Xiang Balao Rural Cuisine (Nanxin Dongyuan Store)
地方菜 · ⭐ 3.9
No. 852 Xingnan 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. 852 Xingnan Road. It is a 地方菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Spicy Crawfish with Thirteen Spices, Braised Chicken Feet, Stir-Fried Chicken Offal.
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: 地方菜
- Rating: 3.9
- Address: No. 852 Xingnan Road
- Popular dishes: Spicy Crawfish with Thirteen Spices, Braised Chicken Feet, Stir-Fried Chicken Offal, Scallion Egg Pancake, White-Cut Chicken
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Dishes
Spicy Crawfish with Thirteen SpicesSpicy crayfish with thirteen spices is primarily made from fresh crayfish, which are cleaned and then stir-fried with a blend of thirteen-spice seasoning, chili peppers, ginger, garlic, and other辅料. During preparation, the crayfish are typically blanched in boiling water to remove fishy odor, then the seasonings are fried in oil until fragrant before adding the crayfish for stir-frying. Finally, they are simmered until fully cooked, allowing the flavors to deeply penetrate.
Braised Chicken FeetBraised chicken feet is a traditional dish primarily made with chicken feet as the main ingredient. The preparation involves cleaning the chicken feet thoroughly, marinating them in a specially prepared braising sauce, and then slowly cooking them until they are fully flavored and develop an appealing color.
Stir-Fried Chicken OffalStir-fried Chicken Offal is a dish made primarily from chicken hearts, liver, and gizzards, combined with vegetables such as green and red peppers, and quickly stir-fried. First, clean the chicken offal and slice it; prepare the vegetables by cutting them. Then, heat a wok with oil, sauté葱姜蒜 (scallions, ginger, and garlic) until fragrant, add the chicken offal and stir-fry quickly until it changes color. Finally, add the prepared vegetables and seasonings, and stir-fry thoroughly to combine.
Scallion Egg PancakeA traditional Chinese dish made by frying a mixture of beaten eggs and chopped scallions into a soft, fragrant pancake.
White-Cut ChickenWhite-cut chicken is a traditional Chinese dish made with tender chicken as the main ingredient, carefully prepared to preserve the original flavor of the meat. The preparation method mainly involves boiling the whole chicken until cooked, then cutting it into small pieces. The skin turns golden and tempting, while the meat remains fresh, tender, and juicy.
Braised BreamA traditional Chinese dish made by slow-cooking bream in a savory sauce of soy sauce, sugar, and ginger.
Braised Chicken FeetA Chinese dish made by slow-cooking chicken feet in a savory sauce of soy sauce, sugar, and spices until tender and flavorful.
Garlic Dressing LettuceA refreshing cold dish made with fresh lettuce and garlic dressing, known for its crisp texture and mild garlic flavor.
Spicy and Sour Napa CabbageSour and spicy Chinese cabbage is a home-style dish made with Chinese cabbage as the main ingredient. Cut the cabbage into segments, blanch or stir-fry directly, add garlic, chili, vinegar, and chili for flavor, and stir until well absorbed.
Sliced Potatoes with Green PepperSpicy green pepper and potato shreds is a home-style dish primarily made with potatoes and green peppers. After peeling the potatoes, slice them into thin strips and soak in cold water to remove excess starch. Wash and slice the green peppers as well. Heat oil in a pan, quickly stir-fry the potato strips until just cooked through, then add the green pepper strips and continue stir-frying. Finally, season with salt and a small amount of vinegar, stir well, and serve.
Green Pepper and EdamameA refreshing home-style dish made with fresh green peppers and edamame, stir-fried together for a crisp and nutritious meal.
Stir-fried eggs with chivesScallion and egg stir-fry is a home-style dish made primarily with fresh scallions and eggs. The preparation is simple: first, wash and chop the scallions, and beat the eggs. Next, pour the egg mixture into a hot pan with oil and fry until golden on both sides, then set aside. Then, add the scallion pieces to the pan and stir-fry until just cooked through. Finally, add the fried egg pieces, season with an appropriate amount of salt, stir well, and serve.
Spicy CrawfishSpicy crayfish is made primarily from crayfish, cooked with a variety of spices including chili peppers and Sichuan peppercorns. It has a bright red color, rich aroma, tender shrimp meat, and a bold spicy and numbing flavor that is deeply loved by diners.