Chongqing Chicken Stew Paper-wrapped Fish (Haining Road Store)
Sichuan cuisine · ⭐ 3.7
No. 397 Haining Road
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. 397 Haining Road. It is a Sichuan cuisine place, and the flavors are spicy (numbing/spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Filled Fish Balls, Pumpkin Pancake, Napa cabbage.
If you cannot eat spicy food, use Dragon Mate to say “no spicy” before ordering, and tell the staff clearly.
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: Sichuan cuisine
- Rating: 3.7
- Address: No. 397 Haining Road
- Popular dishes: Filled Fish Balls, Pumpkin Pancake, Napa cabbage, Wide Rice Noodles, Yam Slices
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Dishes
Filled Fish BallsFish balls are made primarily from fish meat. First, the bones are removed and the fish meat is finely minced. Then, egg white, starch, and other seasonings are added, mixed thoroughly, and shaped into small balls. Inside each ball is a savory meat or seafood filling. Once cooked and floating to the surface, they are ready to serve—tender in texture with a rich, flavorful center.
Pumpkin PancakePumpkin cake is a traditional snack made primarily with pumpkin as the main ingredient. The preparation typically involves steaming the pumpkin until soft, mashing it into a puree, mixing it with glutinous rice flour and other ingredients, then shaping it into small round cakes. Finally, it can be either fried or steamed to complete the dish.
Napa cabbageNapa cabbage is a common vegetable widely loved for its tender texture and nutritional value. When preparing it, the cabbage is usually washed and cut into segments, and can be stir-fried, simmered, or made into soups. Seasonings can be added according to taste during cooking.
Wide Rice NoodlesWide rice noodles are a flat noodle food made primarily from sweet potato or mung bean starch, processed by steaming, cooling, and cutting. They are semi-transparent, smooth, and elastic, suitable for boiling, stir-frying, or stewing.
Yam SlicesMountain yam slices are made by peeling and thinly slicing mountain yam, then blanching or stir-frying. Add a little salt or soy sauce as needed to enhance flavor.
Maling Luncheon MeatMerin Lunch Meat is a processed meat product primarily made from pork. The pork is minced into a paste, mixed with starch, salt, and other seasonings, then molded and steamed at high temperature. The finished product has a reddish color and a delicate texture.
Oil-fried gluten noodlesOil-fried gluten balls are made from wheat dough that is fermented and then deep-fried, forming hollow spherical shapes with a crispy outer shell and a porous interior. To prepare them, the dough is shaped into small balls and fried in hot oil until they expand, turn golden brown, and are then drained of excess oil. They are commonly used in stir-fries or stews, absorbing the broth to create a rich and flavorful texture.
Old TofuOld tofu is a traditional dish primarily made from tofu, which becomes soft and tender after stewing, fully absorbing the broth. It is typically prepared with meat or vegetables to enhance texture and nutrition, then reduced to concentrate the flavors.
CilantroCilantro, also known as coriander, is a common herb used for seasoning. Its fresh green leaves have a distinctive aroma and are primarily composed of stems and leaves. Cilantro can be used in cold dishes, stir-fries, or as a garnish for soups, adding a refreshing flavor to the dish.
Chicken and Frog StewA creative dish featuring chicken and frog legs stewed with vegetables and a secret sauce, offering rich flavors and aromatic appeal.
Cucumber SlicesCucumber slices are fresh cucumbers peeled and sliced thinly, typically served as a cold dish or side dish. To prepare, mix with a small amount of salt, vinegar, and minced garlic; you may also add chili oil or sesame oil according to taste for enhanced flavor.
Black TripeBlack tripe is made from fresh beef tripe, carefully processed and stir-fried with a specially prepared chili sauce and spices. The preparation method preserves the tender texture of the tripe while allowing the seasonings to fully penetrate, resulting in a dish that is both delicious and rich in flavor.