Yao Ji Big Iron Pot (Dahua First Ward Branch)
Northeastern Chinese cuisine · ⭐ 4.6
No. 950 Zhenhua Road, Unit L206
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. 950 Zhenhua Road, Unit L206. It is a Northeastern Chinese cuisine place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Yao Ji Large Noodles Salad, Yao Ji Big Mixed Salad, Yao Ji Stewed Rooster.
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: Northeastern Chinese cuisine
- Rating: 4.6
- Address: No. 950 Zhenhua Road, Unit L206
- Popular dishes: Yao Ji Large Noodles Salad, Yao Ji Big Mixed Salad, Yao Ji Stewed Rooster, Yao Ji Fresh Goose Stew with Pork Ribs, Corn Tortilla
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Dishes
Yao Ji Large Noodles SaladA Northeast Chinese cold dish made with wide rice noodles and fresh vegetables, dressed in a tangy and spicy sauce for a refreshing bite.
Yao Ji Big Mixed SaladA refreshing salad made with fresh seasonal vegetables and a secret dressing, featuring crisp textures and balanced flavors.
Yao Ji Stewed RoosterA traditional dish featuring a whole rooster stewed slowly with ginger, scallions, and cooking wine, resulting in tender meat and rich broth.
Yao Ji Fresh Goose Stew with Pork RibsYao Ji Fresh Goose Stew with Pork Ribs is a dish made with fresh goose meat and pork ribs, cooked slowly. It has a delicious taste, tender meat, and rich broth.
Corn TortillaCorn tortillas are primarily made by mixing cornmeal with water, adding a适量 of salt for seasoning, then kneading into a dough and rolling it into thin, round pancakes. These are cooked on a flat pan until both sides turn golden brown. They can be eaten as is or paired with other ingredients.
Dipping Sauce DishDipping sauce dishes involve slicing fresh vegetables or cooked foods and serving them with a specially prepared sauce. Main ingredients include vegetables such as cucumber, carrot, lettuce, and bean sprouts, along with accompaniments like dried tofu, eggs, and ham. The preparation method involves cutting the ingredients into thin slices or small pieces, arranging them on a plate, and serving them with a dipping sauce made from soy sauce, garlic paste, vinegar, chili oil, and sesame paste. Simply dip the food into the sauce before eating.
Dried Green BeansDried green beans are made by sun-drying fresh green beans, preserving their original nutrients and texture. In the production process, tender green beans are selected, washed, blanched, and then air-dried in a well-ventilated area until completely dry.
Sour Cabbage DumplingsSauerkraut dumplings are filled with sauerkraut and pork. The sauerkraut is finely chopped and mixed evenly with seasonings and pork, then wrapped in dumpling wrappers. When boiled, the dumplings offer a refreshing sour taste and tender meat.
Stir-fried in Iron PotIron pot stew is a dish primarily made with meats such as pork or chicken, or fish, combined with various vegetables like potatoes, eggplants, and tofu, slow-cooked in an iron pot. The preparation method involves placing the ingredients and seasonings together in the pot, adding适量 water, and slowly stewing for a long time to allow the flavors to fully blend, resulting in a rich and flavorful dish.
Stewed Beef Bones in Iron PotStewed pork bones in an iron pot is a dish featuring pork bones as the main ingredient, typically cooked with辅料 like potatoes, vermicelli, and cabbage in a slow-cooked stew.
Stewed Goose in Iron PotStewed goose in an iron pot is a nutritious dish made primarily from goose, seasoned with various spices and seasonings and slowly simmered in an iron pot. The broth is rich and flavorful, the meat tender and succulent, preserving the original taste of the goose.
Sweet and Sour PorkGuobaorou is a traditional dish made primarily from pork tenderloin. The meat is sliced and marinated, then deep-fried in hot oil until golden and crispy. It is then stir-fried with a sweet and sour sauce made from sugar and vinegar, ensuring each piece of meat is evenly coated with the sauce.