In the culinary traditions of Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai, shepherd’s purse is a cherished herald of spring. Prized for its tenderness and delicate aroma, it is enjoyed at its peak when freshness and precise cooking bring out its purest seasonal character.

At Shanghai Pavilion, classic Jiangnan techniques guide each preparation: blanching to soften and remove bitterness, quick stir-frying to release fragrance, clear broths that highlight natural freshness, and slow braising with carefully controlled heat. Each dish reveals layered flavors where the gentle herbal notes of shepherd’s purse enhance—never overshadow—the essence of the ingredients.

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Menu Highlights

• Marinated Mushrooms with Shepherd's Purse and Corn
  Tender shepherd’s purse tossed with silky button mushrooms and corn kernels, lightly finished with sesame oil for a refreshing, appetizing start.
• Shepherd's Purse Soup with Bamboo Pith & Tofu
  Shepherd’s purse gently simmered with assorted mushrooms, soft tofu, and bamboo shoots. Bamboo pith absorbs the broth’s essence, creating a clear, elegant, and soothing soup.
• Braised Mud Crab with Shepherd's Purse & Rice Cakes
  Rich, flavorful mud crab slow-braised in Shanghai-style sauce with handmade rice cakes. Savory depth is balanced by the fresh, herbal notes of shepherd’s purse.
• Stir-fried Cuttlefish & Bamboo Shoots with Shepherd's Purse
  Tender cuttlefish quickly stir-fried to preserve its springy texture, paired with crisp bamboo shoots and fragrant shepherd’s purse for a clean, vibrant flavor.
• Shrimp Wontons with Shepherd's Purse
  Hand-wrapped wontons filled with shepherd’s purse, shrimp, and pork. Served in a clear broth, light yet delicately savory.
• Deep-fried Shepherd's Purse & Pork Spring Rolls
  Crisp golden wrappers encasing a juicy filling of shepherd’s purse and pork, capturing the classic Jiangnan tradition of “welcoming spring.”