Hou's Hot Pot (Tongye Branch)
Hot pot · ⭐ 3.7
No. 38, Chaoyang Street
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Shijiazhuang, Dragon Mate users do not strongly recommend this restaurant. If you enjoy exploring, you can still try it and see what you find. This restaurant is located at No. 38, Chaoyang Street. It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Health-Preserving Shrimp Paste, Baby bok choy, Private Beef Dish.
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: Shijiazhuang
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 3.7
- Address: No. 38, Chaoyang Street
- Popular dishes: Health-Preserving Shrimp Paste, Baby bok choy, Private Beef Dish, Self-Service Condiments, Fennel Oil Stick
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Dishes
Health-Preserving Shrimp PasteFresh shrimp paste mixed with egg white and starch, steamed with health-promoting ingredients like goji berries and red dates for a delicate, nutritious dish.
Baby bok choyBaby bok choy is a small type of Chinese cabbage with a fresh and tender texture. Common cooking methods include stir-frying, garlic stir-fry, or simmering in clear soup. To prepare, first wash the baby bok choy thoroughly, then add appropriate seasonings and ingredients according to your chosen method, and stir-fry until soft or simmer until flavorful.
Private Beef DishOx brisket or shank is slowly stewed with spices, soy sauce, and sugar after blanching, typically including star anise, cinnamon, ginger, and scallions for rich flavor.
Self-Service CondimentsSelf-service condiments are a combination of seasonings that customers can mix and match themselves, typically including basic ingredients such as soy sauce, vinegar, chili oil, garlic paste, green onions, cilantro, and sesame paste. These are used to accompany hot pot, barbecue, cold dishes, or noodle dishes, allowing individuals to freely choose and blend according to their personal taste.
Fennel Oil StickFennel oil sticks are a traditional Chinese pastry made by mixing fresh fennel, finely chopped, with flour and water to form a batter. The mixture is then shaped into strips using a specific mold or technique and deep-fried until golden and crispy. They have an appealing appearance and a fragrant, crunchy texture.
TofuTofu is a food made primarily from soybeans, formed through multiple processes including soaking, grinding, boiling the pulp, and coagulation. It has a white, block-like shape, a delicate texture, a tender taste, and is highly nutritious. It can be used to prepare various dishes such as Mapo Tofu and tofu pudding.
Xi Meng LambXimeng lamb uses high-quality Xilingol League lamb as the main ingredient, with tender meat and no膻味 (goaty smell). During cooking, the lamb is carefully sliced, then marinated with specially prepared spices, and finally stir-fried at high heat to lock in the juices and bring out the most authentic flavor of the lamb.
Luxi Beef TenderloinLu Xi Beef is a dish made primarily with high-quality beef slices, accompanied by vegetables and tofu, and cooked by stewing. Its specialty lies in using beef from the Lu Xi region, which has tender meat and rich, flavorful broth.
Duck BloodDuck blood dishes use fresh duck blood as the main ingredient, carefully prepared through skilled cooking. Typically, the duck blood is cut into pieces and cooked together with seasonings and ingredients such as scallions, ginger, and garlic to maintain its tender texture. Cooking methods may include boiling, stewing, or stir-frying, allowing the duck blood to fully absorb the flavors of the seasonings.