Having finished those tasks, the dry-pot shrimp could be started. First, fry the large shrimp briefly, then put oil in the pot, stir-fry various vegetables until cooked, and finally add the large shrimp back in.
The kitchen ladies busied themselves with their tasks while casting sidelong glances over here, all eager to pick up a trick or two so they could prepare a special meal for their own children at home.
After serving the dishes, Lin Yuan washed her hands, untied her apron, and handed out the recipes she had written to the kitchen ladies, encouraging them to study them when they had time.
Already keen on learning, the kitchen ladies' eyes curved happily at the chance to get their hands on actual recipes, and they eagerly passed them around for a look.
"The buns need to steam for another fifteen minutes. You guys continue cooking; I'll be heading back now."