Ni Hao: Your Ticket to a Tantalising Culinary Journey

The vibrant hues of curious teapots, serene ceramic buddhas, and a tantalizing aroma of soy sauce and vinegar – Ni Hao, located in Indore, and part of the Radisson Blu Hotel, is a feast for the senses! Here, I had the chance to explore the delectable flavours of South East Asia and experience the most authentic oriental cuisine. I was lucky enough to be invited to review part of the menu, and I must say, it is now my absolute favourite oriental-restaurant in town!

This evening, escape to the lush greenery of Ni Hao – a marvelously styled restaurant with both indoor and outdoor spaces. Come in for a calming atmosphere and cozy conversations, or take a seat outdoors to take in live music and a spirited ambiance. Inside, the walls are stacked with colorful teapots and the entrance is marked with familiar Chinese drums – all setting the perfect mood for an exquisite Asian dining experience in Indore.

My taste buds were tantalized by the exquisite treats displayed before me at the white and gold-laced indoor dining space. Sumptuous seating, delicate porcelain tableware, and elegant furnishings created a perfect backdrop for the extraordinary Cantonese feast. I savored a delightful selection of dishes, including Shanghai chicken dim sum, golden crispy cups, prawn Siumai, smoked salmon sushi, cream cheese sushi, hoisin duck spring roll, oriental lamb, wild mushroom cream cheese and crystal dim sums. Take a look and experience the unparalleled pleasure of this marvelous feast!

Hoisin Duck Spring Roll

Hoisin Duck Spring Roll are deep-fried, golden, crispy rolls that open to a crackle and finish with you chewing on the soft mouth melting portions of perfectly cooked Peking duck. Whether you are visiting Ni Hao for business or leisure, this is a great appetiser if you ask me.

Prawn Siu Mai

Siu Mai is a beautiful variation of a dumpling, which is best-enjoyed with authentic Cantonese dips. Among other celebrated dumplings at Ni Hao, this beautifully wrapped Prawn Siu Mai takes the front seat with its exceptional flavours. These Cantonese-style SiuMai’s are packed with generous amounts of shrimp filling. Other additional ingredients may include ginger and shiitake mushrooms.

Smoked Salmon Sushi

Smoked Salmon Sushi at Ni Hao is a spread of delicious Nori rolls that employ the delightful flavour of smoked salmon instead of raw fish. A fabulous appetizer for those who love Sushi!

Asparagus & Cream Cheese Sushi

Another interesting variant of sushi I tasted at Ni Hao is this, with a generous amount of Asparagus and cream cheese. Rolled in Hosomaki, this by far is one of the best I have tasted in the Indore. This crunchy asparagus cream cheese roll slathered in sesame dressing extricates bold flavours, similar to a Philadelphia Roll. Besides, it’s a healthy and novice savoury that tops most Oriental charts with its delicate balance of flavours.

Wild Mushroom Cream Cheese Dim Sum

Wild Mushroom Cream Cheese dim sums at Ni Hao are a fascinating twist to the traditional dim sum. These dim sums are encased in a glass-like transparent wrap that holds within, sautéd wild mushrooms with truffle oil and softened gouda cheese. Utterly delicious!

Golden Crispy Cups

These miniature Golden Crispy cups are a pleasant surprise. Golden Crispy Cups are crunchy fried tarts stuffed with delicious fillings of your choice, be it veg or non-veg. These will make the best finger food for any social gathering.

Black Pepper Prawns

Black Pepper Prawns are a seafood lover’s delight. Tossed in oyster sauce, soy fish sauce and butter with black pepper, these delicious prawns are a gratifying shrimp course wrapped in a sumptuous golden coating. This dish will be served, to you, on a bed of sauteed exotic vegetables!

Asparagus Pine Nuts Dim Sum

Asparagus pine nut dim sum tasted very different than the other dim sums on the menu of Ni Hao. In this variation, the chef blends toasted pine nuts with asparagus, a genius combo that positively makes for an Asian treat. Cooked to perfection these, asparagus pine nut dim sums are a food connoisseur’s guide to the land of the red dragon. Similar to wild mushroom cream cheese dim sums, these too come enveloped in a transparent wrap. 

Pan Fried Shanghai Chicken Dim Sum

As the name goes, the pan-fried Shanghai Chicken Dimsum is a somewhat crispy wonton appetiser, glorifying Ni Hao’s oriental menu. This iconic Cantonese dumpling features a distinctive wok-fried wrap stacked with a perfectly seasoned chicken filling. The chef beautifully decorated the tip of each dim sum with a pomegranate seed.

Oriental Lamb Dim Sum

Last but certainly not least – the oriental lamb dim sums at Ni Hao are a work of art! These aesthetically pleasing traditional buns are delicately creased with a beautiful red hue, and are perfectly steamed to launch a juicy, succulent lamb filling when bitten into. In my opinion, these are easily some of the best dim sums I’ve tasted in Indore – and that’s saying something! Executive Chef Mukul Jha and Sous Chef Siddharth are well on their way to revolutionizing oriental cuisine in Indore, while also offering guests a unique, low-salt and healthy meal experience. I can’t wait to dive back into Ni Hao’s menu and explore the other delectable dishes they have in store!

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