Jinling Lao Ding Family Dumplings (Wenchang Lane Branch)
小吃快餐 · ⭐ 4.1
No. 5, Building 1, Wenchang Lane
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Nanjing, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 5, Building 1, Wenchang Lane. 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: Braised Egg, Handmade Fresh Beef Wontons, Handmade Shrimp Dumplings.
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: Nanjing
- Category: 小吃快餐
- Rating: 4.1
- Address: No. 5, Building 1, Wenchang Lane
- Popular dishes: Braised Egg, Handmade Fresh Beef Wontons, Handmade Shrimp Dumplings, Handmade Fresh Meat and Corn Wontons, Ham Sausage Hot Pot
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Dishes
Braised EggMarinated eggs are eggs that have been boiled and then soaked in a seasoned sauce made from soy sauce and spices until they are flavorful and well-colored. The key to making them lies in the preparation of the marinade and the timing of the soaking process.
Handmade Fresh Beef WontonsFresh beef wontons handmade with finely chopped beef, seasoned with scallions and ginger, wrapped in thin dough and boiled. Clear broth, fresh flavor, tender and juicy filling.
Handmade Shrimp DumplingsFresh shrimp dumplings made by hand with a delicate wrapper and savory filling, steamed or boiled to perfection.
Handmade Fresh Meat and Corn WontonsFresh pork and sweet corn filling wrapped in handmade dough, boiled until tender. The delicate sweetness of corn blends harmoniously with the rich aroma of pork, served in a light, refreshing broth.
Ham Sausage Hot PotA hearty dish made with ham sausage and vegetables, slow-cooked in a clay pot for rich flavor.
Fried EggFried eggs are a simple and delicious home-style dish, primarily made with fresh eggs. The preparation involves beating the eggs and pouring them into a preheated frying pan, then cooking over medium-low heat until both sides turn golden brown and the aroma of eggs fills the air—ready to be served.
Beef Hot PotBeef hot pot is made primarily with beef, combined with vegetables such as potatoes, carrots, and cabbage, and slowly stewed over low heat. The beef is cut into pieces and placed in a clay pot with seasonings, along with an appropriate amount of water or broth. It is simmered gently until the beef becomes tender and the broth turns rich and flavorful.
Vegetable Cold NoodlesA refreshing cold noodle dish made with rice noodles and assorted vegetables, seasoned with vinegar, garlic, chili oil, and sesame paste.
Vegetable Hot PotVegetable Hot Pot is a clay pot dish primarily made with a variety of vegetables. Common ingredients include tofu, mushrooms, carrots, cabbage, wood ear fungus, and vermicelli. After cutting and preparing the ingredients, they are placed in a clay pot and simmered with clear broth or water to allow the flavors to blend harmoniously. This dish typically contains no meat, emphasizing the freshness and layered taste of vegetarian ingredients.
Cowpea Rice PorridgeCowpea rice porridge is made by cooking cowpeas and rice together until soft, resulting in a smooth, nourishing dish ideal for breakfast or recovery.
Pan-fried DumplingsPot stickers are a traditional Chinese pan-fried dumpling made primarily with pork and chives. To prepare, fill dumpling wrappers with the filling, arrange them neatly in a pan, add适量 oil, and fry until the bottoms turn golden and crispy. Then add a small amount of water and steam until the tops of the dumplings are fully cooked.
Sausage Hot PotA hearty dish made by slow-cooking sausages with vegetables like potatoes and cabbage in a clay pot, resulting in rich flavors and tender ingredients.
Fresh Frozen DumplingsFresh frozen dumplings are filled with pork and shrimp, wrapped in thin dough, and preserved by freezing. They are boiled until tender and served with a light, savory broth.
Fresh Meat DumplingsFresh meat dumplings are filled with pork and wrapped in thin dough, shaped like ingot. To cook, boil the dumplings in water until done, serve with clear soup, sprinkle with chopped green onions, and enjoy a delicious flavor.
Black Rice PorridgeBlack rice porridge is a type of porridge made primarily from black rice. To prepare it, soak the black rice and then slowly cook it with water until the rice is soft and the porridge thick. The porridge has a deep color and a fragrant, sticky texture.