Crystal Jade 翡翠: Exciting New Dishes with Punchy Flavors

Crystal Jade is a familiar name that needs no introduction and it has launched several new items to the menu that are definitely worth more than just a visit. In fact, some of the dishes are Sichuan-inspired and they are as authentic as it gets, ticking all the right boxes for flavors, spices and texture. 

For example, the Pickled Mustard Green Grilled Patin Fish 老坛酸菜烤水果鱼 ($56.90) is was a prime example of a sour-savoury dish that would perk your appetite instantly. I liked that the fish is fried before being simmered in the broth. The other two dishes Chinese Lettuce Salad in Szechuan Style 菜根香 and  Chong Qing Small Bowl La Mian 重庆小碗面 ($6.90), were also excellent. The spice level and numbness were moderate. 

Something that would suit the masses were the Steamed Prawn & Cheese Xiao Long Bao 鲜虾芝士小笼包 ($15.90 for 6 pieces), and  Shredded Crispy Duck served with Pancake 香酥鸭 ($18.90). Not every place served deep fried duck (mostly roasted ones) and thus this was unique yet successful. That said, the Chilled Shredded Crab Meat Crystal Jelly 水晶蟹肉 ($10.90 for 6 pieces) resembled a cold terrine that might not be everyone's cup of tea. 

For sweet endings, don't miss the Purple Sweet Potato & Cheese Pastry 紫薯芝士饼 ($5.90 for 4 pieces). It is sheer pleasure simply biting into that not-too-sweet creamy filling that oozes cheesy strands.

The new menu is available islandwide at all Crystal Jade outlets. 

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