A Le Nongjia Cai (Wenyou Street Branch)
农家菜 · ⭐ 3.6
No. 26 Wenyou Street
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. 26 Wenyou Street. It is a 农家菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Bok Choy Egg Dumplings, Chili Chicken Delight, Red Date Rice Cake.
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: 农家菜
- Rating: 3.6
- Address: No. 26 Wenyou Street
- Popular dishes: Bok Choy Egg Dumplings, Chili Chicken Delight, Red Date Rice Cake, Braised Small Crucian Carp, Sheep's Sorrel and Mushroom Soup
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Dishes
Bok Choy Egg DumplingsA traditional Chinese dish made with bok choy and eggs, wrapped in egg skin and steamed to perfection.
Chili Chicken DelightChicken pieces stir-fried with small chili peppers, seasoned with scallions, ginger, garlic, and basic spices, cooked quickly over high heat.
Red Date Rice CakeA traditional Chinese dessert made from glutinous rice flour and red dates, steamed into a soft and sweet cake with festive appeal.
Braised Small Crucian CarpA traditional Chinese dish made by braising small crucian carp in a savory sauce of soy sauce, sugar, and wine until tender and flavorful.
Sheep's Sorrel and Mushroom SoupA light soup made with fresh shepherd's purse and two types of mushrooms, gently simmered for a delicate flavor.
Mushroom and Wheat Gluten StewA savory stew made with fresh mushrooms and wheat gluten, simmered in broth for rich flavor and tender texture.
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.
Pickled CucumberPickled cucumber is a traditional Chinese side dish made primarily from fresh cucumbers, processed through pickling and seasoning. First, wash and cut the cucumbers into segments, then salt them and squeeze out the excess water. Next, mix in minced garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sugar, and other seasonings, and let it marinate for a while before serving.
Grilled Squid TentaclesSizzling squid tentacles is a dish made by stir-frying squid tentacles on a hot iron plate. The squid tentacles, after marinating, are quickly stir-fried with vegetables such as onions and peppers until fully cooked and well-seasoned.
Golden Crispy ShrimpFresh shrimp are marinated, coated in a special batter, and deep-fried until golden and crispy. The outer layer is crunchy while the inside remains tender and juicy.