NEW HAIRY CRAB SPECIALS AVAILABLE FROM MID-OCTOBER
The hairy crab is loved and renowned for its mild yet sweet taste, succulent texture, and unctuous roe. Yong Fu presents four seasonal hairy crab dishes expertly crafted by Chef Liu, including Sorghum Liquor Marinated Hairy Crab (HK$298 per piece), which uses freshwater female hairy crab filled with roe, of around 125g. Once the hairy crab is cleaned, it is then cured and marinated in sorghum liquor for around four hours. Besides enhancing the natural flavour of the crab, marinating in liquor also ensures the safety of serving it raw. It is then submerged in pre-mixed marinade for two-three days, resulting in firm, sweet and juicy crab roe that is well-loved among guests who enjoy cured raw seafood.
Baked Minced Pork Hairy Crab (half | HK$398 per person) requires a minimum of two orders. The dish uses 200-250g male hairy crab, chosen for its firm and fragrant meat. Minced lean pork is first fried with Ningbo bean paste (a mixture of sweet bean paste and SiChuan broad bean paste) then mixed with hairy crab meat before baking in a crockpot, which allows the fragrances of all ingredients to blend altogether. The result is a beautiful synergy of savouriness, freshness, aroma, and sweetness.
Grilled Hairy Crab with Taro (half | HK$368 per person) also requires a minimum of two orders, with both male and female hairy crabs being suitable for use in this dish. Seasonal Ningbo taro is grilled with salted cured pork, allowing the signature Ningbo flavours of saltiness and freshness to manifest in river seafood.
Finally, Dry Fish Noodles with Hairy Crab (HK$3,980 for 8 persons) is a traditional artisanal Ningbo dish that requires specialised techniques by the Chef. The hairy crab meat is freshly picked out of its shell and fried a la minute to preserve its freshness and sweetness. The lengthy process of making smooth and chewy house-made fish noodles truly showcases the chef’s skills, involving deboning a silver croaker, cutting out its fleshy middle, then using a wooden stick to mash the meat until translucent. The fish noodles are served with succulent crab meat, demonstrating a unique new way to enjoy the coveted seasonal treasure.
With exquisite skills and an impeccable sense for Ningbo flavours, Head Chef Liu Zhen blends the diverse variations of Hong Kong cuisine with the traditions of Ningbo and continues to push the boundaries of Ningbo’s vibrant food culture.
For bookings / reservations, please contact the restaurant directly at +852-2881-7899 or via email at yongfuhk@gmail.com.
New Hairy Crab A la Carte Menu and Set Menu at The Legacy House
The Autumn season marks the much-anticipated return of the novel Hairy Crab menu at The Legacy House. Chef Li presents a delicately prepared menu featuring premium hairy crabs sourced from Lake Tai (Taihu) in Mainland China. Crowned the “King of Crabs,” the coveted hairy crab is renowned for its mild, sweet taste and succulent texture. This year, guests of The Legacy House can also enjoy the option of adding luxurious seasonal Alba white truffles to all Hairy Crab dishes with additional charges (to be confirmed).
The crustacean features in a range of premium Cantonese dishes ranging from the Steamed Hairy Crab (8 Tael at market price) simply steamed in ginger and a delicate herb broth, to gastronomic delights such as Steamed Shanghainese Pork Dumplings (HKD160/2pcs) with hairy crab cream, Braised Rice with Fish Maw and hairy crab cream in clay pot (HKD320 per person), Braised Tofu with scallops, all served with hairy crab cream (HKD360), Braised Chinese Cabbage Roll with noble bottle tree nut and hairy crab cream (HKD360), and Stewed Fish Maw with hairy crab cream, minced shrimp, pork and mushroom (HKD680) . The perfect balance of flavour and texture, Braised Green Bean Noodles with Hairy Crab Paste (HKD2,880) requires a two-day advance order.
Pair the meal with a specially chosen Chinese wine, Guyuelongshan, Long Wen 15-Year, for HKD138 per glass or HKD1,380 per bottle, or Vin Jaune – Chateau d’Arlay 2009 for HKD1,880 per bottle to share.
A special 6-Course Hairy Crab Set Menu is also available at HKD2,680 + 10% per guest, an experience not to be missed by hairy crab lovers. Click HERE for the full annual hairy crab set menu at The Legacy House.
Introducing Seasonal Chef’s Recommendations: Hairy Crab Specials
This season, guests at Duddell’s will be able to savour delectable renditions of hairy crab by Chef Yip. A total of 8 new Hairy Crab Dishes will be on offer including crowd-pleasers such as Xiaolongbao with Hairy Crab Coral (HK$98); classical hairy crab pairings such as Braised Noodles with Hairy Crab Roe (HK$188 per person), Seasonal Spring Sprouts with Hairy Crab Coral (HK$348) and Crispy Rice with Hairy Crab Coral (HK$208); and dishes that showcase Chef Yip’s excellent technique, such as Pan-fried Scallop stuffed with Shrimp Paste with Hairy Crab Roe (HK$348 per person), Braised Rice Cake, Mushroom, Hairy Crab Coral (HK$348), and Pan-fried Grouper with Winter Melon and Hairy Crab Coral (HK$488 per person). 225g of Steamed Whole Hokkaido Hairy Crab (HK$738 per person) is also available for those who enjoy a more traditional experience of savouring hairy crab.
Introducing a New 6-Course Hairy Crab Tasting Menu
For the ultimate hairy crab experience, opt for the chef’s six-course degustation menu priced at HK$1,488+10% per person. Comprised of select seasonal dishes, the menu surprises and delights with courses such as Steamed Whole Hokkaido Hairy Crab (225g), Double-Boiled Chicken Soup with sea cucumber, ginkgo nuts and pepper, Pan-fried Scallop stuffed with shrimp paste and hairy crab roe, and Braised Noodles with hairy crab roe, among delectable dishes. Additional orders of steamed fresh Whole Hokkaido Hairy Crab is priced at +HK$636 per 225g piece, and may be requested upon ordering the hairy crab set menu.
According to Chinese traditional beliefs, crab is considered part of the “cold” category of foods, and must be balanced with “hot” elements such as Chinese rice wine and ginger. Guests may opt for a Yellow Wine Pairing for an additional HK$588+10% per person, inclusive of four flights.
To view the full 6-course seasonal hairy crab menu at Duddell’s, please click HERE. For bookings / reservations at Duddells, please contact 2525-9191, book online at HERE oremail to reservations@duddells.co. Duddell’s hairy crab menu offering will also be available for deliveries and takeouts via JIA Everywhere.