Ming Zuo

Chapter 794
Can instant noodles be used as military food?

If this issue is discussed in later generations, the result must be that it cannot be done.

The reason is also well known.

Instant noodles have low calories and cannot meet the needs of the battlefield that consumes energy.

Moreover, instant noodles require hot water, which cannot be effectively provided on a dangerous and complicated battlefield.

But unfortunately, this is the end of Ming Dynasty.

The shortcomings above instant noodles are not a problem at all in this era.

Especially the advantages of instant noodles, more worthy of attention.

At least compared with the transportation of flour, the cost of instant noodles is less.

Flour is packed in bags, which will definitely cause a lot of waste during transportation.

This is not easy to solve even in later generations.

Instant noodles, on the other hand, do not worry about being scattered or wasted. They only need to be packed in a box and not get wet by the rain, so there will be no problems.

Most importantly, the shelf life of instant noodles is as long as one year or more.

At the end of Ming Dynasty, no food could compare with it.

Therefore, Zuo Menggeng immediately made his mind clear.

"Brother Wang, you can try adding eggs to the noodles when kneading them."

Seeing Zuo Menggeng teaching him how to make noodles, Wang Wuqi was puzzled.

But he didn't dare to question it, so he had to go back and get another copy.

When the noodles are mixed with eggs and fried in hot oil, a gratifying change appears.

This time, even Li Banghua, who has tasted all the delicacies in the world, was full of praise.

"This noodle is very good, it has a unique flavor, it should be a must."

Zuo Menggeng casually picked up the bread, his eyes full of nostalgia.

"This kind of noodles can be eaten for a year. If it is used in the military, it can really solve a lot of troubles."

Hearing the shelf life of instant noodles, Huang Sanhu immediately jumped up.

"Commander, this kind of food is lacking in our army. In the past, when we were fighting, we were worried about logistics problems."

Fu Gang also echoed: "As long as you march long distances to fight, the food of the troops will definitely drop rapidly. Many soldiers have broken their bodies because of not eating well, which affects the combat effectiveness too much."

The opinions of several lieutenant generals were surprisingly unanimous.

This kind of noodles must be equipped in the army.

Zuo Menggeng made up his mind even more.

He looked at Wang Wuqi.

"Brother Wang, the noodles you make are of great use in the army. Now I'm asking you to enlist in the army. I wonder if it's okay?"

"what?"

Wang Wuqi was dumbfounded.

How is this so good, my identity is about to change?

He is a cook, what can he do in the army?

He really wanted to say quit, but looking at the soldiers staring at him all around him, he swallowed his real thoughts into his stomach.

But then he gets excited about his own sense of the times.

Zuo Menggeng said: "A food factory will be set up in the army, and you will be hired as the factory manager to specialize in the production of this kind of noodles. As the factory manager, you also have a military rank. Um... Let's make it a major for now. Promotion depends on your merits."

"Commander, I... can I be a general?"

Although Wang Wuqi didn't understand the rules of the new army, he could hear something.

Compared with an officer, what's the point of a cook?
Zuo Menggeng nodded and smiled.

"There is a woman in our army who used to be ingenious and in charge of making military uniforms for the army. Now she is the deputy director of the equipment department, with the rank of major general, a veritable general. Whether you can be a general depends on your ability and military achievements. "

"I promise, hey, I'll pack up now."

Eating a bowl of noodles on the street solved the big problem of the new army's rations, which really made everyone very happy.

After going back, after discussion, they set up a factory in Yangzhou to produce this kind of noodles on the spot.

Zuo Menggeng personally named this kind of noodles, called instant noodles.

"This kind of noodles can not only be used in the military, but even if it is sold, it will definitely be sold. In the process of your operation, as long as it meets the needs of the military, the rest of the products can also be sold. If your food factory can To be responsible for your own profits and losses or even have a surplus is a great achievement.”

Zuo Menggeng made a point.

Similar to this kind of factory under the military, he has always had high standards and strict requirements.

The last thing I want is that this kind of factory has to share military expenses and affect the normal army construction.

It is unrealistic to prevent the military from doing business these days, and it is difficult for the government alone to meet military expenditure needs.

Since you can do business, you have to make money.

Don't do business at a loss.

If instant noodles are sold to the private sector, will the business be good?
Thinking about the popularity of instant noodles in later generations, Zuo Menggeng has no doubts at all.

He also specifically talked about the recipes of several instant noodles, such as braised beef noodles, pork bone soup noodles, Laotan sauerkraut noodles, etc. Wang Wuqi and others were hooked.

By the way, he carefully warned Laotan sauerkraut noodles that it is absolutely forbidden to step on them.

Three days later, Chen Jie came back from Taizhou.

As soon as he saw Zuo Menggeng, he gave gifts.

"Commander, this is a treasure copied from Taizhou Ji's family. Virtuous things can only be enjoyed by the venerable."

In front of Zuo Menggeng were several calligraphy and paintings.

Since he was treated so seriously by Chen Jie, he must not be Fanpin.

Zuo Menggeng also showed interest and opened it in public.

As soon as the appearance inside was revealed, Qu Shi couldn't help saying "Ouch".

"This... is this "Dwelling in the Fuchun Mountains"?"

Zuo Menggeng was taken aback.

That shitty movie?

Immediately he realized that what he was holding in his hand should be the masterpiece "Dwelling in the Fuchun Mountains" by Huang Gongwang, a great painter of the Yuan Dynasty.

This painting is a national treasure-level cultural relic in later generations, and it is divided into two parts.

The painting of the remaining mountains in the first half of the volume is in the collection of the Zhejiang Provincial Museum; the scroll of Wuyongshi in the second half is in the collection of the National Palace Museum in Taipei.

What was in his hand at this time was the complete picture scroll.

Hearing Qu Shi's exclamation, Li Banghua and others gathered around one after another, watching carefully, fascinated.

"This is the real thing."

"I never thought that I would be lucky enough to see such treasures."

Knowing that it was genuine, Zuo Menggeng was also quite happy.

He carefully finished the scroll, and then ordered: "Send it to Qian Muzhai. This kind of art treasure must be properly preserved and shared with the world."

Qian Qianyi finally found a place to use his skills in Shandong.

This old man's academic level is actually a mess, and he can't compare with Liu Zongzhou and Huang Zongxi at all.

He is more like a wanderer in troubled times.

Steady and serious academic issues are not his forte.But poetry, singing and response, this old saying is the second in the world, no one dares to be the first.

This is also the reason why he has a high reputation in the literary world and among the people.

After all, there are many scholars who can study, but not many cultural people who can play.

Such a person can't do any real politics, and he can't stand boring academic research.

But if it is used for cultural promotion and publicity, to promote the progress of literature and art, and to cultivate literary and artistic talents, it is definitely a top player.

Using his strengths, Zuo Menggeng handed over the Ministry of Culture to Qian Qianyi after discussing with the cabinet.

The curios and treasures acquired this time will also be sent to museums affiliated to the Ministry of Culture.

In this life, the priceless "Dwelling in the Fuchun Mountains" will not experience the fate of separation.

(End of this chapter)