Hefei Xiaoguan
特色菜 · ⭐ 4.0
No. 111, Tianmen Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Hefei, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 111, Tianmen Road. It is a 特色菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Healthy Blanched Crown Daisy, Stove Pot Chicken, Dry Pot Squid and Shrimp.
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: Hefei
- Category: 特色菜
- Rating: 4.0
- Address: No. 111, Tianmen Road
- Popular dishes: Healthy Blanched Crown Daisy, Stove Pot Chicken, Dry Pot Squid and Shrimp, Squirrel-shaped Perch, Grilled Enoki Mushrooms
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Dishes
Healthy Blanched Crown DaisyHealthy Blanched Crown Daisy is a light and healthy dish, primarily made with fresh crown daisy (garland chrysanthemum). The fresh greens are quickly blanched in boiling clear broth or water until they turn bright green and tender, then immediately removed. It is typically served with simple dipping sauces such as soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, or chili oil. This dish highlights the natural fragrance and crisp-tender texture of the vegetable, is quick to prepare, and preserves its nutritional value.
Stove Pot ChickenStewed chicken in a clay pot is a dish primarily made with chicken, cooked with various spices and seasonal vegetables. Its distinctive feature lies in the use of a specially designed clay pot that ensures even heating, preserving the tender texture of the chicken. During cooking, flatbread is placed around the edge of the pot and steamed together, resulting in a crispy top and chewy bottom that absorbs the rich broth, creating a deliciously flavorful dish.
Dry Pot Squid and ShrimpDry-braised squid and shrimp is a dish featuring fresh squid and shrimp, stir-fried quickly at high heat. After initial preparation, they are cooked with vegetables like green pepper, red pepper, and onion, along with seasonings such as doubanjiang, garlic, ginger, and chili to absorb rich flavors, then reduced to a glossy sauce.
Squirrel-shaped PerchSquirrel-shaped perch is a Chinese dish where boneless perch is cut with floral patterns, deep-fried to set shape, then drizzled with a sweet and sour sauce made from sugar, vinegar, and tomato ketchup. The dish resembles a squirrel, with a crispy exterior and tender interior in golden color.
Grilled Enoki MushroomsGrilled enoki mushrooms is a simple and delicious dish. The main ingredient is enoki mushrooms, which are grilled to perfection. After washing the enoki mushrooms, they can be seasoned with适量调味料 such as garlic, soy sauce, and salt, then grilled until the surface is slightly charred and the aroma fills the air.
Three Parts of BeefBeef Tripe is a dish made primarily from beef, beef tripe, and beef intestines. The three types of beef offal are usually prepared separately and then cooked through methods such as blanching, stewing, or stir-frying, resulting in a rich and layered flavor.
Poached ChickenWhite-cut chicken is a traditional dish made primarily from young chicken. It is boiled without any seasonings, preserving the natural flavor of the meat. It is served with a specially prepared sauce to enhance its original taste.
Charcoal-Grilled FishCharcoal-grilled fish is a dish made by marinating fresh fish, such as grass carp or sea bass, then grilling it over charcoal. It includes vegetables like bean sprouts, potato slices, and enoki mushrooms. The fish is scored, marinated, grilled, and finished with a sauce of doubanjiang, chili, and Sichuan peppercorns.
Glutinous Rice Lotus RootStuffed lotus root with glutinous rice is a traditional Chinese dish. The main ingredients are glutinous rice and lotus root. The preparation involves soaking the rice, then filling the holes of the lotus root with it, followed by steaming or boiling until the rice and lotus root are fully integrated. Finally, it is sliced and served, offering a soft, sticky texture and a rich lotus aroma.
Seaweed and Egg SoupSeaweed egg soup is a home-style soup made primarily from seaweed and eggs. The preparation is simple: cut the seaweed into small pieces and set aside the beaten eggs. Boil water in a pot, add the seaweed, and once it boils, pour in the egg mixture while stirring quickly. Season with salt and monosodium glutamate (MSG), then sprinkle with chopped green onions before serving.
Lamb SkewersLamb skewers are made by cutting fresh, tender lamb into chunks, threading them onto bamboo or metal skewers, and marinating before grilling directly over charcoal. During grilling, the lamb's fat drips onto the fire, creating smoke that熏 (smokes) the meat, resulting in a crispy exterior and tender interior with rich aroma.
Crispy Pork RibsCrunchy bones are mainly made from pig or cow cartilage, marinated and then fried or stir-fried. Seasonings are added during cooking to enhance flavor while maintaining a crispy exterior and tender interior.
Bean Cake Stir-fried with Salted PorkBean Cake Stir-fried with Salted Pork is a home-style dish featuring bean cake and salted pork. The bean cake is made from ground soybeans pan-fried until tender yet chewy, while the salted pork (typically pork belly) is cured with salt and air-dried for a rich savory flavor. To prepare, sliced salted pork is stir-fried until its fat renders, then cubed bean cake is added and stir-fried together, often with garlic chives or chili for aroma. The dish is savory and umami, with the bean cake absorbing the pork's flavorful oils.
Copper Pot Beef OffalA traditional Chinese dish made by slow-cooking beef offal in a copper pot with spices and seasonings, resulting in rich flavor and tender texture.
Vegetable and Pork Ball SoupA comforting soup made with fresh vegetables and pork balls, simmered in clear broth for a light yet flavorful dish.
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.