Shengchunyang · Premium Suzhou Cuisine • Crab Roe Noodles (Pingjiang Road Branch)
江浙菜 · ⭐ 3.7
No. 435 Pingjiang Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Suzhou, 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. 435 Pingjiang Road. It is a 江浙菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Sizzling Eel Sauce, Squirrel Fish, Squirrel-shaped Mandarin Fish.
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: 江浙菜
- Rating: 3.7
- Address: No. 435 Pingjiang Road
- Popular dishes: Sizzling Eel Sauce, Squirrel Fish, Squirrel-shaped Mandarin Fish, Suzhou-style Dongpo Pork, Suzhou-style Lion's Head Meatballs
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Dishes
Sizzling Eel SauceFried Eel with Hot Oil is a Chinese dish primarily made with eel. The eel is cut into segments and stir-fried with seasonings such as garlic and ginger, then finished by pouring hot oil over it, creating a sizzling sound that gives the dish its name. The dish has a bright red color and tender eel meat.
Squirrel FishSquirrel Fish is made primarily from mandarin fish, named for its bright red color and shape resembling a squirrel after cooking. The mandarin fish is deboned, scored with diagonal cuts, marinated, then deep-fried until golden and crispy. Finally, a rich sauce made by stir-frying tomato paste, sugar, and vinegar is poured over it, creating a vibrant color and a squirrel-like appearance.
Squirrel-shaped Mandarin FishA classic Suzhou dish featuring a filleted mandarin fish cut into flower patterns, deep-fried until crispy and glazed with sweet and sour sauce, resembling a squirrel.
Suzhou-style Dongpo PorkSuzhou-style Dongpo pork, made primarily from fatty pork belly, is carefully prepared. First, the pork belly is cut into cubes and tied tightly with cotton thread, then pan-fried until slightly golden. Next, caramel color, rice wine, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, ginger, and scallions are added, and the dish is slowly stewed over low heat until the meat becomes tender and the sauce thickens. Finally, the sauce is reduced and the dish is served, presenting a glossy red appearance that is visually appealing.
Suzhou-style Lion's Head MeatballsA classic Suzhou dish made of seasoned pork meatballs slowly braised in broth until tender and flavorful.
Water Shield and Silver Fish SoupA traditional Jiangnan soup made with fresh water shield and silver fish, simmered in broth for a delicate, savory flavor.
Water Shield and Silver Fish SoupA classic Jiangnan dish made with fresh water shield and silver fish, simmered in broth for a delicate, refreshing flavor.
Garlic Mashed Baby Bok ChoyA dish made with baby bok choy stir-fried with garlic, offering a fresh and savory taste.
Crab Roe TofuCrab Roe Tofu is a traditional delicacy featuring tender tofu and crab roe as its main ingredients. The preparation involves cutting the tofu into pieces, then stewing it together with fragrant crab roe, delicate crab meat, and appropriate seasonings until the tofu absorbs the rich flavors and the aroma of crab fills the air. Finally, the sauce is reduced and served in a dish, showcasing an appealing yellow-and-white color combination.
Golden Flower VegetableA dish made by stir-frying fresh golden flower vegetables with garlic and ginger, resulting in a tender and refreshing taste.
Silver Fish Fried with EggsA classic Chinese home-style dish made by stir-frying fresh silver fish with beaten eggs, resulting in a tender and savory flavor.