Old Stove Ground Pot (Jinghai South Road Branch)
农家菜 · ⭐ 4.5
No. 565, Jinghai South Road
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. 565, Jinghai South Road. It is a 农家菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Sichuan Wide Rice Noodles, Potato Cubes, Stove Pot Chicken.
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: 4.5
- Address: No. 565, Jinghai South Road
- Popular dishes: Sichuan Wide Rice Noodles, Potato Cubes, Stove Pot Chicken, Crispy Pork Strips, Pork Ribs
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Dishes
Sichuan Wide Rice NoodlesSichuan wide rice noodles are made from sweet potato or potato starch noodles, typically mixed with chili oil, Sichuan peppercorns, garlic, green onions, soy sauce, and vinegar. Sometimes served with bean sprouts, cucumber strips, and peanuts, or cooked in broth.
Potato CubesPotato cubes are a dish primarily made with potatoes. After cutting the potatoes into cube-shaped pieces, they are processed by frying or boiling, then seasoned and cooked with various spices. Common preparation methods include stir-frying, stewing, or steaming, often enhanced with辅料 such as green onions, ginger, and garlic to improve flavor.
Stove Pot ChickenStewed chicken in a clay pot is a dish primarily made with chicken, cooked with various spices and seasonal vegetables. Its distinctive feature lies in the use of a specially designed clay pot that ensures even heating, preserving the tender texture of the chicken. During cooking, flatbread is placed around the edge of the pot and steamed together, resulting in a crispy top and chewy bottom that absorbs the rich broth, creating a deliciously flavorful dish.
Crispy Pork StripsSucculent pork slices, made from fatty pork belly, are marinated and then deep-fried until golden and crispy. To prepare, the pork belly is sliced thinly, seasoned with salt, cooking wine, and five-spice powder, then fried in hot oil until perfectly crisp.
Pork RibsPork ribs are part of a pig's spine, typically including meat and bones. To prepare them, rinse the ribs and blanch them to remove any odor, then cook using methods such as stewing, boiling, roasting, or frying. Common seasonings like soy sauce, cooking wine, and ginger slices are added to enhance flavor.
Frog LegsFrogs legs, known for their tender texture and delicious flavor, are the main ingredient in this dish. Typically stir-fried with chili peppers, scallions, ginger, and garlic, the frogs' legs are carefully cooked to achieve a tender and richly flavored result—making it a nutritious and delightful delicacy.
Wannan Free-range ChickenA traditional dish from Anhui, featuring free-range chicken stewed with medicinal herbs and vegetables for a rich, nourishing flavor.
Century Egg TofuPidan tofu is a traditional dish made primarily from century eggs and soft tofu. The preparation is simple: chop the century eggs and mix them with the soft tofu, then season with scallions, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, and other seasonings, mixing well.
Stuck FlatbreadA traditional Shaanxi flatbread made by baking dough against a hot pan until golden, often served with fillings or alone.
Pan-fried FlatbreadJianbing is a traditional Chinese flour-based food made primarily from wheat flour. To prepare it, mix flour with water to form a batter, then lightly coat a preheated flat pan or baking tray with oil. Pour the batter onto the surface and use a spatula or scraper to spread it into a circular shape. Cook until the bottom turns golden and crispy, then flip and continue cooking until both sides are golden and the pancake is fully cooked through.
Crispy Red Bean CakeCrispy Red Bean Cake is made with red bean paste wrapped in a thin batter and deep-fried until golden brown, offering a sweet and crunchy texture.