Niu Ding Ji Fresh Beef Hotpot (Pingyang Road Branch)
Hot pot · ⭐ 3.9
Shop No. 6, East Gate, Provincial Unified Construction Dormitory, No. 49 Pingyang Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Taiyuan, 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 Shop No. 6, East Gate, Provincial Unified Construction Dormitory, No. 49 Pingyang Road. It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Pork Shoulder Tendon, Spoon Nuts, Premium Freshly Sliced Tenderloin.
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: Taiyuan
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 3.9
- Address: Shop No. 6, East Gate, Provincial Unified Construction Dormitory, No. 49 Pingyang Road
- Popular dishes: Pork Shoulder Tendon, Spoon Nuts, Premium Freshly Sliced Tenderloin, Hand-Made Raw Beef Meatballs, Hand-Pressed Green Shrimp Balls
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Dishes
Pork Shoulder TendonPork knuckle dish made from the front leg tendon, simmered or braised with scallions, ginger, soy sauce, and sugar for a chewy, elastic texture.
Spoon NutsTenderloin, taken from the inner layer of the beef shoulder tender, shaped like a key, hence its name. To prepare, slice the tenderloin thinly, marinate with simple seasonings, then quickly blanch in hot pot until it changes color. The meat is fresh and tender, melting in your mouth—ideal for hot pot dishes.
Premium Freshly Sliced TenderloinPremium Freshly Sliced Tenderloin is a dish made from high-quality beef tenderloin, freshly cut and cooked in a simple way. The main ingredient is beef, and the cooking method is stir-frying or boiling to retain its tender texture.
Hand-Made Raw Beef MeatballsHandcrafted raw beef meatballs made from fresh beef, pounded to elasticity, mixed with starch, egg white, and seasonings, then shaped into balls and cooked by boiling or steaming.
Hand-Pressed Green Shrimp BallsFresh green shrimp meat is hand-pounded into a paste, mixed with seasonings and shaped into balls, then boiled to create a tender and flavorful dish.
Moon Shrimp CakeA crispy fried dish made from fresh shrimp, eggs, and starch, shaped like a moon and served with sweet chili sauce.
Hot Pot Four TreasuresHot pot four treasures is a火锅配料 featuring four main ingredients: tripe, yellow throat, duck intestine, and beef tripe. After cleaning, they're directly boiled in hot pot, offering a crisp, elastic texture.
Beef TripeBeef tripe is made from fresh beef tripe, combined with appropriate seasonings and spices, and cooked to perfection. During preparation, the tripe is thoroughly cleaned and sliced thinly, then cooked using a unique technique to maintain its tender texture. Finally, it is quickly stir-fried with seasonings to allow the tripe to fully absorb the flavors.
Beef brisket fatBeef brisket fat, primarily sourced from the fatty part of the beef chest, is carefully simmered and processed to achieve a golden yellow appearance. During preparation, the brisket fat is sliced thinly and briefly cooked with a specially crafted seasoning, preserving its original rich and aromatic flavor.
Vegetable PlatterA vegetable platter is a colorful dish made from a variety of fresh vegetables such as carrots, cucumbers, and tomatoes, carefully sliced and prepared to preserve their natural flavor and nutrients. With simple seasoning and elegant presentation, it offers a visually appealing and healthy culinary experience.
Black Tiger Shrimp DumplingsBlack tiger shrimp balls are made from fresh black tiger shrimp, which are deveined and washed before being minced into a shrimp paste. A suitable amount of starch and egg white is added and mixed until smooth. During cooking, the shrimp paste is squeezed into boiling water to set its shape, then cooked through and removed. It is served with clear soup or seasonings, offering a鲜嫩口感 and rich shrimp flavor.