Xin Dau Ji Malaysia 新斗记: One-Michelin Star Restaurant from Hong Kong!

Xin Dau Ji is a renowned 1-Michelin star Chinese restaurant hailing from Hong Kong. Earlier this year, Duke Dinings Sdn Bhd, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ekovest Berhad brought this brand to Malaysia, so more Malaysians can have a taste of authentic Cantonese cuisine that the restaurant offers.

Established in 1972, Xin Dou Ji (新兜记) was one of Hong Kong’s most famous brands. During the 1970s, it was well-loved by the locals for its classic nostalgic Cantonese and seafood cuisine and was often patronised by many Hong Kong superstars, including the well-known singer, Leslie Cheung. The brand closed down with the passing of its owner, Mr Dou, however due to demand from the locals, Xin Dau Ji (新斗记) was reopened in 2006 with a brand new name, with most of the previous crew on board to resurrect the old signature taste. In 2012, the Jordan and Tai Wai outlet both received its first Michelin star.

Xin Dau Ji Malaysia is located at the Lower Ground Floor of EkoCheras Mall, featuring over 11,000 square feet of dining space, with approximately 30 tables and 8 VIP rooms. The private rooms are  named according to the locations of the Xin Dau Ji outlets from Hong Kong, Macau and Shanghai, with two of them equipped with karaoke facilities.

In Cantonese cuisine, the taste must be well-balanced, non-greasy and light in flavour. Spices should be used in modest amounts to avoid overwhelming the flavors of the primary ingredients, and these ingredients in turn should be at the peak of their freshness and quality. To maintain a truly authentic flavour, the kitchen here is also helmed by professional head chefs from Hong Kong.

The House special roasted goose (RM328 for whole, RM168 for half, RM88 for quarter) is one of the signature dishes from Xin Dau Ji. The goose, which is sourced from Qingyuan, China, is marinated, poached and then dried overnight to ensure that the skin crisps up beautifully. Finally, it is roasted in the oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour and served immediately to the guests, as goose is best enjoyed when hot. Pre-order is highly recommended as there are limited quantities available daily. A rich, sinful dish that we enjoyed, especially the amazing, delicate crisp skin eaten with the sour plum sauce.

This is perhaps the best version of sweet and sour pork that I've had. Here at Xin Dau Ji, they use marinated spare ribs which are coated in a light batter and deep fried to crispy perfection, before coating evenly with their homemade sweet and sour sauce. 

Sweet and sour spare ribs (RM48)

My personal favourite dish here is the Pan fried seafood paste with scallops (RM78). Light in flavour, the egg white sauce complements the seafood paste and Australian scallops, without overwhelming their sweet, natural flavour.

One of the more robust dishes here is the Braised lettuce in claypot (RM38). The lettuce is braised with prawn paste, minced pork and dried fish in a claypot - great to go with rice.

During lunch, Xin Dau Ji also offer HK-style dim sum. There are over 35 types of dim sum to choose from; the kids absolutely loved the House special crystal shrimp dumpling (RM15) and Steamed pork dumplings with crab roe (RM15). 

For dessert, we had the freshly baked Egg tarts (RM12), Mango pudding (RM10) and Sweetened taro sago (RM10). Their Deep fried glutinous rice balls are rather unusual, as they come with a custard cream and salted egg yolk molten filling, reminiscent of a lau sar pau. 

Opening times: Lunch 11am - 3pm, Dinner 5.30pm - 10.00pm. 

Location: Xin Dau Ji, LG Floor, LG 19-23A, EkoCheras Mall, 56000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. (Park in mall RM1 on weekdays, RM2 on weekends).

Tel: 03-9134 1090 / 9133 8065

Whatsapp: +6012 735 2300

FB: XinDauJi.Malaysia

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