Xinjiang Barbecue and Southern Hot Pot
新疆菜 · ⭐ 3.7
No. 488 Maotai Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Shanghai, Dragon Mate users do not strongly recommend this restaurant. If you enjoy exploring, you can still try it and see what you find. This restaurant is located at No. 488 Maotai Road. It is a 新疆菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Kawap, Spicy Stir-Fried Noodles, Hand-grabbed Lamb Ribs.
If you do not eat pork, make sure to use Dragon Mate voice to clearly tell the staff “no pork” before ordering.
Restaurant guide
- City: Shanghai
- Category: 新疆菜
- Rating: 3.7
- Address: No. 488 Maotai Road
- Popular dishes: Kawap, Spicy Stir-Fried Noodles, Hand-grabbed Lamb Ribs, Roasted Bun, Roasted Beef Tendon
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Dishes
KawapKawap is a Chinese stir-fry dish made with pork, onions, and chili peppers, seasoned with soy sauce and other spices.
Spicy Stir-Fried NoodlesA spicy stir-fried noodle dish made with vegetables and chili, popular in Sichuan cuisine.
Hand-grabbed Lamb RibsHand-grabbed lamb ribs is a dish primarily made with lamb ribs, typically using fresh lamb rib or leg ribs. After marinating, the meat is roasted or stewed until fully cooked. The lamb has a firm texture and tender flavor, which can be eaten by hand, either with seasonings or dipping sauces.
Roasted BunBaked buns are a type of pastry made primarily from flour, with various fillings that can be wrapped inside. After fermentation, they are baked at high temperatures in an oven until the surface turns golden and crispy, while the inside remains soft and juicy.
Roasted Beef TendonRoasted beef tendons is a dish made primarily with beef tendons. After blanching, the tendons are marinated with seasonings and then grilled in an oven or over charcoal. Beef tendons are rich in collagen, offering a chewy texture; during roasting, the exterior becomes slightly charred while the inside remains tender and soft.- Red Willow Lamb SkewersRed Willow Lamb Skewers are a traditional Xinjiang dish made by grilling marinated lamb chunks on red willow branches, offering a smoky flavor and tender texture.
Unmarinated Red Willow Lamb SkewersRed willow lamb skewers (unmarinated) yulhun kawap are made by grilling fresh lamb on red willow charcoal without marination. The main ingredients are lamb and red willow wood, offering a tender texture and unique woody aroma.
Lamb SkewersLamb skewers are made by cutting fresh, tender lamb into chunks, threading them onto bamboo or metal skewers, and marinating before grilling directly over charcoal. During grilling, the lamb's fat drips onto the fire, creating smoke that熏 (smokes) the meat, resulting in a crispy exterior and tender interior with rich aroma.
Tiger SaladTiger salad is primarily made by mixing shredded vegetables such as green and red peppers, scallions, and cilantro, then dressing it with seasonings like vinegar, light soy sauce, salt, and sugar—simply toss to combine.
肉抓饭肉抓饭主要由羊肉或牛肉、大米、洋葱、胡萝卜和香料制成。先将肉类炒熟，加入切好的蔬菜和调味料，再与淘洗后的大米一同焖煮，直至米饭吸收汤汁变得松软。食用时用手抓取，故称‘抓饭’。
KidneyKidney is primarily made from the kidneys of animals such as pigs or sheep, cleaned and sliced, then stir-fried or grilled with seasonings like scallions and ginger. The key to preparation lies in mastering the heat control to maintain a tender texture.
Chicken NoodlesA Chinese dish of noodles mixed with stir-fried chicken and vegetables, seasoned to taste.