Minshanhai·Fujian Minnan Cuisine (Shangxiang Store)
地方菜 · ⭐ 4.8
150 meters southeast of the intersection of Santong Road and Xiahang Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Fuzhou, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at 150 meters southeast of the intersection of Santong Road and Xiahang 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: Buddha Jumps Over the Wall, Peanut Oil Steamed Yellow Croaker, Xiamen Ginger Duck.
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: Fuzhou
- Category: 地方菜
- Rating: 4.8
- Address: 150 meters southeast of the intersection of Santong Road and Xiahang Road
- Popular dishes: Buddha Jumps Over the Wall, Peanut Oil Steamed Yellow Croaker, Xiamen Ginger Duck, Xiamen Satay Beef, Xiamen Sticky Rice Steamed Soft-Shell Crab
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Dishes
Buddha Jumps Over the WallBuddha Jumps Over the Wall is a famous traditional Fujian dish, primarily made with珍贵 ingredients such as shark fin, abalone, sea cucumber, fish maw, and pigeon eggs, enhanced with aromatics like dried scallops, chicken, and ham. Each ingredient is separately stewed before being combined into one pot and slowly simmered over low heat to create a rich, flavorful broth where all ingredients blend harmoniously. The finished dish has a golden color and a thick, delicious soup.
Peanut Oil Steamed Yellow CroakerFresh yellow croaker is gently steamed in pure peanut oil, highlighting its natural flavor and tender texture.
Xiamen Ginger DuckXiamen Ginger Duck is made from Red-faced Muscovy duck, stir-fried with sesame oil until fragrant, then simmered with old ginger (ginger mother) and rice wine. It is believed to soothe the liver, moisten the lungs, nourish the stomach, strengthen the spleen, relax muscles and blood vessels, and dispel cold while resolving phlegm.
Xiamen Satay BeefA Fujian dish featuring tender beef stir-fried with satay sauce, onions, and peppers, known for its savory and slightly spicy flavor.
Xiamen Sticky Rice Steamed Soft-Shell CrabFresh soft-shell crab steamed with sticky rice and seasonings, resulting in tender meat infused with rich, savory flavor.
Xiamen Soy Sauce Water Yellow CroakerA classic Fujian dish featuring fresh yellow croaker simmered in soy sauce with ginger and scallions, resulting in tender, flavorful fish with a savory umami taste.
Spicy Numbing Double CrispA Sichuan dish featuring pork stomach and chicken gizzard, stir-fried with Sichuan peppercorns and chili for a numbing, spicy flavor and crisp texture.
Quanzhou Chicken RollQuanzhou chicken roll is a traditional Fujian snack made by wrapping minced chicken, shrimp, and mushrooms in thin dough, then frying or steaming until crispy and flavorful.
Min Nan Braised NoodlesMin Nan Lu Mian is a traditional noodle dish made with noodles and ingredients like pork, shrimp, mushrooms, squid, and eggs, simmered in a rich sauce of soy sauce, sugar, star anise, and cinnamon.
Minnan Songrong BunMinnan Songrong Bun is made with fresh matsutake mushroom, pork filling, and dried shiitake, wrapped in fermented dough and steamed. The outer layer is soft and fluffy, while the inner filling offers a rich, savory flavor with a distinct earthy aroma of matsutake.
Minhai Oyster OmeletteFujian coastal oyster omelet is made primarily with fresh oysters, combined with eggs, sweet potato starch, and vegetables such as Chinese chives or green onions. The oysters are mixed with egg liquid and then fried in a hot pan to create a pancake-like dish with a crispy outer layer and a tender, flavorful interior.
Fujian-style Pan-Fried Stuffed TofuFujian-style pan-fried stuffed tofu is made with soft tofu hollowed out and filled with minced pork or shrimp paste, then pan-fried until golden and crispy on the outside, tender and juicy inside.
Min Nan Meat SoupA savory soup made from minced pork, fish paste, and starch, popular in southern Fujian cuisine.