Yu Ai Shanju · Special Private Cuisine (Shanqianfang Branch)
特色菜 · ⭐ 4.0
No. 80-2, Shanqian Street, Yushan South Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Suzhou, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 80-2, Shanqian Street, Yushan South Road. It is a 特色菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Cumin Black Hair Pork Chop, Signature Hand-Torn Tofu, Shanghai Braised Chicken.
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: Suzhou
- Category: 特色菜
- Rating: 4.0
- Address: No. 80-2, Shanqian Street, Yushan South Road
- Popular dishes: Cumin Black Hair Pork Chop, Signature Hand-Torn Tofu, Shanghai Braised Chicken, Pine Nut Braised Pork Belly, Salted Pepper Lamb Ribs
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Dishes
Cumin Black Hair Pork ChopBlack hair pork chop marinated with cumin and spices, then pan-fried to perfection for a rich, aromatic flavor.
Signature Hand-Torn TofuSignature Hand-Torn Tofu is a dish primarily made with firm tofu. The tofu is torn by hand into irregular pieces to preserve its natural texture. These pieces are then pan-fried in hot oil until golden and slightly crispy on the surface. Minced garlic, ginger, dried chili peppers, and Sichuan peppercorns are added and stir-fried together. Finally, a sauce made from soy sauce, oyster sauce, and a small amount of broth is poured in and simmered until the tofu absorbs the flavors. The finished dish features tofu that is crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, infused with savory and mildly spicy notes.
Shanghai Braised ChickenShanghai Braised Chicken is a classic Shanghainese dish, primarily using a whole chicken or chicken pieces, combined with basic seasonings such as soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, rock sugar, ginger, and scallions. The preparation involves placing the cleaned chicken and seasonings into a pot, adding sufficient water, bringing to a boil over high heat, then simmering over low heat for an extended period until the chicken becomes tender and the sauce thickens. The finished dish has a glossy, reddish-brown color, with fall-off-the-bone tender meat and a rich, savory sauce, embodying the Shanghainese culinary emphasis on rich flavors and precise heat control.
Pine Nut Braised Pork BellyA savory dish featuring tender pork belly braised in a sweet and savory sauce, garnished with pine nuts for a rich, nutty finish.
Salted Pepper Lamb RibsBlack pepper salt lamb chops are made by marinating lamb chops, then pan-frying until cooked through, and finally stir-frying with black pepper salt to coat the surface. A touch of scallion, ginger, and garlic is added for aroma.
Dressing Salad VegetablesSalad dressing vegetables is a dish made primarily from fresh vegetables that are washed, cut, and then mixed with salad dressing. Main ingredients include lettuce, cucumber, tomato, and carrot, and other vegetables or fruits can be added according to personal preference. To prepare, clean the vegetables thoroughly and cut them into appropriate sizes, then mix with salad dressing and serve immediately.
Braised Bamboo Shoots in OilOil-braised bamboo shoots is a dish primarily made with bamboo shoots. The preparation involves cutting the bamboo shoots into pieces, stir-frying them in hot oil until slightly golden, adding seasonings such as soy sauce and sugar, then slowly simmering over low heat until fully flavored, and finally reducing the sauce before serving.
Steamed Gourmet Sea BassFresh sea bass steamed with ginger and scallions, served with a light soy sauce for a delicate and savory taste.
Steamed Shellfish with Bamboo Shoots and Sichuan PepperFresh shellfish steamed with bamboo shoots and Sichuan pepper, delivering a delicate, numbingly spicy flavor.
Tibetan Yak PenisA traditional Tibetan dish made from yak penis, slow-cooked with spices to enhance its rich flavor and nutritional value.
Special Seafood Fried Rice NoodlesSpecial seafood fried rice noodles made with shrimp, squid, clams, and aromatics like green onions, ginger, and garlic, stir-fried quickly after soaking the rice noodles to maintain a smooth texture.
Water Chestnut Fish Mousse SoupA delicate soup made with fresh water chestnuts and fish mince, simmered in broth and finished with egg white for a smooth texture.
Stir-fried Lettuce with Preserved PorkStir-fried lettuce with cured pork is a Chinese home-style dish. Peel and slice the lettuce, slice the cured pork thinly, blanch to remove saltiness, stir-fry in hot oil until the pork is fragrant, then add the lettuce and cook until just tender. Season and serve.
Shrimp and Egg Stir-FryShrimp and egg stir-fry is a Chinese home-style dish using eggs and shrimp as main ingredients. Whisked eggs are stir-fried with deveined shrimp in hot oil until the eggs set and shrimp turn opaque. Simple to prepare, it's tender, delicious, and nutritious.
Celery and Lily Bulb Stir-fryWest celery and fresh lily is a dish made primarily from celery and fresh lilies. Celery is cut into segments and blanched, while lilies are separated and washed. Both are stir-fried or blanched and mixed with seasonings. A small amount of salt, chicken essence, or monosodium glutamate is typically added to preserve the crisp texture.
Delicious Mushroom SoupA savory soup made with a variety of fresh mushrooms, simmered in broth for a rich and comforting flavor.
Fresh Scallop with Bamboo Shoot MushroomA Chinese dish featuring fresh scallops and bamboo shoot mushrooms, stir-fried quickly with garlic and ginger for a delicate, savory flavor.