[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-isekai-nonbiri-nouka":3,"chapter-isekai-nonbiri-nouka-isekai-nonbiri-nouka-chapter-850":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Isekai Nonbiri Nouka",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1395441,1848,"Chapter 850: Idle Talk, Artisan","isekai-nonbiri-nouka-chapter-850",850,"\u003Cp>Morning comes early for a tofu maker.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>My workplace is located in the forest a short distance away from Big Tree Village.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There is a place where there is a spring that produces water and near the spring is where my hut, a dedicated hut for tofu making, is located.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This spring water is important.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Water is indispensable for making tofu.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>-0-\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I checked the soybeans that had been washed and soaked in the water the day before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The soybeans are soaked enough so add a little more water and mash and mix it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mash and mix it thoroughly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The mashing and mixing I’m doing right now will greatly affect the taste so I won’t cut corners.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once I’m satisfied with the mashing and mixing, I just need to add more water and heat it until it boils.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once it boils, reduce the heat and cook for a little while longer to make sure to not burn the mixture.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After that, squeeze the mixture into a bag before it loses its heat and divide it into okara(soybean dreg) and soy milk.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soy milk is used for tofu.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When the soy milk begins to lose its heat, dissolve nigari in it and stir it in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nigari is something that comes from seawater salt.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I’m not sure about the principle but without nigari, the soy milk will not coagulate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Discard clear liquid at the top of the nigari-infused soy milk and pour the portion that had sunk to the bottom into the tofu mold.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There are various ways to use this mold like using a colander or a cloth but I use a box lined with a cloth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When it has been left to stand for a while, excess water will flow out and when that is done, a weight is placed on top to harden it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After that, your tofu is done.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>-0-\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I make around 50 to 100 pieces of tofu every morning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This tofu is then transported to Big Tree Village, Village One, Village Two, Village Three, Village Four, and Village Five where it is consumed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>My mornings are early because I have to be ready in time for breakfast.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tofu tastes the best when it is freshly made.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The rest of the tofu loses its flavor over time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Therefore, a few centaurs come to the tofu hut at the time the tofu is ready.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They carry it to each village.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The skill of the centaurs in transporting the tofu without breaking them while running at high speed is simply amazing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And it’s a pleasure to be in demand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>-0-\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After I finish handing over the tofu, I wash the soybeans that will be used tomorrow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It may look easy, but it is hard work.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, I don’t cut corners.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If I cut corners, it won’t taste good.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No one might even notice if the tofu tastes a little less good.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, for me, that’s unacceptable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thus, I will not cut corners.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I will continue to make tofu like this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I am Raasa, a high elf.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I am a tofu maker.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>-0-\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>—POV Change—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>-0-\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mornings are slow for a jam maker.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I can even sleep until it is almost noon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s wonderful if you think about it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ah, I’m not being lazy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I have a reason.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The kitchen is unavailable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>My work is limited to the time between lunch and dinner.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>My work begins with asking the oni maids to let me use the kitchen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once I’m in the kitchen, the rest is easy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I’ll just have to put the ingredients for jam into a big pot that is specially designed for making jams.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This time, it’s strawberries.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It is fall and not the season for strawberries but I chose strawberries.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Simply because I want to eat them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…..\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just kidding.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Village chief cultivated sour strawberries for jam during the summer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>-0-\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Making jam is not difficult.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just beat it, put sugar as much as the strawberries, put them in the big pot, and let it simmer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>You have to keep stirring though to prevent it from burning but as long as you are not careless, nothing will go wrong.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s very easy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, there’s one thing I have to be careful of.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s not the temperature.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Also, it’s true that the jam will be hot while cooking it and anyone who sees the jam boiling will notice it’s dangerous.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That means I don’t need to bother warning others about it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What I have to be careful of is the smell.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Making jam gives off a very strong sweet smell.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So what?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fairy queen and the fairies will be lured by it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They won’t immediately come close to taste the jam.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They will wait until the jam is ready for consumption.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That is why it is troublesome.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After the jam is cooked, it is hard to say no when they ask to taste it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, I must steel myself to refuse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I mustn’t agree with them no matter what.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Why?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was a time when I gave in to them and let them taste it. Then, they kept asking for more and more until they consumed everything.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This time, too, the fairy queen and the fairies are waiting for it but I will just continue to work without worrying about them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When the jam is cooked, I will remove the pot from the fire.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Put the jam into jars or bottles, but before that, I must soak them first in boiling water.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That is to prevent the jam from spoiling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I put the jars and bottles in a pot full of boiling water until they submerged…..or not.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If I put the jars and bottles in boiling water suddenly, they will break.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Therefore, before submerging the jars and bottles, I poured warm water into the jars first to make them absorb heat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This is something I often forget to do but something I mustn’t skip.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If I break the jars or bottles, the oni maids will glare at me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>-0-\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After heating the jars and bottles, let nature take its course and let the heat dissipate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If you cool them down too quickly with magic, they may break.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When the jars and bottles are ready, pour in the jam that has cooled down a little.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this point, the fairy queen’s party started to make a fuss so I allowed them to lick the jam left on the pot.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I hear that freshly made warm jam is very special.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fairy queen’s party crowded around the pot.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It delays the washing of the pot but it can’t be helped.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I give up thinking that it is necessary to protect the finished jam.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>-0-\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All the finished jam is given to the oni maids.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I’m not even considering taking my personal share or a share of someone else.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I give them all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That is the best way to avoid a fight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I’m not just speaking for myself but the jam I make is considerably popular.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Strawberry, apple, and blueberry jams are especially popular among children.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As for some unusual jams……the likes and dislikes depend on one’s own preference.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I want them all to love all jams but even I have jam flavors I don’t like.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So, I think you should eat the jam you like.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If you don’t like it, give it to someone who does.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>-0-\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>My name is……don’t mind it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I’m an angel jam maker who wonders why jam made with citrus is called marmalade.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While eating dinner, I’m already thinking about what kind of jam I will make tomorrow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>-0-\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Angel A: Isn’t the jam maker working too short hours?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Angel B: I know right.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Civil Servant Girl: However, you must admit that she’s a very good jam maker.\u003C\u002Fp>",1293,"2026-06-05T23:08:35.964Z",1,"novelbin.me","4a1b5d01b7035f77e6d9a36ae7505d7092775e787e5be5de4e661008ddc32a72","isekai-nonbiri-nouka-chapter-951","isekai-nonbiri-nouka-chapter-849",1036,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fisekai-nonbiri-nouka-cover.jpg"]