I Love My Soup – Hot Pot & Spicy Mix (Century Plaza Branch)
小吃快餐 · ⭐ 3.6
Shop A10, Basement Level 2, No. 1192 Century Avenue
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 Shop A10, Basement Level 2, No. 1192 Century Avenue. It is a 小吃快餐 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Oil-fried gluten noodles, Thin seaweed strips, Beef.
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: 小吃快餐
- Rating: 3.6
- Address: Shop A10, Basement Level 2, No. 1192 Century Avenue
- Popular dishes: Oil-fried gluten noodles, Thin seaweed strips, Beef, Lettuce, Tomato Soup Base
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Dishes
Oil-fried gluten noodlesOil-fried gluten balls are made from wheat dough that is fermented and then deep-fried, forming hollow spherical shapes with a crispy outer shell and a porous interior. To prepare them, the dough is shaped into small balls and fried in hot oil until they expand, turn golden brown, and are then drained of excess oil. They are commonly used in stir-fries or stews, absorbing the broth to create a rich and flavorful texture.
Thin seaweed stripsSeaweed threads are a refreshing seaweed dish made primarily from kelp. To prepare, kelp is sliced into fine strands and can be mixed with seasonings such as garlic, vinegar, and soy sauce for a cold dish, or stir-fried with a touch of chili and ginger for added flavor. The texture of seaweed threads is smooth and slippery, making it one of the common cold dishes in summer.
BeefBeef dishes are primarily made with high-quality beef and prepared using cooking methods such as stewing, boiling, and stir-frying. During the cooking process, seasonings like scallions, ginger, garlic, chili peppers, and Sichuan peppercorns can be added according to taste, allowing the beef to fully absorb the aromas of the seasonings for a tender and juicy texture.
LettuceLettuce is a common vegetable known for its tender green leaves and crisp texture. It can be eaten raw as the main ingredient in salads or combined with various seasonings and sauces to enhance flavor. Additionally, lettuce is often used to wrap or decorate other foods, such as grilled meats and burgers.
Tomato Soup BaseThe tomato soup base uses fresh tomatoes as the main ingredient. After blanching to remove the skin, the tomatoes are chopped and added to an appropriate amount of water or broth, brought to a boil, then simmered over low heat until the tomatoes become soft and release their juice. Optional aromatics such as onions and garlic can be added for enhanced flavor. Finally, adjust the thickness and seasoning according to preference.
Bamboo Shoot TipsBamboo shoot tips are the tender parts of fresh bamboo shoots, which can be stir-fried, braised, boiled in soup, or served cold after blanching or boiling. The main ingredient is bamboo shoot, and during preparation, it is often combined with meat, mushrooms, or vegetables to enhance flavor.
Crab StickCrab stick is primarily made from fish paste, starch, egg white, and seasonings, formed by extrusion and then steamed or boiled. It has a slender cylindrical shape, with a white or slightly yellow color, soft and elastic texture, and a flavor that mimics crab meat.
Shiitake MushroomShiitake mushrooms, using fresh shiitake as the main ingredient, can be cooked into various delicious dishes after cleaning. Common preparation methods include stir-frying, stewing, and steaming. Shiitake mushrooms have a rich, tender texture, a delightful flavor, a unique aroma, and are highly nutritious with certain medicinal properties.
Spicy Soup BaseSpicy broth made from beef tallow, chili peppers, and Sichuan peppercorns, stir-fried with fermented broad bean paste, ginger, garlic, and scallions, then boiled with stock or water to create a rich flavor. Commonly used for hot pot or dipping sauce with meats, vegetables, and tofu.
Spicy Hot PotSpicy hot pot is a Chinese fast food dish primarily made with various vegetables, meats, and soy products. Ingredients include tofu skin, greens, meat slices, fish balls, etc., which are quickly cooked at high temperature to preserve their original flavors. Finally, a specially prepared spicy and numbing sauce is poured over, and seasonings and sesame seeds are sprinkled on top to complete the dish.
Lobster BallsLobster balls are made from fresh lobster, with the shells removed and the meat carefully shaped into spheres. After being marinated with appropriate seasonings to absorb flavor, they are cooked using high-heat stir-frying or steaming methods, preserving the lobster's tender and fresh taste.