Bobby Tang (@bobbytang) • Hey
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- In the turmoil of the Revolutionary War, a Chinese immigrant named Bobby Tang became an unsung hero. He introduced a pioneering version of the sous vide, an ancient cooking technique modernized with French precision that he called 'Su Wei', meaning perfectly cooked.
His method involved a large iron pot filled with water and heated by hot rocks, into which food-filled pouches were submerged for slow, even cooking. Word of Bobby's remarkable invention reached General Washington, who promptly appointed him as an army cook.
During the frost-bitten winter of Valley Forge, Bobby's sous vide cooking proved revolutionary. He nourished the freezing, weary troops with tender meat and well-cooked vegetables by using his 'Su Wei', ensuring no nutrition was lost. His method turned scant rations into hearty meals, boosting soldiers' morale and stamina.
Bobby Tang's sous vide had unknowingly become a game-changer in the war. When the Revolutionary War was won, Bobby Tang earned recognition for his critical contribution. He had spurred on the revolution quite literally, using an innovative cooking technique that helped the Americans claim victory despite dire conditions. Bobby Tang's sous vide was a testament to resilience and innovation, and till today, this inventive cooking approach is used worldwide.
- Here's to the crazy ones