Top 10 Famous Snacks in Shanghai

Shanghai as an international metropolis and the speed of development is very fast, there is also a variety of food snacks, all kinds of famous snacks are gathered here, loved by people. So, if you come to Shanghai, which special snacks to taste? I list the top 10 Shanghai special snacks for your reference.

No. 1: Shanghai Pear Paste Sugar / 上海梨膏糖

When it comes to Shanghai's famous snacks, it is important to mention the pear paste sugar, which is one of the most famous specialties and a very famous representative snack in Shanghai. The pear paste sugar is made of pure white sugar, adding Sichuan shellfish, almonds, and other herbs, not only the taste is delicate, but also very beautiful appearance.

No. 2: Pork Ribs Rice Cake / 排骨年糕

Almost everyone in Shanghai knows this dish, which is not only affordable but also delicious and has been served in Shanghai for nearly 50 years. The aroma of the ribs and the softness of the rice cake make it very satisfying to eat, and with its rich nutritional value, it is a must-try dish in Shanghai.

No. 3: Shanghai Fengjing Ting Pork / 枫泾丁蹄

When it comes to Shanghai Fengjing Ting Pork, it should be a household name, because this gourmet snack is very famous in Shanghai, using the black-skinned purebred hoof made of fine, not only thin skin and just the right amount of fat and thin, very good taste, the meat is not to mention, just a smell has made people mouth-watering.

No. 4: Pan-fried Steamed Buns / 生煎馒头

Pan-fried steamed bun is also a representative snack in Shanghai and has a great reputation in Suzhou. It was first introduced in 1920 and was sold in some teahouses without a store, but gradually became a snack with a lot of characteristics in Shanghai.

No. 5: Crab Shell Yellow / 蟹壳黄

Crab shell yellow is a local Shanghai snack, which belongs to the Shanghai local cuisine, because the shape is similar to a crab shell and the color is yellow, so it is called crab shell yellow. The outside of the crab shell is covered with a layer of sesame seeds and is baked on the wall of the oven, making it delicious and crispy.

No. 6: Daewoo Ginseng with Shrimp / 虾子大乌参

This dish is very famous in Shanghai and is usually served at high-class banquets, and is one of the best in Shanghai in terms of taste and appearance. In addition, this dish has a high nutritional value, which can nourish the kidneys and essence, nourish the blood and moisten the dryness.

No. 7: Braised Catfish / 红烧鮰鱼

The meat of catfish is tender and tasty, and this braised catfish in Shanghai is even better, both as a well-known local dish in Shanghai and as a more common one, loved by almost everyone and rated very high, with its bright color and melt-in-your-mouth texture.

No. 8: Nanxiang Xiao Long Bao / 南翔小笼包

Nanxiang Xiao Long Bao is one of the representative snacks of Shanghai and is very famous in Shanghai. The most special thing about Nanxiang dumplings is the fine method of making them. They are steamed in a special small bamboo cage, with a small shape, thin and transparent skin, and a very tempting taste, so you must try them on your trip to Shanghai.

No. 9: Eight Treasure Spicy Sauce / 八宝辣酱

One of the dishes that come to mind when talking about Shanghai is the Eight Treasures Spicy Sauce. The Eight Treasures Spicy Sauce was first called "fried spicy sauce", which is mainly made by stir-frying eight different ingredients together, including chicken, shrimp, etc. It has a very attractive taste, sweet and spicy, and is a must-have dish for dinner.

No. 10: Peppermint Cream / 薄荷膏

Mint paste is also a snack with distinctive Shanghai characteristics. The main ingredient for making it is mint, which is very popular in summer, with a cool taste and a nice appearance, and you will feel refreshed with a bite.