Shuiyan · Jian Shanxi · Traditional Suzhou Cuisine
特色菜 · ⭐ 4.8
Within Dashan Mountain Scenic Tourism Area, Shushan Village
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Suzhou, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Within Dashan Mountain Scenic Tourism Area, Shushan Village. It is a 特色菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Traditional Smoke-Infused Braised Pork Belly, Sizzling Eel Sauce, Signature Braised Eel.
If you do not eat pork, make sure to use Dragon Mate voice to clearly tell the staff “no pork” before ordering.
Restaurant guide
- City: Suzhou
- Category: 特色菜
- Rating: 4.8
- Address: Within Dashan Mountain Scenic Tourism Area, Shushan Village
- Popular dishes: Traditional Smoke-Infused Braised Pork Belly, Sizzling Eel Sauce, Signature Braised Eel, Almond Mushroom Beef Cubes, Pear Garden Free-range Chicken Soup
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Dishes
Traditional Smoke-Infused Braised Pork BellyA classic Chinese dish featuring slow-cooked pork belly with a smoky aroma, tender and rich in flavor.
Sizzling Eel SauceFried Eel with Hot Oil is a Chinese dish primarily made with eel. The eel is cut into segments and stir-fried with seasonings such as garlic and ginger, then finished by pouring hot oil over it, creating a sizzling sound that gives the dish its name. The dish has a bright red color and tender eel meat.
Signature Braised EelFresh eel braised with soy sauce, sugar, and wine until tender and flavorful.
Almond Mushroom Beef CubesBeef and King Oyster Mushroom Cubes is a dish primarily made with king oyster mushrooms and beef. The beef is cut into small cubes, and the king oyster mushrooms are diced and stir-fried together with the beef. Seasonings are added and the mixture is stir-fried until the beef becomes tender and the mushrooms absorb the sauce, resulting in a rich and flavorful texture.
Pear Garden Free-range Chicken SoupA nourishing soup made with free-range chicken and pear, simmered slowly to create a delicate, sweet broth that is both comforting and healthy.
Spicy麻Tender Lettuce StripsA refreshing cold dish made from sliced tender lettuce seasoned with Sichuan pepper and chili for a spicy, numbing flavor.
Stewed Bamboo Shoots in OilOil-braised bamboo shoots is a Chinese dish featuring fresh bamboo shoots as the main ingredient. The shoots are peeled, cut into segments, blanched to remove bitterness, then stir-fried in oil.适量 soy sauce, sugar, and water are added, and the dish is simmered over low heat until the bamboo shoots absorb the flavorful sauce, resulting in a soft, tender, and delicious texture.
Stir-fried Peeled ShrimpStir-fried peeled shrimp is a dish made with fresh shrimp, manually peeled and quickly stir-fried in hot oil. The main ingredient is shrimp, enhanced with a small amount of scallions, ginger, and garlic for aroma, without adding excessive seasonings to preserve the natural flavor of the shrimp.
Scallion-braised Hoof TendonsScallion-braised pig trotter tendons is a dish made by simmering tenderized pig trotter tendons with scallion segments in broth until soft and flavorful.
Crab Meat TofuCrab meat tofu is a traditional delicacy made with soft tofu as the main ingredient, combined with fresh crab meat and crab roe. The preparation involves cutting the tofu into small pieces, mixing it with sautéed crab meat and roe, adding broth or water, gently simmering, and finally seasoning and reducing the sauce so the tofu fully absorbs the rich crab flavor.
Crab Roe TofuCrab Roe Tofu is a traditional delicacy featuring tender tofu and crab roe as its main ingredients. The preparation involves cutting the tofu into pieces, then stewing it together with fragrant crab roe, delicate crab meat, and appropriate seasonings until the tofu absorbs the rich flavors and the aroma of crab fills the air. Finally, the sauce is reduced and served in a dish, showcasing an appealing yellow-and-white color combination.
Ginkgo Nut and Lily Bulb DessertA delicate dessert made with ginkgo nuts and fresh lily bulbs, known for its soft texture and subtle sweetness, often enjoyed for its health benefits in autumn.