Caiji Xiao Cai (Ping'an Branch)
江浙菜 · ⭐ 4.3
No. 170–174, Lane 1633, Pingfu Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Shanghai, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 170–174, Lane 1633, Pingfu 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 Noodles, Rice Dumpling Shrimp, Eight Treasure Rice Crackers.
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: 4.3
- Address: No. 170–174, Lane 1633, Pingfu Road
- Popular dishes: XO Sauce Noodles, Rice Dumpling Shrimp, Eight Treasure Rice Crackers, Crispy Bamboo Shoots in Dry Pot, Osmanthus Braised Pork
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Dishes
XO Sauce NoodlesA dish of fine rice noodles tossed in a savory XO sauce with shrimp and ham, known for its rich flavor and elegant presentation.
Rice Dumpling ShrimpPurse shrimp is a dish made with fresh shrimp. The shells are removed leaving the tails, and the backs are slit to remove the intestinal vein. After marinating with seasonings, the shrimp are coated in starch or batter and deep-fried until golden and crispy, resembling a traditional Chinese purse. The result is crispy outside and tender inside, with a bright red color.
Eight Treasure Rice CrackersEight Treasure Rice Crackers is a dish made with rice crackers and various ingredients like peanuts, beans, carrots, and bell peppers, stir-fried to create a crispy and flavorful dish.
Crispy Bamboo Shoots in Dry PotDry-braised crispy bamboo shoots is a dish made with fresh crispy bamboo shoots, pork belly, green peppers, red peppers, and onions. After blanching, the bamboo shoots are stir-fried with seasonings like doubanjiang, garlic, ginger, and dried chilies, then simmered until the sauce thickens.
Osmanthus Braised PorkA traditional Chinese dish made by slow-cooking pork belly with osmanthus, rock sugar, and soy sauce, resulting in a rich, fragrant, and tender dish.
Steamed Bamboo ChickenA Cantonese cold dish made by steaming bamboo chicken and serving it chilled, highlighting its tender texture and natural flavor.
Scallion Fragrant Lishui TaroA Chinese home-style dish made with fragrant taro and scallions, featuring a soft, sweet texture and savory aroma.
Scallion Fragrant Lychee PotatoScallion-flavored Lishui taro is a dish made with Lishui taro and scallions. The taro is steamed or boiled, then stir-fried with sautéed scallions to infuse the aroma, resulting in a soft, fragrant texture.
Sichuan Pepper Pork LiverSpicy Sichuan pepper pork liver is a dish primarily made with pork liver. After cleaning and slicing the liver, it is marinated with cooking wine, light soy sauce, and other seasonings, then stir-fried together with fresh Sichuan peppercorns. The cooking process emphasizes precise heat control to ensure the pork liver remains tender and the Sichuan pepper aroma is rich and fragrant.
Caiji Zhu Lin JiCaiji Zhu Lin Ji is a dish made with local chickens and natural ingredients from bamboo forests, using traditional cooking methods. The chicken is tender and flavorful, with a fresh and unique taste.
Mini Pan-Fried BunsMini pan-fried buns are small dumplings made with wheat dough and filled with pork or vegetables, pan-fried until crispy on the bottom and steamed on top for a tender bite.
Sour Cabbage Fish SlicesA Sichuan dish featuring tender black fish slices cooked with sour cabbage and chili, delivering a bold, tangy-spicy flavor.
Grilled Ribeye SteakSkillet beef short ribs are a dish featuring beef short ribs as the main ingredient, marinated and seared on a hot skillet to achieve a crispy exterior and tender interior. Typically cooked with onions and green peppers, the high heat of the skillet quickly cooks the ingredients while locking in juices.