Si Mao Home-style Cuisine (Xianjia Lake Road Branch)
Hunan cuisine · ⭐ 3.6
No. 888, Xianjiahu Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Changsha, 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. 888, Xianjiahu Road. It is a Hunan cuisine place, and the flavors are spicy (numbing/spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Hairtail Fish, Stir-fried Purslane, Stir-fried Pork Intestines.
If you cannot eat spicy food, use Dragon Mate to say “no spicy” before ordering, and tell the staff clearly.
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: Changsha
- Category: Hunan cuisine
- Rating: 3.6
- Address: No. 888, Xianjiahu Road
- Popular dishes: Hairtail Fish, Stir-fried Purslane, Stir-fried Pork Intestines, Rice Tofu and Pickled Cabbage Soup, Pork Shank
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Dishes
Hairtail FishDiaozi fish is a dish made primarily from small fish, typically fresh small marine or freshwater fish, cleaned and marinated with salt and cooking wine, then cooked by frying, pan-frying, or steaming until tender and flavorful.
Stir-fried PurslaneA simple stir-fry dish made with purslane, garlic, and chili, offering a fresh and crisp texture.
Stir-fried Pork IntestinesStir-fried pork intestines is a Chinese dish primarily made with pork intestines. After cleaning and cutting into segments, it is quickly stir-fried with辅料 such as chili peppers, ginger, and garlic. During preparation, seasonings like soy sauce and cooking wine are typically added to enhance flavor and achieve a crisp texture.
Rice Tofu and Pickled Cabbage SoupA soup made with rice tofu and pickled cabbage, featuring a tangy and savory flavor profile.
Pork ShankPork knuckle refers to the front or hind leg of a pig, with pork elbow as the main ingredient. Typically, the knuckle is blanched to remove fishy odor, then placed in a pot with water and seasonings to braise until tender. It can also be cooked using methods such as red-braising, sauce-based cooking, or braising.
Tripe StripsTripe is a dish made primarily from pig's stomach. After cleaning, it's sliced into strips, blanched or boiled to remove odor, then stewed or stir-fried with seasonings to absorb flavor. Common methods include braising, boiling in clear broth, or cooking with vegetables.
Tofu Brain SoupA savory soup made with soft tofu and broth, often enhanced with seasonings like scallions, shrimp powder, or minced meat.
Sauce Chili Stir-Fried PorkA classic Chinese home-style dish made by stir-frying pork slices with fermented chili sauce, resulting in a spicy and savory flavor.
Stir-fried Tofu with PorkFried tofu with pork is a classic Chinese home-style dish made primarily from dried tofu and pork. The dried tofu is cut into cubes and stir-fried together with sliced or shredded pork. Seasonings such as light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, and cooking wine are added to enhance flavor, and the dish is cooked until the pork is fully tender and the tofu absorbs the seasoning. Scallions, ginger, and garlic are typically used to add aroma, resulting in a rich and satisfying taste.
Silver Carp DishA dish made from silver carp, typically fried or steamed with ginger and scallions for a savory flavor.