Iron Pot Era (Beilun Dali Store)
农家菜 · ⭐ 4.3
Nos. 84–86 Gaotianwang Street, Daqi
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Ningbo, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Nos. 84–86 Gaotianwang Street, Daqi. It is a 农家菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Frozen Tofu, Potato Cubes, Dried Green Beans.
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: Ningbo
- Category: 农家菜
- Rating: 4.3
- Address: Nos. 84–86 Gaotianwang Street, Daqi
- Popular dishes: Frozen Tofu, Potato Cubes, Dried Green Beans, Pan-Fried Dumplings, Sauces Beef Balls
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Dishes
Frozen TofuFrozen tofu is made by freezing fresh tofu, which develops a honeycomb-like structure inside with many pores and good elasticity. It can be cooked with various ingredients, offering a rich and diverse texture.
Potato CubesPotato cubes are a dish primarily made with potatoes. After cutting the potatoes into cube-shaped pieces, they are processed by frying or boiling, then seasoned and cooked with various spices. Common preparation methods include stir-frying, stewing, or steaming, often enhanced with辅料 such as green onions, ginger, and garlic to improve flavor.
Dried Green BeansDry beans are made by sun-drying fresh beans until they lose moisture, resulting in a deep green or yellow-brown color. Before cooking, they must be soaked in water to restore their softness. They are commonly stewed with meat, absorbing the meat juices to become flavorful, and can also be stir-fried or used in soups.
Pan-Fried DumplingsPan-fried dumplings made with pork and cabbage, pan-seared until crispy on the bottom, offering a savory and tender bite.
Sauces Beef BallsSauces牛丸 (Sauces Beef Balls) are made primarily from beef, mixed with a secret blend of seasonings, then minced into a meat paste and shaped into balls. The unique feature is that the balls contain a savory broth inside; during cooking, the high temperature melts the inner broth, causing it to flow out when bitten, delivering a delicious flavor.
Pork skinBraised pork skin is an ingredient made from pigskin that has been processed. Typically, the pigskin is first blanched to remove odor, then simmered until tender, and finally sliced or shredded. It can be served cold in a dressing, stewed, or stir-fried, often paired with wood ear mushrooms, garlic chives, and other ingredients.
LettuceBamboo shoot is a refreshing vegetable dish primarily made with fresh bamboo shoots. The preparation method is simple, usually involving washing, slicing or shredding the shoots, and then cooking them through various methods such as stir-frying, mixing, or boiling. A small amount of seasoning can be added during cooking to preserve the natural flavor of the bamboo shoots.
Mustard greensGongcai, also known as Tai Gan, is a dried vegetable made from the fleshy stems of lettuce-family plants through processes such as sun-drying and pickling. It has a bright green color and a crisp texture. To prepare, soak it in water first, then mix with seasonings.
Fried Rice CrispsFried rice crackers are a traditional Chinese snack made from rice, deep-fried to achieve a golden color and crispy texture. They are commonly served as a side dish or snack. The preparation is simple: press cooked rice into blocks, slice them thinly, then fry in hot oil until golden and crunchy.
Fish tofuFish tofu is made primarily from fresh, tender fish meat and soft tofu, finely mixed and then steamed or boiled to achieve a delicate, white, and smooth texture.