Tsk... I forgot to save a piece of fish for Wei Qian, Lin Xu thought.
"Try my cooking," the chubby chef said, having returned to his stove. "After the judges have finished scoring, I'll try your fish."
Seeing that the audience and the live media were all gathered around the judges, Lin Xu picked up a Pork Rib, popped it into his mouth, and then gently pulled, the bone sliding out cleanly.
The Pork Ribs had a rich, sweet flavor. But they weren't greasy; instead, they had a refreshing quality. Lin Xu noticed half a somewhat squeezed lemon on Wei Qian's stove and understood the trick. Wei Qian must have squeezed some lemon juice into the pot just before it was ready. This added a touch of refreshing brightness that cut through any potential greasiness, perfectly complementing the sweet and sour profile of the Pork Ribs. The amount of lemon was minimal, just enough to enhance without overpowering the rich aroma of the ribs or the classic sweet and sour sauce.
