The tools for Western cooking are extremely comprehensive; he had never thought of using the back of a knife to substitute for ready-made tools before.
Thinking carefully, a meat tenderizer needle pierces the surface of the food, affecting its appearance.
If it's a thick-cut steak, it's fine; once grilled, its surface becomes crusty, covering the holes. However, for thinner ingredients, it's a problem.
Using the back of a knife won't damage the shape of the meat directly and can also tear the muscle fibers.
"Interesting, this little trick is nice."
Nodding with satisfaction, he openly continued to observe Lin Chen's preparation process.
There's nothing special about the slicing process; cutting along the grain, it's a standard operation.
Lin Chen didn't cut a lot, just enough for one fried batch, and immediately started the marination process.
Add seasoning, water, massage, and coat with starch...
Watching this, Chef Marchello started to feel his brain was a bit overwhelmed.
