Chao Xiang Niu Yan · Chaoshan Fresh Beef Hot Pot (Wuyuehua Plaza Store)
Hot pot · ⭐ 4.5
No. 404 Zhixi West Road; No. 394, Mayflower Life Plaza, 2nd Floor (above Hema Fresh)
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Shanghai, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 404 Zhixi West Road; No. 394, Mayflower Life Plaza, 2nd Floor (above Hema Fresh). It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Braised Squab, Ten-Year Huangdiao Braised Chicken Pot, Tendon Meat.
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: Hot pot
- Rating: 4.5
- Address: No. 404 Zhixi West Road; No. 394, Mayflower Life Plaza, 2nd Floor (above Hema Fresh)
- Popular dishes: Braised Squab, Ten-Year Huangdiao Braised Chicken Pot, Tendon Meat, Tenderized Meat, Home-Braised Fish and Shrimp Fresh
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Dishes
Braised SquabSquab is made from young pigeons that have not yet fully grown. After slaughter, plucking, and cleaning, the meat is prepared through marinating, roasting, or stewing. The main ingredient is squab, often enhanced with seasonings such as ginger, scallions, and cooking wine.
Ten-Year Huangdiao Braised Chicken PotA richly flavored chicken dish simmered in ten-year-aged Huangdiao wine, resulting in tender meat and a deeply aromatic broth.
Tendon MeatAnglo is a dish made primarily from long strips of beef taken from the back of the cow, sliced thinly using precise knife skills, and then cooked with specially prepared seasonings. Its meat is tender and flavorful, making it a popular choice for hot pot or barbecue.
Tenderized MeatTender meat is a dish primarily made with pork, using tender cuts such as pork tenderloin or梅花肉 (marbled pork), which are sliced, marinated, and quickly stir-fried. The dish has a bright color and tender, juicy texture.
Home-Braised Fish and Shrimp FreshHome-Braised Fish and Shrimp Fresh is a Chinese dish made with fresh fish and shrimp, combined with various vegetables and seasonings, and cooked by stewing. It has a fresh and rich flavor.
Handmade Fresh Shrimp DumplingsHandmade shrimp paste, made from fresh shrimp that are finely chopped and mixed to create a smooth shrimp paste. Cooked in clear soup or hot pot base, it offers a tender texture and delicious shrimp flavor—essential for any hot pot meal.
Signature Crispy ChickenSignature crispy-skinned chicken made from whole chicken, marinated and deep-fried until the skin is golden and crunchy while the meat stays tender.
Signature Shrimp and Crab Rice PorridgeSignature shrimp and crab rice porridge made with fresh shrimp and crab meat, simmered with glutinous rice. Rice is first cooked soft, then clean shrimp and crab added and slowly stewed until fully cooked, resulting in a rich, fragrant broth.
Salt-and-Pepper Frog LegsSzechuan salt and pepper frog is a dish featuring frogs as the main ingredient. After preparation, the frogs are marinated with wine and ginger to remove fishy odor, then coated in starch and deep-fried until crispy outside and tender inside. Finally, they're stir-fried with garlic, chili, Sichuan peppercorns, and seasoned with salt and pepper for rich flavor.
Chao Shan Hand-Hammered Beef BallsChao-Shan hand-pounded beef balls use fresh yellow beef as the main ingredient, pounded by hand until tender, then mixed with starch, salt, and pepper, shaped into balls and cooked. The process emphasizes manual pounding to maintain elasticity and texture.
Chaozhou Burn Sauce Beef Fried RiceChaozhou Burn Sauce Beef Fried Rice is a dish made with beef and rice, seasoned with a special burn sauce. The beef is stir-fried and mixed with rice, then combined with the burn sauce for a rich and fragrant flavor.
Chaoshan Signature BrothA rich broth made with seafood stock and aromatic spices, featuring shrimp, abalone, and fish maw for a savory and fragrant flavor.
Stir-Fried Beef Rice NoodlesChao Niu He is a Chinese stir-fry dish made primarily with rice noodles and beef, accompanied by辅料 such as bean sprouts and green onions. The rice noodles are cut into segments and quickly stir-fried together with marinated beef slices, then seasoned with soy sauce and oyster sauce to allow the ingredients to blend fully, resulting in a smooth, tender, and refreshing texture.
Fried Tofu SkinFried tofu skin is a traditional snack made primarily from tofu skin. After careful selection, soaking, and slicing, the tofu skin is deep-fried until golden and crispy. The finished product has an appealing color and a rich, layered texture.
Beef TrioA dish featuring beef, beef brisket, and beef tendon slow-cooked to tender perfection with rich, savory flavors.
Bamboo MushroomBamboo fungus dishes use bamboo fungus as the main ingredient, combined with carefully selected ingredients such as chicken and shrimp, and prepared by steaming or stewing. The freshness of the bamboo fungus blends perfectly with the textures of the ingredients, resulting in a rich and flavorful broth that is also highly nutritious.
Yuejiao Hefu Xiao Chao HuangYuejiao Hefu Xiao Chao Huang is a Cantonese dish made with fresh vegetables and meat, stir-fried with special sauce. Main ingredients include chicken, beef, green pepper, red pepper, and carrot, with a fresh and slightly spicy flavor that highlights the natural taste of the ingredients.
Fatty Pig's TrotterFéi pián is a dish primarily made with pig trotters. Typically, the pig trotters are blanched and then stewed together with seasonings until tender and flavorful. During preparation, ingredients such as soy sauce, sugar, and cooking wine may be added to achieve a bright red color and rich taste.
Fresh Cut BeefFresh-cut beef is a dish made primarily from fresh beef, finely sliced to preserve its natural flavor. The preparation is simple, relying mainly on the inherent freshness of the beef, which is quickly stir-fried or grilled with just the right amount of seasoning to highlight its tender and juicy texture.
Mouse Shell CakeMouse Shell Cake is a traditional snack from Chaozhou, Guangdong, made with mouse shell herb juice and glutinous rice flour, filled with red bean paste or pickled vegetables, steamed to a soft and fragrant texture.