Chuan Fu Yuan Hot Pot
Hot pot · ⭐ 4.1
No. 496 Huashan 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. 496 Huashan Road. It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: No.1 Beef Rib, Stewed Chicken with Spices, Special Tripe.
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: Hot pot
- Rating: 4.1
- Address: No. 496 Huashan Road
- Popular dishes: No.1 Beef Rib, Stewed Chicken with Spices, Special Tripe, Glutinous Rice Cake, Homemade Crispy Pork
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Dishes
No.1 Beef RibNumber One Beef is a dish featuring beef rolls as the main ingredient, typically stir-fried or boiled with onions, green peppers, and other vegetables. The marinated beef rolls are tender and blend well with the vegetables.
Stewed Chicken with SpicesStewed chicken with spicy flavor, known as 'Burnt Chicken', is a dish primarily made with chicken, typically using male chicken cut into pieces and braised together with chili peppers, Sichuan peppercorns, ginger, garlic, and other seasonings to make the meat flavorful and tender. Commonly added ingredients include doubanjiang (fermented broad bean paste), cooking wine, and soy sauce, which are slowly simmered over low heat to allow the flavors to blend harmoniously.
Special TripeSpecial tripe made from beef stomach, cleaned and sliced, then quickly blanched in boiling water. Crisp and tender with original flavor preserved.
Glutinous Rice CakeGlutinous rice cake is a traditional Chinese snack made primarily from glutinous rice. First, the rice is soaked and steamed until cooked, then placed in a stone mortar and pounded until soft and elastic. Finally, it is removed, divided into small pieces, and ready to eat.
Homemade Crispy PorkHomemade crispy pork is made by mixing minced pork with seasonings, coating it in batter, and deep-frying until golden. It's tender inside and crunchy outside, often used in stews or as a snack.
Shrimp pasteShrimp paste is a dish primarily made from fresh shrimp. The preparation method mainly involves removing the shells from the shrimp, mashing them into shrimp paste, and then mixing in an appropriate amount of starch, egg white, and other seasonings until well combined. Through specific techniques, it forms a smooth and tender shrimp paste. During cooking, shrimp paste is commonly used as an ingredient in hot pot, soups, or stir-fries, offering a delicious taste and rich nutrition.
Sour Cabbage Fried RiceSour cabbage fried rice is a stir-fried dish primarily made with rice and sour cabbage. Prepare the rice in advance, then stir-fry the chopped sour cabbage with scallions, eggs, and other ingredients. Finally, add the rice and mix well, seasoning to taste before serving.
Bone SoupBone broth is made by slow-cooking animal bones like pork, beef, or chicken in water for several hours to extract marrow and gelatin. Add ginger slices and scallions to reduce odor and enhance aroma; some recipes include carrots or corn for added flavor.
Bone PotBone pot uses pork or beef bones as main ingredients, with辅料 like ginger slices and green onions. After long stewing, marrow and gelatin infuse into the broth, creating a rich bone soup. Serve with vegetables, tofu, or vermicelli for a creamy, flavorful dish.
Yin-Yang Hot PotA double-boiled hot pot is a divided-style hot pot, typically split into two parts: one side with a clear or spicy broth, and the other with a different flavor (such as mushroom soup or tomato soup). Main ingredients include beef, lamb, seafood, vegetables, tofu products, and various meatballs, which are cooked in different broths.