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Xiaolongbao

小笼包xiǎolóngbāo

What it is

Steamed soup dumplings; the broth inside is scalding.

How to order it

Bite a small hole, sip the soup first, then eat.

Price band

¥15-30 a basket

Xiaolongbao
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小笼包

xiǎolóngbāo

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