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The first scallion in spring is 🍀lic a little fresh Chinese food

I used to make the long trip from LIC to Chinatown just for a delicious steamed fish. A while back, I was craving roast duck and popped into this restaurant near my place—they had "scallion oil snapper" on the menu, so I gave it a try… and it turned out to be awesome! 🍃 The decor here is different from other branches—it’s got this fresh, leafy Brooklyn vibe that I love. So I’ve started meeting friends here too, and over time, I’ve tried quite a few dishes. I found my notes today, so I’m putting together a little roundup—here’s what to order (and what to skip)! ✨ Scallion Oil Snapper Not many people seem to talk about it, but it’s my top pick 🥇! As someone obsessed with steamed fish, I can say this is one of the best I’ve had in New York. 🐟 It’s a big fish, but the cooking is spot-on—both the belly and the flesh are tender and fully cooked. The scales are scraped clean, the scallion oil is fragrant, and there’s a small under the plate to keep it warm until the last bite. If you prefer lighter flavors, it’s way better than grilled fish! ✨ Roast Duck Half a duck is $46—great for satisfying a craving every now and then. It’s cheaper than Ju Qi, and the skin is crispy when it first arrives (though it softens up later). Pro tip for the restaurant: maybe use the same plates as the steamed fish! ✨ Sautéed Sponge Gourd / Golden Soup Baby Bok Choy If you like mild, fresh flavors, you’ll love these. I order them every time—I love that they’re fragrant but not salty, and you can taste the natural sweetness of the veggies. ✨ Water Spinach with Fermented Bean Curd If you prefer bolder flavors, this veggie dish is a good call. The salty, savory fermented bean curd pairs really well with water spinach, and it’s not something I’d bother making at home. ✨ Garlic Vermicelli Shrimp (Butterflied) It tastes exactly as you’d expect—classic home-style cooking. Just remember to mix the vermicelli so it doesn’t clump. I tried the lobster version at their Flushing branch before, and that’s great too. ✨ Hand-Shredded Crab Roe Rice Heads up: it’s crab roe, not crab meat. If you don’t set your expectations too high, it’s pretty tasty—toss it with sesame oil and vinegar, and it makes a nice little treat. Plus, it comes in these fun crab-shaped bowls, which adds a nice touch of ceremony. ✨ Sichuan Peppercorn Boiled Fish Go for this when you’re craving something spicy—it’s got a bold, numbing kick. The fish slices are tender but not overly slippery, and there are toppings like wood ear mushrooms and yuba. ✨ Crab Roe Soup Dumplings They’re packed with broth—you’ll be sipping it for ages! But the crab roe flavor isn’t super strong. They’re good, but not mind-blowing. That’s it for today’s share—if I made you hungry, give it a like! Follow me for more NYC food and life tips. Hope everyone has a great day! ✨ Jiang Nan LIC ✨ 27-19 Thomson Ave, Long Island City, NY 11101 #100RestaurantChallenge #NewYorkFood #LIC #LICFood #NewYorkChineseFood #LICChineseFood #LICLife #SteamedFish #RoastDuck #NewYorkLife #NewYorkEats #NewYorkFoodGuide #NewYorkLIC #NewYorkDateSpots #JiangNanLIC

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The first scallion in spring is 🍀lic a little fresh Chinese food

I used to make the long trip from LIC to Chinatown just for a delicious steamed fish. A while back, I was craving roast duck and popped into this restaurant near my place—they had "scallion oil snapper" on the menu, so I gave it a try… and it turned out to be awesome! 🍃 The decor here is different from other branches—it’s got this fresh, leafy Brooklyn vibe that I love. So I’ve started meeting friends here too, and over time, I’ve tried quite a few dishes. I found my notes today, so I’m putting together a little roundup—here’s what to order (and what to skip)! ✨ Scallion Oil Snapper Not many people seem to talk about it, but it’s my top pick 🥇! As someone obsessed with steamed fish, I can say this is one of the best I’ve had in New York. 🐟 It’s a big fish, but the cooking is spot-on—both the belly and the flesh are tender and fully cooked. The scales are scraped clean, the scallion oil is fragrant, and there’s a small under the plate to keep it warm until the last bite. If you prefer lighter flavors, it’s way better than grilled fish! ✨ Roast Duck Half a duck is $46—great for satisfying a craving every now and then. It’s cheaper than Ju Qi, and the skin is crispy when it first arrives (though it softens up later). Pro tip for the restaurant: maybe use the same plates as the steamed fish! ✨ Sautéed Sponge Gourd / Golden Soup Baby Bok Choy If you like mild, fresh flavors, you’ll love these. I order them every time—I love that they’re fragrant but not salty, and you can taste the natural sweetness of the veggies. ✨ Water Spinach with Fermented Bean Curd If you prefer bolder flavors, this veggie dish is a good call. The salty, savory fermented bean curd pairs really well with water spinach, and it’s not something I’d bother making at home. ✨ Garlic Vermicelli Shrimp (Butterflied) It tastes exactly as you’d expect—classic home-style cooking. Just remember to mix the vermicelli so it doesn’t clump. I tried the lobster version at their Flushing branch before, and that’s great too. ✨ Hand-Shredded Crab Roe Rice Heads up: it’s crab roe, not crab meat. If you don’t set your expectations too high, it’s pretty tasty—toss it with sesame oil and vinegar, and it makes a nice little treat. Plus, it comes in these fun crab-shaped bowls, which adds a nice touch of ceremony. ✨ Sichuan Peppercorn Boiled Fish Go for this when you’re craving something spicy—it’s got a bold, numbing kick. The fish slices are tender but not overly slippery, and there are toppings like wood ear mushrooms and yuba. ✨ Crab Roe Soup Dumplings They’re packed with broth—you’ll be sipping it for ages! But the crab roe flavor isn’t super strong. They’re good, but not mind-blowing. That’s it for today’s share—if I made you hungry, give it a like! Follow me for more NYC food and life tips. Hope everyone has a great day! ✨ Jiang Nan LIC ✨ 27-19 Thomson Ave, Long Island City, NY 11101 #100RestaurantChallenge #NewYorkFood #LIC #LICFood #NewYorkChineseFood #LICChineseFood #LICLife #SteamedFish #RoastDuck #NewYorkLife #NewYorkEats #NewYorkFoodGuide #NewYorkLIC #NewYorkDateSpots #JiangNanLIC

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