Cao Shi Spicy Braised (Xinjie Branch)
小吃快餐 · ⭐ 3.4
Nos. 180–210, Yaohang Street
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Ningbo, 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 Nos. 180–210, Yaohang Street. It is a 小吃快餐 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Sichuan Dried Black Fungus, Waterfall Potato Shreds, Celery and Pork Dumplings.
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: Ningbo
- Category: 小吃快餐
- Rating: 3.4
- Address: Nos. 180–210, Yaohang Street
- Popular dishes: Sichuan Dried Black Fungus, Waterfall Potato Shreds, Celery and Pork Dumplings, Crab Roe Dumpling, Mustard greens
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Dishes
Sichuan Dried Black FungusA Sichuan-style dish made with rehydrated dried black fungus stir-fried with garlic, chili, and Sichuan peppercorns, offering a crisp texture and bold spicy flavor.
Waterfall Potato ShredsWaterfall Potato Shreds is a dish primarily made with potatoes. The potatoes are sliced into细丝, then blanched or briefly fried, and mixed with seasonings. During preparation,辅料 such as green onions, ginger, and garlic are typically added, and finally hot oil is poured over to enhance aroma, creating a visual effect resembling a waterfall.
Celery and Pork DumplingsCelery and pork dumplings are made with fresh celery and pork as the main ingredients. The two are finely chopped, seasoned to create a flavorful filling, then wrapped in thin yet resilient dumpling wrappers. When boiled, the dumplings have a thin skin filled with generous stuffing—through the semi-transparent wrapper, you can see the vibrant green celery and pink meat alternating, releasing a fragrant aroma.
Crab Roe DumplingCrab roe bao is a steamed dumpling with a flour wrapper and filling mainly consisting of crab roe and pork. The dough is fermented, rolled thin, filled with seasoned crab roe and pork mixture, shaped into包子, then steamed.
Mustard greensGongcai, also known as Tai Gan, is a dried vegetable made from the fleshy stems of lettuce-family plants through processes such as sun-drying and pickling. It has a bright green color and a crisp texture. To prepare, soak it in water first, then mix with seasonings.
Spicy Braised Lotus Root SlicesSpicy braised lotus root slices is a cold dish made primarily from lotus root. The lotus root is sliced, blanched, then soaked in a spicy braising sauce containing chili, Sichuan pepper, star anise, bay leaves, soy sauce, sugar, and salt.
Spicy Braised Egg CurdA savory dish made by slow-cooking egg curd in a spicy, aromatic broth with chili and spices.
Konjac NoodlesKonjac noodles are a food made from konjac as the main ingredient. Konjac flour is pressed by machine into strips, then processed through freezing and drying to create the final product. They have a smooth and refreshing texture and are commonly used as an ingredient in cold dishes or hot pot meals.
Fish Roe DumplingsFish roe buns are made with fresh fish roe as the main ingredient, combined with finely ground flour to create a delicate outer skin. The fish roe is carefully seasoned and wrapped in soft dough, then steamed to deliver a deliciously fresh taste. The preparation emphasizes the freshness of ingredients and meticulous craftsmanship, ensuring that each bite brings out the rich aroma and flavor of the fish roe.