PAN ASIAN Lunch At BIG WONG XL | Chinese Dim Sum | Japanese Sushi | Cambodian Lamb Curry | Stir Fry

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Big Wong XL, a Pan Asian restaurant serving up interesting dimsum and sushi, is just a stone’s throw away from the Food Lovers office, in 5th Block Koramangala.

Exuding a laid back vibe, with contemporary decor together with oriental accents, this eatery features an extensive Asian menu, from Indonesian curries to Japanese Ramen Bowls and everything in between!

In this episode of Gourmet On The Road, Food Lovers’ Editor Kripal Ammana decides to check out Big Wong XL for some steamed dim sums, a variety of sushi as well as a couple of appetisers and a recommended Cambodian Style Lamb Curry.

He books his table using Eatigo, a restaurant booking app now available in Bengaluru, through which he avails of 50% discount on the bill. To avail of attractive discounts at interesting restaurants, download the Eatigo app at https://bit.ly/343K1XZ

Note: Although we have been invited by Eatigo to use the app in this episode, this is an independent review of the restaurant and its food as in all Gourmet On The Road episodes.

GOURMET ON THE ROAD RATINGS
RAINBOW SUSHI
This one’s a colourful seafood sushi but the pieces topped with tuna is where the flavour is!
7/10
Rs. 650 for 8 pieces.

CALIFORNIA ROLL
the california roll is stuffed with crab stick, avocado, and mayo. the salty pop of the tobiko (flying fish roe) livens up its flavours. eat it with a touch of wasabi!
8/10
Rs. 650 for 8 pieces.

VEG TEMPURA
well wrapped sushi with the right balance of rice and filling. there’s a pleasing crunch to the fried vegetable tempura.
7/10
Rs. 550 for 8 pieces.

ASPARAGUS TEMPURA
with this sushi, you first experience the crunch of the asparagus followed by the creaminess of the mayo. the perfectly seasoned, vinegar rice is the ideal vehicle to carry these flavours and textures.
8/10
Rs. 550 for 8 pieces.

CRYSTAL VEG DIMSUM
a delightful ‘money bag’ dumpling stuffed with peppers and mushrooms. the skin is translucent and skillfully made. definitely a dimsum to try if you like robust, spicy flavours.
7.5/10
Rs 220 for 4 pieces.

VEG THAI HERBS DIMSUM
plump, flavourful dumpling. the filling is soft barring the bite of the water chestnuts. The accompanying chilli peanut sauce provides a spicy kick!
8/10
Rs. 220 for 4 pieces.

CHICKEN CHILLI FLAKE DIMSUM
served with a cheung fun sauce, this dumpling has a filling that does not hold back in its flavours but the wrapper however, feels a little doughy on the palate.
6/10
Rs 290 for 4 pieces.

PAK CHOY WRAPPED CHICKEN DUMPLING
well marinated chicken with great umami flavours and the herbaceous crunch of the wrapper/ pak choy. a delicious dumpling!
8.5/10
Rs 290 for 4 pieces.

THAI STYLE COCONUT PRAWN
there’s an appetising sweetness from the coconut milk, and a mellow warmth from the spicy chilli glaze. the curry leaves give it an unexpected herbaceous lift. The prawns are cooked perfectly and embrace the unctuous thickness of the sauce!
9/10
380 small/ 650 sharing.

CAMBODIAN STYLE LAMB CURRY WITH JASMINE STICKY RICE
this delicious curry is fortified with coconut and shrimp paste. the lamb is tender, flavoured with the aromats in the curry.
9/10
Rs 500.

CRISPY SPINACH AND CORN
the veggies are dusted in cornstarch and flash fried to help retain their crunch. the spinach is left whole as opposed to being shredded, this allows you to still taste its flavour. a simple yet tasty appetiser.
7/10
Rs 220.

ADDRESS Big Wong XL; KHB Colony, 5th Block, Koramangala, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560 095
LOCATION TAG: https://goo.gl/maps/hmbwNq4oydb7Nf9W8

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