Pepper & Salty Shrimp
by Celia Cheng
February 19th, 2008
PHOENIX GARDEN
242 E 40th St
(2nd & 3rd Ave)
212-983-6666
$$
The pepper and salty shrimp is Phoenix Garden’s signature dish. Its Chinese name is “gold medal pepper and salty shrimp,” and if it ever were to win a medal, it would no doubt be the gold. Seven pieces of butterflied shrimp in the shell are seasoned with pepper and salt and deep fried, so that even the shell is edible with a great crunchy texture. Make sure to add the thin slices of cooked garlic and green pepper to each bite; it’s the perfect combination.
Posted in Chinese , Murray Hill , Seafood
Lahmacun (Turkish-style pizza)
by Celia Cheng
February 27th, 2007
ALI BABA
212 E 34th St
(2nd & 3rd Ave)
212-683-9209
$
The lahmacun, Turkish flat bread topped with ground lamb and chopped vegetables, at Ali Baba comes out of the oven nice and crispy. A fresh squeeze of lemon juice over it then topped with fresh parsley and onion with paprika, makes it even more enticing. Each bite hits home and brings pure satisfaction, also bringing back memories of Turkey to me.
Posted in Bread , Meat , Murray Hill , Turkish
