Old-Style Flatbread, Fried Dough Strips, and Layered Pancakes (Meilong Store)
小吃快餐 · ⭐ 3.5
No. 42, Meidong Market
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 No. 42, Meidong Market. 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: Salty Tofu with Two Fried Dough Sticks and Tea Eggs, Rice Porridge, Alum-free fried dough sticks.
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: 3.5
- Address: No. 42, Meidong Market
- Popular dishes: Salty Tofu with Two Fried Dough Sticks and Tea Eggs, Rice Porridge, Alum-free fried dough sticks, Henan Spicy Soup, Sweet Pumpkin Porridge
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Dishes
Salty Tofu with Two Fried Dough Sticks and Tea EggsSalty Tofu with Two Fried Dough Sticks and Tea Eggs is a traditional Chinese breakfast dish made of salty tofu, fried dough sticks, and tea-boiled eggs. The main ingredients include tofu, flour, eggs, and tea, which are prepared by steaming and frying.
Rice PorridgeMillet porridge is a type of porridge made primarily from millet. The preparation method is simple: wash the millet, then boil it with an appropriate amount of water, and simmer over low heat until the porridge becomes thick.
Alum-free fried dough sticksA non-alum oil stick is a traditional Chinese fried dough snack made using a配方 without alum. The main ingredients include flour, water, salt, and alkali. It is prepared by kneading the dough, letting it rest, stretching it, and then frying it in hot oil. The finished product is golden yellow and has a soft, elastic texture.
Henan Spicy SoupHenan Hulatang is a soup made with beef or mutton, vermicelli, wood ear mushrooms, daylily flowers, and tofu skin, seasoned with spices like Sichuan pepper, star anise, ginger, and scallions. Meat is first cooked and sliced, then simmered with ingredients and finished with seasonings and chili oil to create a thick broth.
Sweet Pumpkin PorridgeSweet pumpkin porridge is a comforting dessert made primarily from pumpkin, carefully simmered to create a smooth and silky texture that exudes the natural sweetness of pumpkin. The preparation is simple: peel and cut the pumpkin into pieces, then cook it with rice until the porridge thickens. Finally, add an appropriate amount of sugar for seasoning.
Glutinous Rice Sweet DumplingsGlutinous rice dumplings filled with sweet red bean or brown sugar, steamed to perfection. Soft and chewy with a rich, sweet center.
Tea EggTea eggs are a traditional Chinese snack made primarily from eggs and tea. The preparation involves boiling the eggs until fully cooked, then gently cracking the shells before simmering them together with tea, spices, and seasonings. This allows the tea's aroma to penetrate the egg, creating a unique flavor.
Sauce-Flavored FlatbreadSauce-flavored pancakes are made primarily from flour and cooked by grilling. The surface of the pancake is brushed with a special sauce, then sprinkled with green onions and sesame seeds, resulting in a crispy texture with distinct layers.
Changsha Stinky TofuChangsha stinky tofu is made primarily from tofu that, after fermentation, develops white mold on its surface. During cooking, it is deep-fried until the exterior becomes crispy, then served with a specially prepared chili sauce and seasonings.
Fragrant Leek and Egg Pancake with NoodlesFragrant leek and egg pancake with noodles is a Chinese pan cake made with leeks, noodles, and eggs. The ingredients are mixed and fried until crispy and fragrant.