Shanghai Taste Crab Yolk Xiao Long Bao Price

Shanghai Taste's Crab Yolk Xiao Long Bao is a variation of the classic soup dumpling, featuring a rich filling of pork blended with savory crab meat and golden crab yolk. Each dumpling is meticulously hand-pleated with a delicate wrapper, designed to hold the flavorful broth that melts from a gelatinized stock during the steaming process. Served fresh in a bamboo steamer, the dumplings often have a subtle orange hue visible through the translucent skin, hinting at the decadent filling inside, and are priced between $14.95 and $15.95.

This specialty dumpling competes directly with the crab and pork soup dumplings offered at Bob's Shanghai 66, another favorite. While both are celebrated, customers often note the particularly intense and savory crab flavor in Shanghai Taste's version, which reviewers describe as "rich and umami-packed." The delicate dumplings pair wonderfully with the simple, aromatic flavors of the Noodles with Scallion Oil and Shanghai Soy Sauce, or can be complemented by the crispy texture of a Shanghai Scallion Pancake.

The Crab Yolk Xiao Long Bao is a celebrated delicacy from the Jiangnan region of China, traditionally made with seasonal hairy crab roe, which elevates the standard pork dumpling to a new level of decadence. This sought-after dish is available at Shanghai Taste, a Rockville restaurant dedicated to authentic Shanghainese cuisine since 2013. Its presence on the menu highlights the kitchen's skill and commitment to offering cherished, handed-down recipes that showcase the unique and exquisite flavors of Shanghai.