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Meme Name: I Found the Raw Apple More Delicious. - Ahn Sung-jae

This meme gained significant popularity from late 2025 to early 2026, coinciding with the release of the Netflix original reality show 'Black and White Chef: Culinary Class War Season 2'. As the show's popularity soared, Chef Ahn Sung-jae's sharp critiques became a hot topic, leading to various memorable quotes spreading as memes.

"I found the raw apple more delicious" is a meme originating from a comment made by Michelin 3-star Chef Ahn Sung-jae in 'Black and White Chef: Culinary Class War Season 2' after tasting a molecular gastronomy apple dessert prepared by a culinary scientist chef. It implies that despite a dish employing complex and elaborate techniques, the inherent taste or simplicity of the original ingredient is superior. Chef Ahn Sung-jae consistently demonstrated a judging philosophy that technique should be a means, not an end, and that taste and perfection are paramount. This meme is used to convey the message that one should focus on essential values rather than excessive flair or outdated techniques. He even tasted a raw apple beforehand to clearly establish a benchmark for comparison before judging.

This meme is widely used among viewers of Netflix's 'Black and White Chef', cooking show enthusiasts, and internet users who appreciate honest, direct critiques or insightful observations that cut to the chase.

• "This product with new technology has many features, but I found the basic model more comfortable. I found the raw apple more delicious."
• "It's a drama with a complex plot, but in the end, I just preferred a simple romance. I found the raw apple more delicious."
• "It was a spectacular performance, but I was more moved by just listening to the singer's voice. I found the raw apple more delicious."

This meme contains honest and somewhat direct criticism or evaluation of a subject. Therefore, it can sound like disparaging someone's efforts or results, so it's best to use it carefully, considering the situation and the feelings of the other person. Especially in serious situations or contexts where it might hurt someone, its use should be avoided.

"Juh-neun Saeng-sah-gwah-gah Duh Mah-siss-uh-ssuh-yoh - Ahn Soong-jay"