The new rising star on Beijing Road — [Crab Roe Noodles], where the rich aroma of crab roe can be smelled even before entering the restaurant, is truly remarkable. The Flower Sculpture Crab in Liquor is a standard offering. It’s no wonder that it’s from Zhen Xie Ge.
Zhen Xie Ge meticulously selects high-quality aged Huadiao rice wine to infuse the drunken crab with a rich aroma and exquisite taste. The wine is mellow, the crab is fresh and its roe is abundant. Zhen Xie Ge even goes the extra mile by manually extracting crab roe, which is then simmered to perfection, making it an absolute delight when mixed with noodles or rice.
Handcrafted Extraction: Zhen Xie Ge spares no effort in crafting its Crab Roe Noodles. The crab roe is meticulously extracted by hand and then simmered over low heat, earning it the reputation of “a bowl of golden crab roe made from twelve crabs.” It’s truly a steal to savor such a dish. The simmered crab paste elevates the flavor even further, with the crab meat releasing its intense umami, visibly intertwined with crab roe. Just imagining the bliss of taking that first bite makes my heart skip a beat!
The impact of the golden crab paste, accompanied by the overwhelming fragrance of crab, instantly ignites one’s appetite. As a true expert in Crab Roe Noodles, Zhen Xie Ge ensures that every strand of noodle is generously coated with the creamy crab roe paste. The crab roe and crab meat, as the soul of the dish, are truly unparalleled. A dash of crab vinegar pushes the freshness to new heights. Stirring the noodles while they’re hot releases a burst of aroma, filling the air with the scent of crab.
In addition to the classic Crab Roe Noodles, there’s also the fragrant Crab Roe Fried Rice to indulge in! The crab roe is the star of the show in this dish, its golden hue and rich crab aroma captivating the senses. The fat from the crab roe seeps into the rice during the mixing process, adding a silky texture and enhancing its aroma. Rice lovers, this bowl is a must-try!
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