Wen Ji Authentic Old Shanghai Dumpling Noodle Shop (Xilingjiazhai Road Branch)
小吃面食 · ⭐ 3.4
Entrance of Xiling Xincun, Wanyouquan Market, Xilingjiazhai 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 Entrance of Xiling Xincun, Wanyouquan Market, Xilingjiazhai Road. It is a 小吃面食 place, and the flavors are homestyle (mainly savory). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Pork Chop, Yangzhou Fried Rice Noodles, Yangzhou Fried Rice Noodles.
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: 小吃面食
- Rating: 3.4
- Address: Entrance of Xiling Xincun, Wanyouquan Market, Xilingjiazhai Road
- Popular dishes: Pork Chop, Yangzhou Fried Rice Noodles, Yangzhou Fried Rice Noodles, Wood Ear Mushroom Stir-Fried with Pork Strips, Tomato and Egg Stir-Fry
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Dishes
Pork ChopPork cutlet is a dish made primarily from pork tenderloin or shoulder meat. The meat is pounded, marinated, and then cooked by pan-frying, deep-frying, or braising to achieve a tender texture. Common preparations include sweet and sour pork, braised pork, and pan-seared pork.
Yangzhou Fried Rice NoodlesYangzhou fried rice noodles is a stir-fried dish made with rice noodles, eggs, lean meat, shrimp, bean sprouts, and green onions. The rice noodles are blanched first, then stir-fried with the ingredients and seasoned with soy sauce and salt until cooked through.
Yangzhou Fried Rice NoodlesYangzhou Fried Rice Noodles is a dish made with rice noodles stir-fried with eggs, ham, shrimp, and peas, known for its savory flavor and colorful presentation.
Wood Ear Mushroom Stir-Fried with Pork StripsA classic Chinese home-style dish made by quickly stir-frying sliced pork with black wood ear mushrooms, resulting in a tender and crisp texture.
Tomato and Egg Stir-FryScrambled eggs with tomatoes is a home-style dish made primarily from fresh tomatoes and eggs. The preparation is simple: first, beat the eggs and cut the tomatoes into pieces; then heat a pan with oil, pour in the egg mixture and stir-fry until set, then remove and set aside; next, stir-fry the tomatoes until soft, add the cooked eggs, and mix well; finally, season with salt, and sprinkle with chopped green onions before serving for added aroma.
Fuzhou Fish BallsFuzhou fish balls are a traditional Fujian dish made from fresh fish meat, minced and mixed into a paste with starch and egg white, then hand-formed into balls and boiled in water. They are known for their elasticity and delicate texture, often served in broth or clear soup.
Glutinous Rice CakeA traditional Chinese snack made from glutinous rice and cooked rice, pressed into blocks and deep-fried until crispy outside and soft inside, often served with sweet or spicy sauce.
Seaweed SoupSeaweed soup is a simple and refreshing dish, primarily made with seaweed and supplemented with ingredients such as eggs and dried shrimp. The preparation typically involves cutting the seaweed into small pieces, adding it to boiling water along with seasonings, then stirring in beaten eggs and dried shrimp before boiling again and serving.
Braised Chicken PiecesBraised chicken chunks is a Chinese dish using chicken as the main ingredient, typically from thigh or breast meat, blanched and then stewed with葱,姜,蒜 and seasonings like soy sauce, sugar, and cooking wine to achieve rich flavor and a glossy red color.
Stir-Fried Rice Noodles with PorkDrumstick stir-fried rice noodles is a dish primarily made with pork strips and rice noodles. The preparation involves slicing pork into thin strips, cooking the rice noodles until tender, then stir-frying them with seasonings and vegetables until the ingredients are fully blended, resulting in an appealing color and aroma.
Shepherd's Purse DumplingsHerb dumplings made with shepherd's purse and pork, finely chopped and mixed with seasoning, wrapped in thin dumpling skins, then boiled. Emphasis on fresh aroma and delicate texture.
Fresh Herb and Pork DumplingsJi Cai Fresh Pork Dumplings are made with fresh shepherd's purse and pork as the main ingredients. After washing and chopping the shepherd's purse, it is mixed with seasoned pork filling and wrapped in dumpling wrappers to form large dumplings. They can be cooked by boiling or steaming, bringing out the fresh aroma of the shepherd's purse and the savory flavor of the pork.
Green Pepper Shredded PorkGreen pepper stir-fried with pork strips is a home-style dish made primarily from green peppers and pork. The preparation typically involves slicing the pork into thin strips, removing the seeds from the green peppers and cutting them into strips as well. First, stir-fry the pork strips until they change color, then add the green pepper strips and continue to stir-fry. Finally, add seasonings and stir until evenly mixed.
Shiitake and Pork DumplingsA savory dumpling filled with minced pork and shiitake mushrooms, steamed or boiled to perfection.
Chicken ThighChicken thigh meat marinated and cooked by pan-frying, grilling, or stewing. Main ingredient is chicken thigh, with seasonings like soy sauce, cooking wine, and ginger to enhance flavor.