Finding good Cantonese dim sum without pork can be a challenge, but China House inside Hyatt Regency Kuala Lumpur at KL Midtown makes it look easy.
Set against a backdrop of sleek Chinese design, the restaurant brings traditional Cantonese dining to a modern, stylish setting.
Warm lighting and comfortable seating make it an inviting spot for quiet get-togethers or celebration lunches.
For guests looking for extra privacy, the restaurant has four private dining rooms named after the seasons.
China House has a dedicated tea section stocked with vintage varieties like pu’er.
For guests who want to enjoy a drink, the restaurant also offers a selection of Chinese spirits.
Beyond its main Chinese dishes, China House is best known for its handmade, Muslim-friendly dim sum.
Today’s highlights feature China House’s exquisite dim sum menu, crafted entirely without pork or lard.
The meal begins with Prawn Dumplings with Asparagus (凯悦珍馐虾饺皇) served in bamboo baskets.
These dumplings elevate traditional har gow by pairing plump prawns with asparagus inside a translucent wrapper.
Chicken Siu Mai with Scallops (鸡肉带子烧卖) is another classic on any dim sum table.
Every bite balances savory chicken with the natural sweetness of scallop.
If you love Shanghainese dumplings, you will definitely love the Crab Meat Xiao Long Bao (蟹粉灌汤小笼包). Thin wrappers hold a mouthful of hot broth filled with sweet crab meat.
Take your time with these dumplings. Gently bite a small opening to sip the hot soup first, then enjoy the rest with its filling. The dumplings go well with ginger slivers and black vinegar!
For a bolder kick, the Sichuan Chicken & Prawn Wontons (红油抄手) come in red chili oil that balances heat with a subtle numbness.
Inside the wrapper, the finely minced chicken and prawn filling absorbs all the heat and flavor from the chili oil.
Next, the Steamed Beef Balls with Aged Tangerine Peel (港式陈皮牛肉丸) pair savory beef with a subtle aroma of citrus peel.
The aged tangerine peel cuts through the rich beef, keeping each bite light instead of heavy.
For fried options, the Golden Crispy Shrimp Spring Rolls (青龙菜鲜虾春卷) pair green dragon chives with prawns inside a crisp wrapper.
Topped with macadamia nut shavings, the spring rolls present a fresh contrast between both fillings in every bite.
The Taro Dumplings (蜂巢炸芋角) feature a crisp coating filled with yam and seasoned chicken.
Deep-fried to achieve a lacy, honeycomb exterior, the dumplings pair a crisp outer shell with a smooth yam center.
One of our favorite items is the Chicken Pastry with Preserved Vegetables (梅菜鸡肉酥), combining flaky pastry with savory preserved mustard greens.
The Pan-Fried Radish Cake (香煎海皇酱萝卜糕) pairs a crisp sear with a soft center and a kick from house-made XO sauce.
Packed with deep umami and subtle heat, the seafood-based XO sauce pairs well with almost any dim sum on the table!
To finish on a sweet note, the Pandan Walnut Pastry with Salted Egg Yolk (翡翠咸蛋核桃酥) pairs pandan and walnut with savory egg yolk inside a crumbly crust.
Beyond à la carte options, China House offers the Dim Sum Set Lunch with choices of 3, 5, or 8 baskets. This offer is tailored to the weekday crowd on the go.
For weekend diners, the Weekend Yum Cha promotion offers a 20% discount on all dim sum items.
To enjoy the dim sum experience at China House, contact the hotel via WhatsApp or email. Reservations are recommended, especially for the signature Peking Duck, which must be ordered in advance.
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