Babi Steamed Bun (Hua Ji Road Branch)
小吃快餐 · ⭐ 3.5
No. 31 Huaji 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. 31 Huaji Road. It is a 小吃快餐 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Braised Chicken Thigh, 招牌牛肉馅饼, Burst Heart Fish Balls.
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: 小吃快餐
- Rating: 3.5
- Address: No. 31 Huaji Road
- Popular dishes: Braised Chicken Thigh, 招牌牛肉馅饼, Burst Heart Fish Balls, Pork and Scallion Dumplings, Lily and Mung Bean Soup
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Dishes
Braised Chicken ThighBraised chicken legs is a dish made primarily with chicken thighs, which are marinated and slowly cooked to allow the meat to fully absorb the braising liquid, resulting in tender meat and rich flavor. During preparation, the chicken thighs are first soaked in a braising liquid made from various spices and seasonings, then slowly simmered for a period of time to allow the flavors of the liquid to fully penetrate the meat.
招牌牛肉馅饼招牌牛肉馅饼以面粉制成外皮,内馅主要为牛肉末,加入葱姜等调味料拌匀后包入面皮中,经煎制或烤制而成。
Burst Heart Fish BallsA Chinese snack made of fish balls fried until crispy outside and tender inside, then stir-fried with chili and garlic for a spicy, savory flavor.
Pork and Scallion DumplingsPork and scallion dumplings are made primarily with pork and scallions. The pork is minced into a filling, and the scallions are chopped and mixed evenly with seasonings. Flour and water are combined in a specific ratio to form dough, which is then rolled into wrappers. The wrappers are filled, sealed, and pan-fried until both sides turn golden brown.
Lily and Mung Bean SoupBaihe and mung bean soup is made from fresh lily bulbs and mung beans. Soak the beans first, then boil until soft, add lilies and continue cooking until translucent and tender. Usually unsweetened or lightly sweetened with rock sugar, ideal for summer.
Old Shanghai Scallion Oil FlatbreadOld Shanghai scallion oil cake is a traditional flatbread made from flour, scallions, salt, and water. The dough is rolled thin, folded or rolled, then pan-fried until golden brown.
Scallion Oil BunsScallion oil bao is a steamed bread made primarily from flour, fermented with yeast, then rolled into dough, sprinkled with scallions and salt, rolled up, cut into small segments, and steamed. The finished product has distinct layers, a rich scallion aroma, and a soft texture.
Salted Egg Pork ZongziEgg yolk pork zongzi is made primarily from glutinous rice, wrapped around marinated pork belly and salted egg yolks, then tied into a triangular or tetragonal shape using bamboo leaves or reed leaves and steamed. To prepare, the glutinous rice is mixed with seasonings, combined with pieces of pork belly and salted egg yolks, then wrapped in bamboo leaves and steamed until cooked.
Sour Pickle Pork BunsSteamed pork and sour mustard greens buns made with minced pork and chopped sour mustard greens mixed with seasonings, wrapped in fermented dough and steamed.
Spicy VermicelliA dish made with vermicelli noodles stir-fried with chili, garlic, and scallions, delivering a spicy and aromatic flavor.
MalagaoMalagao is a pastry made primarily from flour, sugar, and eggs, characterized by the addition of agar or baking powder to achieve a soft and delicate texture. During preparation, the ingredients are mixed and stirred evenly, then steamed to form a sweet, golden-yellow delicacy.
Fish-Flavored Shredded Pork BunsFish-flavored shredded pork buns are made by stir-frying pork strips with wood ear mushrooms, carrots, and green peppers, then wrapping the filling in fermented dough and steaming. A fish-flavor sauce (vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and doubanjiang) is added to the filling for its distinctive taste.