Bāozi (Chinese: 包子)
is a pillowy-soft, steamed bun that is filled with savory or sweet centers. Although locals prefer to eat them for breakfast, they are sold from the early hours of the morning until late afternoon. Each one is typically 1.5 kuai out of stacks of bamboo steamers alongside
shao mai.
Ingredients:
The bun’s dough consists of water, dry …
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Liángpí (Chinese:
凉皮) is a cold noodle dish tossed with peanut sauce, chili oil, and vinegar and garnished with refreshing garnishes such as julienned cucumbers,
cilantro and
bean sprouts. When the weather gets warmer, liang pi vendors can be found making this dish out of a glass box perched on …
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Dòu Huā (Chinese: 豆花) is a street food commonly eaten as breakfast or a late night treat alongside a crispy youtiao. In Shanghai, it is usually served with savory flavors and garnishes such as soy sauce, salt, cilantro, chili oil, pickled mustard … Continue Reading ››
celebrating shanghai streetfood heritage