Shanghai mooncake

01 / ABOUT THE DISH

About the dish

The Shanghai mooncake is a type of mooncake from Shanghai, that's distinctive from the better-known Cantonese variety. A notable feature of Shanghai mooncakes is their crust, which is buttery, shortbread-like, and often glossy from a light egg wash, providing a rich and tender bite. The filling of these mooncakes can be quite varied, but the most popular variety is with lotus seed or red bean paste and salted egg yolk. They are traditionally enjoyed during the Mid-Autumn Festival, a significant event in Chinese culture that celebrates the harvest and family reunion, while also being available and enjoyed at other times of the year.