Jinjiang Chef (Changning Branch)
江浙菜 · ⭐ 3.8
No. 5, Lane 1600, Changning Road, Zhoujiaqiao Subdistrict (near Loushan Pass 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. 5, Lane 1600, Changning Road, Zhoujiaqiao Subdistrict (near Loushan Pass 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: XO Sauce Dumpling Shrimp, Shanghai Smoked Fish, Five Blessings Clay Pot Pork.
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: 江浙菜
- Rating: 3.8
- Address: No. 5, Lane 1600, Changning Road, Zhoujiaqiao Subdistrict (near Loushan Pass Road)
- Popular dishes: XO Sauce Dumpling Shrimp, Shanghai Smoked Fish, Five Blessings Clay Pot Pork, Sizzling Eel丝, Crystal Shrimp
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Dishes
XO Sauce Dumpling ShrimpFresh shrimp wrapped in a crispy batter and stir-fried with premium XO sauce, served in a dumpling-like shape for a rich, savory flavor.
Shanghai Smoked FishShanghai smoked fish is a Chinese dish made primarily with grass carp or carp. The fish is cut into pieces, deep-fried until golden brown, then simmered in a sauce made from sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, and yellow wine until fully flavored. Finally, sesame seeds are sprinkled on top. The cooking process emphasizes precise temperature control to achieve tender, juicy meat with a crispy exterior and a bright red color.
Five Blessings Clay Pot PorkA traditional Chinese dish made with pork belly, mushrooms, bamboo shoots, and eggs, slow-cooked in a clay pot for rich flavor and tender texture.
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.
Crystal ShrimpCrystal Shrimp is a dish made with fresh shrimp marinated in egg white, starch, and a little salt, then gently fried in warm oil. The shrimp are translucent like crystal, tender, and refreshingly delicate.
Shanghai-style Fried ShrimpA classic Shanghai dish featuring fresh shrimp stir-fried with scallions, ginger, and garlic, resulting in crispy shells and tender meat with a savory-sweet flavor.
Old Vinegar JellyfishA cold dish made with jellyfish head, seasoned with vinegar, sugar, garlic, and cilantro. Crisp texture and tangy-sweet flavor.
Vietnamese Chili-Sliced Sea BassFresh sea bass is marinated in a tangy sauce made from fish sauce, lime juice, garlic, and chili, then steamed with sliced red peppers and herbs for a refreshing, spicy flavor.
Sweet Rice Balls in Fermented WineSweet glutinous rice balls cooked in fermented rice wine, made by shaping glutinous rice flour into small balls and simmering them in boiling water until they float, then adding rice wine and sugar for flavor.
Yellow Croaker Stewed NoodlesA traditional Chinese dish featuring fresh yellow croaker simmered with noodles, creating a rich, savory flavor.