A Li Restaurant (Zaoyang Road Store)
江浙菜 · ⭐ 4.0
No. 394 Zaoyang Road, adjacent to East China Normal University (near Jinshajiang Road)
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If you are traveling in China to visit Shanghai, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 394 Zaoyang Road, adjacent to East China Normal University (near Jinshajiang 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: Salted Egg Yolk Pork Ribs, Maoxuewang, Stir-Fried Eel Strips.
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: 江浙菜
- Rating: 4.0
- Address: No. 394 Zaoyang Road, adjacent to East China Normal University (near Jinshajiang Road)
- Popular dishes: Salted Egg Yolk Pork Ribs, Maoxuewang, Stir-Fried Eel Strips, Special Gluten Stew, Corn Pancake
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Dishes
Salted Egg Yolk Pork RibsA dish made with pork tenderloin coated in starch, deep-fried and stir-fried with salted egg yolk and pepper salt, resulting in a crispy exterior and tender interior with a savory, salty flavor.
MaoxuewangMaoxuewang is a specialty dish from Chongqing, primarily made with duck blood, soybean sprouts, eel slices, beef tripe, and black ox tripe. The ingredients are cooked in a spicy red oil broth seasoned with chili peppers, Sichuan peppercorns, and other spices, then finished by pouring hot oil over the top.
Stir-Fried Eel StripsA dish made by quickly stir-frying eel strips with garlic, ginger, and chili for a savory, tender texture.
Special Gluten StewA savory stew made with gluten, mushrooms, vegetables, and seasonings, slowly cooked to perfection.
Corn PancakeCorn cake is a Chinese pan-fried dish using fresh corn kernels as the main ingredient. Mix corn with a little starch, add salt and egg, stir well, then fry in a pan until golden brown on both sides, creating a crispy outside and tender inside.
Lychee Shrimp BallsLychee Shrimp Balls is a dish made primarily with fresh shrimp and lychee fruit. The shrimp are marinated, then quickly stir-fried until cooked through, and then combined with lychee flesh for a final stir-fry. This results in shrimp that are tender and elastic, with the lychee adding a refreshing sweetness. The overall dish is vibrant in color and layered in flavor.
Crab Roe Fried RiceCrab Roe Fried Rice is a Chinese fried rice dish made with rice, crab roe, and eggs, stir-fried to perfection. It has a rich texture and a delicious taste.
Sweet Rice Balls in Fermented WineSweet glutinous rice balls cooked in fermented rice wine, made by shaping glutinous rice flour into small balls and simmering them in boiling water until they float, then adding rice wine and sugar for flavor.
Braised Watercress with WineA dish made by stir-frying草头 (a spring seasonal vegetable) with yellow wine and garlic. The草头 is blanched, then stir-fried with seasonings to absorb the wine aroma, resulting in a fresh and tender texture.
A Li Smoked PorgyA Li Smoked Porgy is a Chinese dish made with porgy fish, marinated and then smoked with special spices and wood chips. Its skin is crispy, the meat is tender, and it has a rich smoky flavor.
A Li's Special Fried RiceA Li's Special Fried Rice is a flavorful dish made with eggs, rice, ham, peas, and carrots, stir-fried to perfection for a satisfying meal.
A Li's Braised Pork BellyA Li's Braised Pork Belly is a classic Chinese dish made with pork belly slowly cooked in a savory sauce of soy sauce, sugar, and spices, resulting in tender, flavorful meat.