Madame Su's Intangible Cultural Heritage Suzhou Cuisine · Mandarin Fish (Pingjiang Road Branch)
江浙菜 · ⭐ 4.2
No. 329, Baita East Road (opposite Bank of China)
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Suzhou, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 329, Baita East Road (opposite Bank of China). 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 Sauce, Bok Choy with Oil Tofu Skin, Spicy Stir-Fried Organic Cauliflower.
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: Suzhou
- Category: 江浙菜
- Rating: 4.2
- Address: No. 329, Baita East Road (opposite Bank of China)
- Popular dishes: Sizzling Eel Sauce, Bok Choy with Oil Tofu Skin, Spicy Stir-Fried Organic Cauliflower, Squirrel-shaped Mandarin Fish, Squirrel-shaped Mandarin Fish
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Dishes
Sizzling Eel SauceFried Eel with Hot Oil is a Chinese dish primarily made with eel. The eel is cut into segments and stir-fried with seasonings such as garlic and ginger, then finished by pouring hot oil over it, creating a sizzling sound that gives the dish its name. The dish has a bright red color and tender eel meat.
Bok Choy with Oil Tofu SkinBok choy stir-fried or simmered with fried tofu skin. Main ingredients are bok choy and oil tofu skin, offering a fresh, crisp texture and mild, refreshing taste.
Spicy Stir-Fried Organic CauliflowerDry Pot Organic Cauliflower is a dish primarily made with organic cauliflower, seasoned with辅料 such as chili peppers, garlic, and ginger, and stir-fried quickly over high heat. The cauliflower is cut into small florets, blanched, then stir-fried in a dry pot with seasonings to allow the ingredients to fully absorb the flavors.
Squirrel-shaped Mandarin FishA classic Suzhou dish featuring a whole mandarin fish with decorative cuts, deep-fried until crispy and glazed in a sweet and sour sauce.
Squirrel-shaped Mandarin FishSquirrel-shaped mandarin fish is made primarily from mandarin fish, named for its bright red color and shape resembling a squirrel after cooking. The fish is deboned, scored with diagonal cuts, marinated, then deep-fried until golden and crispy. A sweet and sour sauce made from sugar and vinegar is then prepared and poured over the fish, creating a vibrant appearance and a squirrel-like造型.
Squirrel-shaped Mandarin FishSquirrel-shaped mandarin fish is made primarily from mandarin fish, named for its bright red color and shape resembling a squirrel. The preparation involves deboning the fish, slicing it into flower-like cuts, marinating it, then deep-frying until golden and crispy. It is finally stir-fried with a sweet-and-sour sauce, resulting in a dish with vibrant colors and a balanced sweet-and-tart flavor.
Osmanthus Glutinous Rice with Lotus RootGuìhuā Táng'ǒu is a dessert made primarily from lotus root and glutinous rice. Glutinous rice is stuffed into the lotus root holes, then boiled, sliced, and simmered with rock sugar and osmanthus flowers.
Stir-Fried ShrimpClear stir-fried shrimp is a dish primarily made with shrimp as the main ingredient. During preparation, vegetables such as green pepper, red pepper, or broccoli are added to enhance color. After washing and draining, the shrimp is quickly stir-fried with seasonings to maintain its fresh and tender texture. The entire dish features bright colors and delicious, tender shrimp.
Suzhou-style Dongpo PorkSuzhou-style Dongpo pork, made primarily from fatty pork belly, is carefully prepared. First, the pork belly is cut into cubes and tied tightly with cotton thread, then pan-fried until slightly golden. Next, caramel color, rice wine, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, ginger, and scallions are added, and the dish is slowly stewed over low heat until the meat becomes tender and the sauce thickens. Finally, the sauce is reduced and the dish is served, presenting a glossy red appearance that is visually appealing.
Water Shield SoupA delicate soup made from fresh water shield, often with chicken or ham, known for its smooth texture and mild flavor.
Silver Fish Fried with EggsA classic Chinese home-style dish made by stir-frying fresh silver fish with beaten eggs, resulting in a tender and savory flavor.
Chicken Broth Bamboo SkinA delicate dish made with bamboo skin simmered in chicken broth, offering a fresh and savory taste.