Simple Tea and Plain Food (Lishui Branch)
江浙菜 · ⭐ 4.0
Beside the Main Gate of Xuefu Yayuan, No. 158 South Zhenzhu Road
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 Beside the Main Gate of Xuefu Yayuan, No. 158 South Zhenzhu Road. It is a 江浙菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Inner Mongolia Lamb Roast, Branch Oil Cake, Stir-fried Water Celery with Fried Tofu Sheets.
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: Beside the Main Gate of Xuefu Yayuan, No. 158 South Zhenzhu Road
- Popular dishes: Inner Mongolia Lamb Roast, Branch Oil Cake, Stir-fried Water Celery with Fried Tofu Sheets, Clear Soup Lamb, Stewed Tofu with Fermented Vegetables
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Dishes
Inner Mongolia Lamb RoastA specialty dish featuring premium lamb from Inner Mongolia, roasted over an open flame for a rich, savory flavor and tender texture.
Branch Oil CakeA traditional Chinese pastry made by folding and frying dough, shaped like branches, crispy on the outside and soft inside, with a savory flavor.
Stir-fried Water Celery with Fried Tofu SheetsWater celery stir-fried with fragrant tofu is a refreshing home-style dish. The main ingredients include fresh, tender water celery and fragrant tofu. The preparation method is simple: first wash and cut the water celery into segments, and slice the tofu into strips. Then, heat a wok with oil, sauté minced garlic until fragrant, add the water celery and stir-fry until just cooked through, followed by adding the tofu. Season with an appropriate amount of salt and chicken essence, stir well, and serve.
Clear Soup LambClear Soup Lamb is made with fresh lamb simmered slowly with ginger and scallions, resulting in a clear broth and tender meat, ideal for nourishment in winter.
Stewed Tofu with Fermented VegetablesA traditional Chinese dish made by slow-cooking tofu with fermented vegetables, resulting in a flavorful and comforting meal.
Sour Radish FishSour radish fish is a dish featuring fresh fish and sour radish. The fish is marinated, then pan-fried or steamed, and simmered with sliced sour radish to absorb its tangy aroma. The sour radish adds a unique acidity and crisp texture that contrasts beautifully with the tender fish.
Fish Head and TofuFish head and tofu is a dish primarily made with fish head and tofu. The fish head is usually from bream or bighead carp, while the tofu is typically northern tofu or old tofu. To prepare it, clean the fish head and pan-fry it until lightly golden on both sides, then simmer it together with the tofu, adding ingredients such as ginger slices and scallion segments. Slow-cook over low heat to develop a rich, flavorful broth.
Spicy Lobster with Thirteen SpicesA dish made with fresh lobster and thirteen spices, known for its rich aroma and spicy flavor.