Mao's Spicy Rice Noodles (Jiaotong University Store)
小吃快餐 · ⭐ 4.1
No. 13 Tangyuan Plaza, Central Section of Jiaoda Street
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Xi'an, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 13 Tangyuan Plaza, Central Section of Jiaoda Street. It is a 小吃快餐 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Spicy Hot Pot, Spam, Potato Noodles.
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: Xi'an
- Category: 小吃快餐
- Rating: 4.1
- Address: No. 13 Tangyuan Plaza, Central Section of Jiaoda Street
- Popular dishes: Spicy Hot Pot, Spam, Potato Noodles, Baby bok choy, Tender Chicken
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Dishes
Spicy Hot PotDanmiao is a dish made primarily from various ingredients such as meat, tofu, and vegetables, prepared by stir-frying and boiling. The ingredients are cooked in a specially prepared spicy broth, then topped with sesame sauce and spices, creating a rich and layered flavor.
SpamSpam is a canned food product made primarily from pork, processed through grinding, seasoning, and steaming. It has a fine texture and delicious taste, commonly used as an ingredient in hot pot, barbecue dishes, or eaten directly sliced.
Potato NoodlesPotato starch is a powdered ingredient made from potatoes, commonly used in cooking various soups and stir-fried noodles. The production process begins with washing and peeling fresh potatoes, then grinding them into a paste using a special technique. After sedimentation, filtration, and sun-drying, the result is a fine powder. When cooking, potato starch can be paired with meats, vegetables, and other ingredients to create delicious dishes that are smooth in texture and rich in nutrition.
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.
Tender ChickenTender chicken, usually breast or thigh meat, is quickly stir-fried or steamed after marinating. Main ingredient is chicken, with minimal seasonings like salt, soy sauce, cooking wine, and starch to keep it tender.
Small Gluten NoodlesSmall gluten noodles are made from flour, where gluten is extracted by washing the dough and then cooked or stir-fried. Main ingredient is gluten, often combined with vegetables, meat, or seasonings. Common methods include braising, stir-frying, or cold mixing.
TripeTripe, primarily made from the rumen of cattle, is finely processed to achieve a tender texture. It is typically sliced and served with spicy hot pot or cold dressing, offering a crisp and refreshing taste—making it a popular choice in hot pot dishes.
BeefBeef dishes are primarily made with high-quality beef and prepared using cooking methods such as stewing, boiling, and stir-frying. During the cooking process, seasonings like scallions, ginger, garlic, chili peppers, and Sichuan peppercorns can be added according to taste, allowing the beef to fully absorb the aromas of the seasonings for a tender and juicy texture.
TripeTripe is a dish made from a cow's stomach. After cleaning and boiling, the tripe becomes soft and elastic. Common preparation methods include stewing, cold mixing, or stir-frying, often combined with various spices and seasonings to enhance flavor.
Enoki MushroomEnoki mushrooms, using fresh enoki mushrooms as the main ingredient, are typically stir-fried or steamed with seasonings such as garlic and chili, preserving their tender texture and nutritional value—a quick and popular home-cooked dish.
Fragrant TofuFragrant tofu is made primarily from soft tofu, deep-fried until the outer skin turns golden and crispy while the inside remains tender and smooth. It is served with specially prepared spices and sauce, enhancing its rich and aromatic flavor. This dish is a home-style culinary delight that excels in color, aroma, and taste.
Quail EggQuail eggs are a dish primarily made with quail eggs, typically prepared by boiling, frying, roasting, or steaming. Quail eggs are small and delicate, rich in nutrition, with a unique texture and aroma, often used in various Chinese culinary preparations.