At the table
Break off a small portion with a spoon or chopsticks and enjoy it with rice. Let the hot center cool first.
Contains pork and soy sauce. Egg and wheat may also be present; ask about the recipe and allergens before ordering.
Usually not chili-hot. Ingredients and sauces vary by restaurant; the image illustrates one serving style.
GET TO KNOW THE DISH
What goes into it?
Explore some key ingredients below. Preparations may use additional seasonings and ingredients.
Water chestnuts, egg, scallions and ginger may be added. Greens, binders, stock and seasonings vary by restaurant.
Typical ingredients
In some versions
Recipes vary by restaurant.
How does it taste?
Savory, slightly sweet soy sauce.
- Chili heat
- Texture
- Tender, loosely textured pork with a glossy sauce.
- How it’s made
- Shape coarsely chopped pork into large balls, brown them in oil, then braise gently with soy sauce and sugar.
Water chestnuts, egg, scallions and ginger may be added. Greens, binders, stock and seasonings vary by restaurant.
A CONNECTION TO PLACE
Origin & regional roots
Associated with Jiangsu.
Ask if they have it first
请问你们有红烧狮子头吗？
Do you have this item?
