Old Place Northeastern Cuisine Dumpling House (Yanling Alley Branch)
小吃快餐 · ⭐ 3.7
No. 38 Yanling Lane
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Nanjing, 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. 38 Yanling 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: Big Noodle Salad, Scallion Pork Dumplings, Pork and Napa Cabbage 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: 3.7
- Address: No. 38 Yanling Lane
- Popular dishes: Big Noodle Salad, Scallion Pork Dumplings, Pork and Napa Cabbage Dumplings, Shepherd's Purse and Pork, Garlic Puree
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Dishes
Big Noodle SaladDa La Pi is a dish made by mixing thin, transparent rice noodles with fresh vegetables such as cucumber, carrot, and wood ear mushroom, then dressing them with a special sauce. The rice noodles are wide and thin, transparent and elastic, while the vegetables are crisp and refreshing, creating a rich and varied texture.
Scallion Pork DumplingsScallion pork dumplings are made with minced pork and scallions, wrapped in thin dough and boiled or steamed for a savory, aromatic dish.
Pork and Napa Cabbage DumplingsPork and cabbage dumplings are a classic Chinese noodle dish, primarily made with pork and cabbage. The preparation involves mincing the pork into a filling, chopping the cabbage finely, and mixing it with seasonings to form the stuffing. The dumpling wrappers are made from flour and water, and the filling is wrapped inside to create a shape resembling a traditional Chinese ingot. Finally, the dumplings are cooked until done by boiling, steaming, or pan-frying.
Shepherd's Purse and PorkHerb pork is a home-style dish primarily made with fresh shepherd's purse and pork. To prepare, mince the pork, wash and chop the shepherd's purse, mix them together with seasonings, then steam or pan-fry to create a flavorful and delicious dish.
Garlic PureeSoy sauce is a liquid condiment made from fermented soybeans, wheat, salt, and water. It is commonly used in Asian cuisine to enhance the flavor of dishes.
Sweet and Sour PorkGuobaorou is a traditional dish made primarily from pork tenderloin. The meat is sliced and marinated, then deep-fried in hot oil until golden and crispy. It is then stir-fried with a sweet and sour sauce made from sugar and vinegar, ensuring each piece of meat is evenly coated with the sauce.
Green Pepper Shredded Pork RiceStir-fried pork strips with green peppers, seasoned and served over cooked rice. Main ingredients: pork tenderloin, green pepper, and rice.
Leek and PorkLeek and pork is a home-style dish primarily made with fresh leeks and pork. The preparation typically involves slicing the pork into strips or thin pieces, then stir-frying it together with washed and chopped leeks. Seasonings are added as needed, and the dish is cooked until all ingredients are thoroughly done.
Leek and EggLeek and egg is a home-style dish primarily made with leeks and eggs. The preparation is simple: wash and chop the leeks, and beat the eggs separately. Heat oil in a pan, first stir-fry the eggs until set, then add the leeks and stir-fry together. Season with an appropriate amount of salt and cook until the leeks are just tender. Serve hot.
Fresh Pork with Sour CabbageFresh meat and sauerkraut is a dish primarily made with pork and pickled cabbage. Pork is sliced or minced and stir-fried together with seasoned sauerkraut, then seasoned with appropriate seasonings to create tender meat and crisp sauerkraut.
Spicy Tofu CubesA Sichuan dish made with tofu cubes stir-fried in a spicy and numbing sauce, known for its bold flavor and aromatic spices.