DELICIOUS HALAL FOOD IN SHANGHAI #02

Summary

The video follows Ria and her videographer on a rainy day exploring halal restaurants in Shanghai. They walk to various spots, trying dishes like lamb soup, lamb satay, Xinjiang rice, spicy chicken, duck, and a halal hot pot. Along the way, Ria shares her thoughts on the food, from tender meats to spicy flavors. Despite the rain, they enjoy the culinary adventure, with humorous interactions involving Curut, a plush toy. Their journey ends at a halal seafood restaurant, where they savor crayfish and oysters. The video captures a mix of food exploration, rain-soaked adventures, and lighthearted banter.

Takeaways

• 🍜 Shanghai has many halal food options, including restaurants with a rich history and unique menus.
• 🚶‍♂️ The narrator and their videographer walked everywhere to explore the halal restaurants, despite the rainy weather.
• 🦴 The first restaurant featured tender lamb soup with soft bones and glass noodles, likened to a halal version of bak kut teh.
• 🍚 The Xinjiang rice dish was sweet with raisins and carrots, offering a unique flavor combination.
• 🍢 Lamb satay at the restaurant had a Middle Eastern influence but wasn’t as tender as the lamb in the soup.
• 🍵 Ba Bao Tea, also known as Eight Treasures Tea, was highlighted as a traditional Chinese drink with eight ingredients.
• 🌶 The second restaurant served Xinjiang pepper chicken, a spicy dish originating from Sichuan but adapted with regional chilies.
• 🔥 The oldest halal hot pot in Shanghai, founded in 1819, uses traditional methods and offers an à la carte system.
• 🦞 The final meal was at a halal seafood restaurant, where the standout dish was crayfish, served with a rich garlic sauce.
• 🎬 The narrator humorously engaged with the videographer throughout the experience, adding lighthearted moments about the challenges of eating and filming.

Q & A

What is the significance of halal food in the context of the video?

The video highlights the availability of halal food in Shanghai, a city in China where non-halal food is common. It emphasizes the rich variety of halal dining options, including traditional Chinese dishes prepared in a halal manner, catering to Muslim dietary requirements.

What is Ba Bao Tea, and why is it special?

Ba Bao Tea, also known as the 'eight treasures tea,' is a traditional Chinese drink made from eight unique ingredients. The drink holds cultural significance and is often consumed for its flavor and supposed health benefits.

How does the speaker describe the lamb dish in the video?

The lamb dish, served in a soup with glass noodles, is described as tender and flavorful, without the strong smell typically associated with lamb. The speaker likens it to a halal version of 'bakut' (a non-halal dish).

What makes the rice dish from Xinjiang unique?

The Xinjiang rice dish is made with meat, raisins, and carrots, offering a blend of sweet and savory flavors. The speaker finds the dish unique, especially the sweetness brought by the raisins, which creates an aromatic taste.

What challenges does the speaker face during the food tour?

The speaker mentions challenges such as the rainy weather, making walking more difficult and their clothes wet. Despite the weather, they continue exploring different halal food spots around Shanghai.

How does the speaker describe the lamb satay?

The lamb satay is described as having a Middle Eastern flavor profile. It starts off spicy but becomes milder with subsequent bites. The satay is grilled, which gives it a different texture compared to the lamb in the soup.

What is the speaker’s experience with the second halal restaurant in the Shimao Mall?

At the second restaurant, the speaker tries a spicy Sichuan-style chicken dish with noodles and comments on its blend of Xinjiang and Sichuan flavors. The dish is moderately spicy, but not mala spicy, and has a texture similar to semur-style potatoes.

What traditional cooking methods are used at the halal hot pot restaurant?

The halal hot pot restaurant offers both electric stoves and traditional cooking methods. The speaker chooses the traditional method, which includes using peanut-based dipping sauces and unique ingredients such as egg-wrapped dumplings.

What seafood dishes are featured at the halal seafood restaurant?

The halal seafood restaurant serves a variety of seafood dishes, including oysters and crayfish, which are highlighted as must-try items. The speaker particularly enjoys the crayfish, despite the effort needed to eat it.

What humorous elements are included in the video transcript?

The video includes several humorous moments, such as the speaker's playful banter with the videographer, references to gaining weight, Curut's (a character in the video) amusing reactions, and lighthearted commentary on everyday struggles like peeling crayfish and dealing with wet weather.