The Bear Demon is Slain

Chapter 94 The Bear Demon is Slain

Next to the makeshift stove, a fire was lit in the south shed to heat the iron pot.

Next, he added a little rapeseed oil, then added the Erjingtiao peppers and Qin peppers and stir-fried them.

This step is to stir-fry the chili peppers until they are dry and crispy, thus initially releasing their aroma.

As the flames flickered and Nan Xu moved, a slightly spicy and pungent aroma wafted from the pot.

Smelling the aroma, Nan Xu nodded, immediately turned off the stove fire, and took the chili peppers out of the pan for later use.

He controlled the heat very well; when the chilies came out of the pan, they were still bright red, without a trace of charring.

After quickly cooling the chili peppers to room temperature using the frosting finger, Nanxu put the dried chili peppers into a mortar and pestle to grind them, further releasing their aroma.

Grind half of the chili peppers into coarse powder and the other half into fine powder. This helps to balance the color, aroma, and flavor.

After grinding, Nanxu added finely ground Sichuan peppercorns, green Sichuan peppercorns, and black pepper to the mixture of the two types of chili powder to increase the complexity and layering of the aroma.

Then he put it into a small bowl, added a little salt for seasoning, and set it aside for later use.

Next, you can start heating the oil.

As the rapeseed oil was poured into the pan, Nanxu meticulously controlled the heat, constantly monitoring the oil temperature.

One of the most crucial factors in making good chili oil is the oil temperature.

When the rapeseed oil in the pot started to smoke slightly, Nan decisively turned off the heat, scooped up a spoonful of hot oil, and poured it into a small bowl!

"Sizzle!"

As the hot, golden oil was poured over the bowl, a layer of golden-red foam suddenly surged up from the rim, churning like lava!

Immediately afterwards, a domineering and intense aroma suddenly burst forth, the pungent and spicy scent wafting through the air and hitting everyone's head.

"Gurgle—"

The Liao siblings and others, who were hiding in the shadows, couldn't help but swallow hard.

It smells so good!

This chili oil smells so good!

Now they no longer doubted whether the bait could lure the bear demon—undoubtedly, if the bear demon wasn't attracted, it must be because it was too far away.

However, they were afraid that they might lose their composure and be drawn out!

On the other side, Nan Xu had already scooped up a spoonful of slightly cooled hot oil and poured it into the bowl again.

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This temperature of hot oil can reduce the spiciness of the spice while maximizing the aroma!

Sure enough, as the hot oil was poured over it, the already fragrant chili oil became even more delicious.

The aroma of caramelized oil and the spicy, burnt flavor, amplified by the hot oil, become even fuller and more lingering, spreading endlessly in all directions!

Suddenly, a very discordant sound came from a hidden spot nearby.

"Gurgle."

Perhaps it was the spicy aroma that whetted their appetites, but some people's stomachs started growling.

"Everyone, be patient. If that demonic bear takes the bait, our efforts will be in vain if we go out now," Liao Changfeng said in a low voice.

At this moment, Nanpeng had already poured in the third spoonful of hot oil.

"Sizzle!"

The last spoonful of the hottest oil, at its lowest temperature, is used to finish the process, making the chili oil even more vibrant red.

Then, Nan Xu put down the spoon, took out the bottle of Zhenjiang vinegar that he had bought at the market earlier, opened the bottle cap, and poured some vinegar into it.

At the same time, he infused his true energy, urging all rivers to flow into the sea, making the flavor more harmonious and unified.

The vinegar collided with the still-warm oil, and the chili oil in the small bowl sizzled and bubbled again.

Adding a tiny bit of balsamic vinegar can bring out the deeper aromas and enhance the complexity of the fragrance.

The hot oil evaporates all the sourness from the vinegar, leaving only an enticing aroma.

Finally, sprinkle a handful of white sesame seeds on top, and a bowl of fragrant chili oil is ready.

The air around them was filled with an enticing fragrance. Nan Xu took a deep breath and revealed a look of intoxication.

After waiting for the chili oil to cool down, he took out a flatbread from his bag as his dry rations and ate it with relish, one bite at a time, while still enjoying the chili oil.

"Mmm, delicious!"

Seeing this, the people lurking in the shadows could no longer contain themselves.

"That Nan Xu is really awful. He's eating so heartily. He's obviously just trying to tempt us!" Liao Yudie said through gritted teeth in a low voice.

She hesitated for a moment, then whispered, "Brother, I don't think that bear is coming. Should we go out first? I didn't eat enough for breakfast, and I'm a little hungry now—"

Liao Changfeng was also incredibly hungry, but he gritted his teeth and forced himself to endure it, saying, "Let's wait a little longer, everyone, please be patient—that bear demon might already be here, just observing and hesitating. If that's the case, our efforts will be in vain if we go out now."

On the other side, Nan Xu finished a pancake in a few bites, and his ears twitched almost imperceptibly.

Then, he looked up and glanced around.

"A lot of wild animals in the area have been attracted here —" Nanxu muttered to himself.

However, for some reason, they all stopped at a distance and did not go forward.

Was it fear of provoking him? No, it was more like they had received some kind of warning, or were intimidated by the aura emanating from some being, which was why they dared not approach.

Just as Nan Xu was pretending to go get the second pancake, a huge black shadow suddenly leaped up from the deep shadows of the forest with a whooshing sound!

The next moment, the massive body, as imposing as a mountain, slammed down with immense wind pressure!

It was that bear demon! After observing it, it determined that Nan, who was alone, could handle it, so it made a decisive move!

Seeing this, Nan Xu's eyes lit up.

"Well done!"

He grabbed the small bowl of chili oil, and with a slight movement, leaped backward.

Upon seeing the source of the fragrance move, the black bear rushed towards it without hesitation.

—Swish!

Just as the bear demon stepped onto a seemingly ordinary open space, the ground suddenly collapsed, revealing a deep hole with countless gleaming blades scattered across the bottom.

Caught off guard, the bear demon plummeted straight to the bottom of the pit. Under the influence of gravity, countless sharp blades pierced into the bear demon's tough, iron-like fur, causing it to bleed profusely!

"roar!!!"

In pain, it let out a deafening roar and struggled frantically.

"Go!" Liao Changfeng shouted, drawing his bow. "This trap can only cause minor injuries at most. Let's take it down in one fell swoop!"

Several hunters leaped out of their ambush position, drew their weapons, and attacked the bear demon together!

Under the combined attack of the crowd, the black bear was forced to retreat step by step, and blood seeped out, staining its fur red. It was almost out of its mind and was about to make a last-ditch effort!

It raised its claws high, about to swat at one of the prey.

However, a beam of light, as bright as the moon, flowed past lightly, piercing the black bear's heart with effortless grace.

"Swish!"

The next moment, its movements stopped, and its ferocious anger froze on its face.

Then, the enormous body, as big as an iron tower, collapsed with a crash!

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