? 668 00:48:03,464 --> 00:48:06,634 It's more important for me to work with people I can trust. 669 00:48:08,386 --> 00:48:09,470 I see. 670 00:48:10,679 --> 00:48:14,683 I had no idea you thought so highly of me, Battalion Commander. 671 00:48:14,767 --> 00:48:16,560 Well, you always seem so disappointed. 672 00:48:16,936 --> 00:48:19,855 Anyway, I'm planning on taking you with me, all right? 673 00:48:21,357 --> 00:48:25,403 Yes, sir. I understand completely. 674 00:48:25,861 --> 00:48:26,862 Good. 675 00:48:37,248 --> 00:48:39,041 You should start looking out for yourself now, shouldn't you? 676 00:48:39,875 --> 00:48:43,129 From now on, I'll take good care of you so you won't feel left out. 677 00:48:43,212 --> 00:48:44,255 Don't worry. 678 00:48:46,799 --> 00:48:49,260 70TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ARMY FOUNDING 679 00:48:51,846 --> 00:48:53,264 IM SEUNG-BIN 680 00:49:09,989 --> 00:49:13,033 I thought I had received a skill that was too good for me 681 00:49:14,368 --> 00:49:17,455 but there are so many people far more talented than me. 682 00:49:18,664 --> 00:49:20,332 And I've become curious about the path ahead of me 683 00:49:20,416 --> 00:49:23,335 and just how endlessly it stretches on. 684 00:49:24,837 --> 00:49:26,046 How can I... 685 00:49:26,881 --> 00:49:29,091 learn even more? 686 00:49:33,304 --> 00:49:34,388 I apologize. 687 00:49:36,515 --> 00:49:39,185 You shouldn't have done something you'd need to apologize for. 688 00:49:39,518 --> 00:49:40,561 Right? 689 00:49:41,479 --> 00:49:42,480 Yes, sir. 690 00:49:43,939 --> 00:49:46,442 They told you to do a thorough comprehensive inspection 691 00:49:47,526 --> 00:49:50,446 - so do it right. - I will handle it properly. 692 00:49:51,030 --> 00:49:52,031 Min-gu. 693 00:49:53,532 --> 00:49:55,701 You get what I'm saying, right? 694 00:49:58,913 --> 00:49:59,997 Yes. 695 00:50:01,415 --> 00:50:02,666 Starting with Ganglim Outpost 696 00:50:03,667 --> 00:50:04,752 I will proceed. 697 00:50:04,960 --> 00:50:06,962 BATTALION COMMANDER'S OFFICE 698 00:50:18,974 --> 00:50:22,561 60TH REGIMENT, 1ST BATTALION GANGLIM 699 00:50:22,686 --> 00:50:23,687 Before roll call next Tuesday 700 00:50:23,771 --> 00:50:25,648 you are scheduled to watch an educational program 701 00:50:25,731 --> 00:50:26,857 on soldiers' human rights. 702 00:50:27,566 --> 00:50:30,444 - Sir, Company Commander. - What is it? We're in a meeting. 703 00:50:32,196 --> 00:50:33,197 Well... 704 00:50:34,198 --> 00:50:36,325 I think you need to go to the mess hall right now. 705 00:50:37,785 --> 00:50:38,827 Here you go. 706 00:50:38,911 --> 00:50:40,996 - Let's hurry up and get some rest. - Yes, sir. 707 00:50:44,917 --> 00:50:46,752 All right, freeze! 708 00:50:46,877 --> 00:50:48,170 INSPECTION 709 00:50:48,879 --> 00:50:50,339 What? Salute! 710 00:50:50,881 --> 00:50:52,424 As of this moment 711 00:50:52,508 --> 00:50:55,594 I'm conducting a comprehensive inspection of Ganglim Outpost. 712 00:50:57,638 --> 00:51:00,140 Nice to see you. Private First Class Kang Seong-jae. 713 00:51:01,183 --> 00:51:02,268 We keep running into each other, don't we? 714 00:51:38,971 --> 00:51:41,432 THE LEGEND OF KITCHEN SOLDIER 715 00:51:41,890 --> 00:51:43,392 We will now conduct an inspection of all personnel 716 00:51:43,475 --> 00:51:45,185 at Ganglim Outpost. 717 00:51:45,477 --> 00:51:47,146 You are here to be investigated. 718 00:51:47,229 --> 00:51:49,148 Then stop trying to railroad us 719 00:51:49,231 --> 00:51:50,733 and please conduct a proper investigation. 720 00:51:50,816 --> 00:51:54,695 What if I go and ask the Regimental Commander myself? 721 00:51:54,778 --> 00:51:55,904 Are you confident? 722 00:51:56,155 --> 00:51:58,407 Hey, this has to be the church the Regimental Commander 723 00:51:58,490 --> 00:52:01,452 - comes to every Sunday, right? - I made this to give to your daughter. 724 00:52:01,994 --> 00:52:03,495 Are you here, So-yul? 725 00:52:03,954 --> 00:52:05,539 If we give up now, the Outpost Commander will... 726 00:52:05,623 --> 00:52:07,541 How can you do this so suddenly? 727 00:52:07,750 --> 00:52:10,210 I'm thinking this might be a good chance to clean up Ganglim.