Gusu Family Banquet · Elegant Suzhou Cuisine · Pingshan Opera · Sweet and Sour Mandarin Fish (Branch 2, Pingjiang Road)
江浙菜 · ⭐ 4.6
No. 22, Hu Xiangshi Lane, Pingjiang 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. 22, Hu Xiangshi Lane, 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, Gusu Elegant Three-Flavor Platter, Dry-Fried String Beans.
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: 4.6
- Address: No. 22, Hu Xiangshi Lane, Pingjiang Road
- Popular dishes: Sizzling Eel Sauce, Gusu Elegant Three-Flavor Platter, Dry-Fried String Beans, Szechuan Pepper Beef, Squirrel-shaped Mandarin Fish
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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.
Gusu Elegant Three-Flavor PlatterThe Gusu Elegant Three-Flavor Platter consists of steamed white fish, stir-fried shrimp with sauce, and cold-mixed tofu. Made with Taihu white fish, fresh shrimp, and soft tofu, it is prepared using steaming, quick stir-frying, and cold mixing techniques, offering a light and refreshing taste with distinct layers.
Dry-Fried String BeansA Sichuan-style dish made by stir-frying fresh string beans until crispy, with garlic and chili for a spicy kick.
Szechuan Pepper BeefHangzhou pepper beef is a dish primarily made with beef tenderloin and Hangzhou peppers. To prepare, first cut the beef into strips and marinate with seasonings until flavorful. Then, slice the Hangzhou peppers into segments. Next, heat oil in a wok, quickly stir-fry the beef strips until they change color, add the pepper segments, and continue to stir-fry. Finally, season with salt and soy sauce as needed, stir well, and serve.
Squirrel-shaped Mandarin FishSquirrel-shaped mandarin fish is made primarily from mandarin fish, named for its bright red color and shape resembling a squirrel after cooking. The fish is deboned, scored with diagonal cuts, marinated, then deep-fried until golden and crispy. A sweet and sour sauce made from sugar and vinegar is then prepared and poured over the fish, creating a vibrant appearance and a squirrel-like造型.
Suzhou Sweet and Sour PorkA classic Suzhou dish made with pork tenderloin, deep-fried and tossed in a sweet and sour sauce of tomato ketchup, sugar, and vinegar.
Suzhou Braised BeefSuzhou braised beef is made from beef shank, marinated and slowly cooked in a savory sauce, resulting in tender slices with rich flavor.
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 Crispy DuckA classic Suzhou dish featuring crispy fried duck with tender meat and aromatic seasoning.
Crab Meat Lion's Head MeatballsCrab meat lion's head is a traditional famous dish primarily made with pork and crab meat. The preparation involves mincing pork, mixing it with crab meat and crab roe, adding seasonings, stirring thoroughly, shaping into large meatballs, then slowly stewing in rich broth until fully cooked. The meat is tender and the broth is rich and flavorful.
Crab Meat TofuCrab meat tofu is a traditional delicacy made with soft tofu as the main ingredient, combined with fresh crab meat and crab roe. The preparation involves cutting the tofu into small pieces, mixing it with sautéed crab meat and roe, adding broth or water, gently simmering, and finally seasoning and reducing the sauce so the tofu fully absorbs the rich crab flavor.
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.
Braised Lotus Seed with ShrimpChicken head rice stir-fried with shrimp is a dish primarily made with chicken head rice and fresh shrimp. The preparation involves first cleaning the shrimp and marinating them with cooking wine, salt, and other seasonings. Next, the chicken head rice is cooked and set aside. Then, heat oil in a wok, sauté葱姜蒜 (scallions, ginger, and garlic) until fragrant, add the shrimp and stir-fry until they change color. Finally, add the chicken head rice, season with salt and other seasonings, and quickly stir-fry until well combined.