Uncle Roger Reviews "God of Cookery"
Uncle Roger shares his thoughts on his all-time favorite movie, "God of Cookery," praising its blend of cooking, comedy, and the presence of a "cute auntie." He focuses on a specific cooking competition scene featuring a complex dish.
Buddha Jumps Over the Wall
The Dish
The dish in question is "Buddha Jumps Over the Wall," a famously expensive Chinese soup. Uncle Roger notes that a small bowl can cost around $75 USD. The legend behind the name states that the dish is so delicious that even a vegetarian Buddha would jump over a wall to taste it.
Ingredients
The ingredients include:
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Scallops
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Sea cucumber
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Silky black chicken
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Abalone
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Jinhua ham
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Shark fin
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Fish maw
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Mushroom
Uncle Roger jokes that if you haven't heard of these ingredients, it simply means you're poor. He also mentions that shark fin is difficult to find in Western countries due to it being an endangered species, humorously stating that's why he supports his "local black market."
Cooking Techniques
The movie showcases chopping techniques that Uncle Roger finds lacking, comparing them to a "shitty Thai massage with no happy ending." He emphasizes the importance of using a Chinese cleaver and shows off his own. He laments having to use a towel because he still lacks air conditioning in his filming space.
The Double Boiling Technique
Uncle Roger explains the double boiling technique, where the soup pot is placed in water rather than directly on the fire. This ensures the soup simmers at a maximum of 100 degrees Celsius, resulting in a clear and beautiful broth. He humorously asserts his knowledge of chemistry.
Criticisms and Observations
Movie Logic
Uncle Roger critiques the movie's logic, pointing out that no amount of Kung Fu can make water hotter than 100 degrees Celsius during double boiling. He questions the necessity of Kung Fu in the cooking process in this scenario. He further mocks the lack of marination for the char siu pork.
Food Handling
He humorously comments on the scene where the character washes rice, noting that spilling any rice would result in a beating from an Asian mom.
Restaurant Safety
Uncle Roger jokingly notes the lack of fire alarms in the restaurant featured in the movie, suggesting it would be appealing to terrorists.
Final Thoughts
Ending and Promotion
Uncle Roger reveals that the good guy (Stephen Chow's character) wins and becomes the God of Cookery. He then promotes a special offer, stating that it was supposed to end but has been extended for a few more days.
Personal Struggles
Uncle Roger ends by mentioning his lack of air conditioning and how his nephew, Nigel, is too cheap to install it. He reiterates the high cost of Buddha Jumps Over the Wall and jokes that he might become homeless because of his love for the soup.
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