Da Zhuai Yuan · Turtle House
江浙菜 · ⭐ 4.0
Nos. 108–109, Yicheng Garden West District, Jingwu Road, Maigaoqiao Subdistrict (near Wanshoucun Bus Stop)
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Nanjing, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Nos. 108–109, Yicheng Garden West District, Jingwu Road, Maigaoqiao Subdistrict (near Wanshoucun Bus Stop). It is a 江浙菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Five-Flavor River White Shrimp, Six Harmony First Dish, Cold-mixed bitter lettuce.
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: Nanjing
- Category: 江浙菜
- Rating: 4.0
- Address: Nos. 108–109, Yicheng Garden West District, Jingwu Road, Maigaoqiao Subdistrict (near Wanshoucun Bus Stop)
- Popular dishes: Five-Flavor River White Shrimp, Six Harmony First Dish, Cold-mixed bitter lettuce, Double Pepper Fish Head, Stir-Fried Beef with Yellow Onion
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Dishes
Five-Flavor River White ShrimpFresh river white shrimp stir-fried with a blend of five flavors—sweet, sour, salty, spicy, and umami—for a balanced and vibrant taste.
Six Harmony First DishA traditional Chinese dish made with pork offal such as stomach, lungs, and intestines, simmered with spices for rich flavor.
Cold-mixed bitter lettuceCold-mixed bitter lettuce is a chilled dish featuring fresh bitter lettuce washed and torn into small pieces, then seasoned with garlic, sesame oil, soy sauce, vinegar, and a touch of sugar, mixed well and ready to serve.
Double Pepper Fish HeadDouble pepper fish head features fresh fish head stir-fried with green and red peppers. After marinating, the fish head is cooked with sliced peppers and seasonings to absorb flavors while preserving the peppers' freshness.
Stir-Fried Beef with Yellow OnionStir-fried Yellow Beef is a dish made primarily with yellow beef and vegetables. To prepare it, slice the yellow beef thinly, marinate it with seasonings to infuse flavor, then quickly stir-fry it together with garlic, ginger, chili peppers, and other ingredients to maintain the beef's tender texture.
Beef with Mung Bean SproutsA dish of tender beef slices stir-fried quickly with fresh mung bean sprouts, seasoned with garlic and ginger for a savory, satisfying flavor.
Stir-fried Yam with Wood Ear MushroomsStir-fried yam with black fungus is a home-style dish primarily made with yam and black fungus. Peel the yam, cut it into slices or strips, and soak the black fungus in advance before washing it clean. Stir-fry both ingredients together in hot oil, add seasonings such as salt and light soy sauce, and cook until the yam becomes soft and the black fungus turns crisp and tender.
Pan-fried DumplingsPan-fried dumplings are a traditional snack made primarily from flour and fillings of meat or vegetables. The dumpling wrappers are thin with ample filling, typically pan-fried in a small amount of oil until the bottom becomes golden and crispy. They can be enjoyed with sauces such as vinegar or chili oil.
Stoneware Frog Legs with BeefStone pot frog is a dish primarily featuring frog meat. Typically, the frog meat is cut into pieces and stir-fried together with accompaniments such as bean sprouts, green peppers, and onions in a heated stone pot. Seasonings like doubanjiang (fermented broad bean paste), garlic, ginger, and chili are added during cooking to create tender frog meat with rich, flavorful taste.
Stone Pot Old TofuStone pot old tofu is a dish made primarily with old tofu, accompanied by辅料 such as green pepper, red pepper, and onion, and cooked in a stone pot. After frying or blanching, the old tofu is stir-fried in a heated stone pot with seasonings, allowing the tofu to absorb the sauce and become soft, tender, and flavorful.
Braised Eel in Brown SauceRed-braised eel is a Chinese dish featuring eel as the main ingredient. The cleaned eel is cut into segments, pan-fried until slightly golden, then stewed with scallions, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, sugar, and cooking wine to absorb the rich flavors. The result is tender, succulent eel with a glossy red appearance.
羊肉锅仔羊肉锅仔是一道以羊肉为主要食材,搭配蔬菜、豆腐等辅料,放入小火锅中慢煮而成的菜肴。羊肉切片后与姜片、葱段等调料一同入锅,加入高汤或清水炖煮,使肉质软嫩,汤汁浓郁。
Suzhou-style smoked fishSuzhou-style smoked fish is a Chinese dish made with grass carp or black carp. The fish is cut into pieces, marinated, fried until crispy, then simmered with sugar, soy sauce, and yellow wine to absorb rich flavors.
Chrysanthemum Greens Steamed EggChrysanthemum greens steamed egg is made primarily from fresh chrysanthemum leaves and eggs, mixed and steamed together. The dish has a smooth texture and a refreshing aroma of chrysanthemum leaves, with simple preparation and rich nutrition.
Golden Soup Softshell TurtleGolden soup turtle is made by stewing turtle with chicken broth or stock. The turtle is blanched to remove odor, then simmered with ginger slices and scallions. Finally, a golden broth is added for rich color and delicious flavor.
Leek-flavored Pig KidneyScallion pork kidneys is a dish made with pig kidneys and scallions. The kidneys are scored, blanched to remove odor, then stir-fried with sliced scallions and seasonings.
Spiced Jellyfish SaladA cold dish made with jellyfish head, mixed with vegetables and seasoned with garlic, vinegar, sesame oil, and chili oil for a crisp, refreshing taste.
Mushroom and Greens Stir-fryA Chinese home-style dish made with fresh greens and mushrooms, stir-fried to preserve the crisp texture of the greens and the rich flavor of the mushrooms.