Yujin Tian (Jiangbei New District Branch)
江浙菜 · ⭐ 4.6
No. 96 Tianpu Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Nanjing, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 96 Tianpu Road. It is a 江浙菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Sizzling Eel丝, Steamed King Crab with Ginger and Scallion, Imperial Lake Fish Head.
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: 江浙菜
- Rating: 4.6
- Address: No. 96 Tianpu Road
- Popular dishes: Sizzling Eel丝, Steamed King Crab with Ginger and Scallion, Imperial Lake Fish Head, Dinosaur Egg, Thick Soup Tofu with Bean Curd Sheets
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Dishes
Sizzling Eel丝Fried eel threads in hot oil is a Chinese dish primarily made with eel. To prepare it, eel is sliced into thin strips and marinated with seasonings such as scallions, ginger, and garlic. Next, the eel strips are quickly stir-fried in hot oil to maintain their tender texture. Finally, hot oil is poured over the dish to enhance the aroma of the eel, resulting in a bright red color and rich, fragrant flavor.
Steamed King Crab with Ginger and ScallionA Cantonese dish featuring fresh king crab steamed with ginger and scallions, highlighting the natural sweetness of the crab and aromatic herbs.
Imperial Lake Fish HeadA richly flavored dish made from a large fish head sourced from a reservoir, simmered with tofu and mushrooms to create a creamy, savory broth.
Dinosaur EggDinosaur egg is a dish made primarily with eggs, typically scrambled with seasonings and cooked by frying or steaming. Some recipes add scallions or ham bits to create a texture similar to egg custard, with a slightly crispy outer layer and a tender interior.
Thick Soup Tofu with Bean Curd SheetsA rich and savory dish made by simmering soft tofu and bean curd sheets in a flavorful broth, resulting in a smooth and satisfying texture.
Stir-fried Hand-peeled River ShrimpStir-fried peeled river shrimp is made with fresh shrimp, cleaned and marinated with salt and cooking wine. Sauté garlic in hot oil, add shrimp and stir quickly until colored, then season with white pepper. Clear color, tender texture.
Special Radish Pickle Fried RiceA flavorful fried rice dish made with rice, pickled radish, egg, and green onions, offering a savory and satisfying taste.
Scallion-Braised Live Sea CucumberA traditional Chinese dish featuring fresh sea cucumber braised with scallions, known for its rich flavor and tender texture.
Scallion-Braised Live Sea CucumberA dish featuring fresh sea cucumber braised with scallions and seasonings, known for its tender texture and aromatic flavor.
Scallion Braised Wagyu BeefA dish featuring tender wagyu beef braised with abundant scallions, seasoned with soy sauce, sugar, and cooking wine for a rich, savory flavor.
Glutinous Rice BallZongzi is a traditional Chinese dessert made primarily from glutinous rice flour, sesame seeds, and sugar. The preparation involves mixing glutinous rice flour with an appropriate amount of water to form a paste, then wrapping it around a filling of sesame and sugar, shaping it into round balls. Finally, the zongzi is deep-fried in hot oil until golden and crispy, then removed from the oil and drained before serving.