Yekel - Hainan Coconut Chicken (Leading Plaza Store)
Hot pot · ⭐ 4.3
Self-designated Shops Nos. 340 and 343, Level L3, Link City Plaza, No. 8 Huangsha Avenue
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Guangzhou, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Self-designated Shops Nos. 340 and 343, Level L3, Link City Plaza, No. 8 Huangsha Avenue. It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Original Coconut Hainan Chicken, Hand-Made Shrimp Paste, Signature Original Coconut Wenchang Chicken.
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: Guangzhou
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 4.3
- Address: Self-designated Shops Nos. 340 and 343, Level L3, Link City Plaza, No. 8 Huangsha Avenue
- Popular dishes: Original Coconut Hainan Chicken, Hand-Made Shrimp Paste, Signature Original Coconut Wenchang Chicken, Papaya Coconut Jelly, Papaya, Shark Fin, Coconut Hainan Chicken
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Dishes
Original Coconut Hainan ChickenA delicately prepared chicken dish from Hainan, simmered with coconut water and flesh for a naturally sweet and savory flavor.
Hand-Made Shrimp PasteHand-pounded shrimp paste is made primarily from fresh shrimp, which are deveined and chopped or pounded with the back of a knife into a paste. It is mixed with an appropriate amount of salt, egg white, starch, and a small quantity of scallion-ginger water, then repeatedly kneaded by hand until elastic, resulting in a smooth and tender shrimp paste. It can be cooked directly and eaten, or used in hot pot, steamed dishes, or stir-frying.
Signature Original Coconut Wenchang ChickenSignature Original Coconut Wenchang Chicken is a dish primarily made with Hainan Wenchang chicken and fresh coconuts. The main cooking method involves stewing the whole chicken with fresh coconut water and coconut meat. The chicken is tender, and the broth is clear and sweet with a natural coconut aroma. It is typically served with a simple dipping sauce to highlight the original flavors of the ingredients.
Papaya Coconut JellyA refreshing dessert made from ripe papaya and coconut milk, set to a smooth, creamy texture with a sweet tropical flavor.
Papaya, Shark Fin, Coconut Hainan ChickenThis dish features Hainan chicken stewed with papaya, shark fin, and coconut, resulting in a rich, savory broth with a delicate balance of sweetness and umami.
Papaya Gelatin Coconut Chicken SoupA nourishing soup made with fresh papaya, gelatin, and coconut chicken, slowly simmered to create a delicate and rich flavor.
Coconut Oolong Tea BagA tea bag blending oolong tea with coconut flavor, offering a refreshing and aromatic experience.
Coconut Oil Fried Fish CakeFish cakes pan-fried in coconut oil, made from minced fish mixed with seasonings and cooked until golden brown, offering a crispy exterior and tender interior.
Hainan Fermented Rice NoodlesHainan fermented rice noodles is a traditional snack from Hainan, made with rice noodles marinated in a special sauce and mixed with pickled vegetables, peanuts, and minced meat for a tangy and spicy flavor.
Hainan Chicken RiceA classic Hainan dish featuring chicken and fragrant rice cooked in chicken broth and oil, served with ginger-scallion sauce and pickled cucumber.
Bamboo Shoot and Mushroom Coconut Hainan ChickenA delicately flavored dish featuring Hainan chicken, bamboo shoots, fresh mushrooms, and coconut water, simmered to perfection for a rich, aromatic broth.
Crispy Wuchang Fish in Fermented Rice Vinegar SauceCrispy Wuchang Fish in Fermented Rice Vinegar Sauce is a dish featuring Wuchang fish (also known as crispy meat fish) as the main ingredient. Key components include Wuchang fish fillets, fermented rice vinegar (a sour vinegar made from fermented rice lees), ginger, garlic, and chili. The fish is cut into pieces, marinated, and deep-fried until the skin becomes crispy. Separately, aromatics are stir-fried, then fermented rice vinegar and other seasonings are added to create a thick sauce. Finally, the fried fish pieces are quickly tossed in the sauce. The dish offers tender fish with a crispy exterior and the distinctive tangy aroma of fermented rice vinegar.
Pan-fried Spanish MackerelPan-fried Spanish mackerel is a dish featuring the fish as the main ingredient. After cleaning, it's marinated with salt and cooking wine, then pan-fried until golden brown on both sides for a crispy skin and tender inside.