Xiao Wen Restaurant
江浙菜 · ⭐ 3.8
No. 10, Gangxi, Hejin Community, Hushu Subdistrict
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Nanjing, 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. 10, Gangxi, Hejin Community, Hushu Subdistrict. It is a 江浙菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Three Delicacies Rice Noodles, Garlic Fried Eggs, Wenjie Chicken Soup.
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: Nanjing
- Category: 江浙菜
- Rating: 3.8
- Address: No. 10, Gangxi, Hejin Community, Hushu Subdistrict
- Popular dishes: Three Delicacies Rice Noodles, Garlic Fried Eggs, Wenjie Chicken Soup, Salted Pepper Shrimp, Stir-fried Pea Shoots
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Dishes
Three Delicacies Rice NoodlesThree Delicacies Rice Crackers is a dish made primarily with rice crackers, combined with ingredients such as shrimp, ham, and green peas. The rice crackers are fried or pan-fried until crispy, then mixed with stir-fried three delicacies ingredients, maintaining the crackers' crunchy texture while blending in rich, savory flavors.
Garlic Fried EggsA classic Chinese home-style dish made by stir-frying eggs with minced garlic, resulting in a savory and aromatic meal.
Wenjie Chicken SoupWenjie Chicken Soup is made with chicken, goji berries, red dates, and ginger, slowly simmered to create a clear, flavorful broth rich in nutrition.
Salted Pepper ShrimpBlack pepper salt shrimp is a dish made with fresh shrimp that are marinated and then deep-fried until the surface becomes crispy, followed by stir-frying with black pepper salt seasoning. The main ingredients include shrimp, black pepper salt powder, and辅料 such as green onions, ginger, and garlic. The cooking process emphasizes precise heat control to ensure the shrimp meat remains tender while the outer layer absorbs a rich, aromatic black pepper salt flavor.
Stir-fried Pea ShootsClear stir-fried pea shoots is a dish primarily made with fresh pea shoots. The preparation method is simple: wash the pea shoots, add适量 of minced garlic, and lightly stir-fry in oil until cooked, preserving their natural flavor and showcasing the fresh, tender green color of the pea shoots.
Lotus Root Balls Braised with EdamameA home-style dish made by braising lotus root balls with edamame in a savory sauce, combining the soft sweetness of lotus root and the fresh taste of young soybeans.
Braised Chicken Feet with Tiger SkinHǔpí Fèngzhǎo (Tiger Skin Chicken Feet) is renowned for its unique preparation method and delicious flavor. The chicken feet are first deep-fried until the skin becomes crispy and bubbled, forming a 'tiger skin' texture. They are then marinated with spices and seasonings to absorb rich flavors. During cooking, the chicken feet fully absorb the sauce, becoming tender and succulent, with skin and bones easily separating and the meat remaining juicy and delicate. This dish is not only tasty but also rich in collagen, which nourishes the skin.
Plum-Flavored Spare RibsPlum ribs is an innovative Chinese dish featuring pork ribs as the main ingredient and dried plums as a key辅料. The ribs are first pan-fried until golden brown, then simmered slowly with dried plums and seasonings until tender, allowing the sweet-sour flavor of the plums to fully penetrate the meat.
Sour Cabbage Beef Fried RiceSour cabbage beef fried rice is made with rice, chopped sour cabbage, and sliced cooked beef, stir-fried to blend flavors. Eggs and green onions are commonly added for taste, then seasoned with soy sauce and salt.
Sour Cabbage FishSuancai Yu is a dish primarily made with fish meat and pickled cabbage. The fish is sliced and paired with marinated pickled cabbage, along with seasonings such as ginger slices and garlic paste. After cooking, the fish becomes tender, the pickled cabbage offers a tangy aroma, and the broth becomes rich and flavorful.