Iron Pot Era (Chunhua Branch)
Hot pot · ⭐ 3.8
No. 304, Dongyueqiao Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Nanjing, 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. 304, Dongyueqiao 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 Belly, Filled Fish Balls, Potato.
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: Nanjing
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 3.8
- Address: No. 304, Dongyueqiao Road
- Popular dishes: Pork Belly, Filled Fish Balls, Potato, Free-range Chicken, Dried Green Beans
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Dishes
Pork BellyPork belly is a cut of meat from the pig's abdomen, characterized by alternating layers of fat and lean meat, which gives it the name 'five-layered' or 'five-striped'. Common cooking methods include braising, stir-frying, or stewing. During cooking, the fat melts, resulting in tender meat with an aromatic flavor.
Filled Fish BallsFish balls are made primarily from fish meat. First, the bones are removed and the fish meat is finely minced. Then, egg white, starch, and other seasonings are added, mixed thoroughly, and shaped into small balls. Inside each ball is a savory meat or seafood filling. Once cooked and floating to the surface, they are ready to serve—tender in texture with a rich, flavorful center.
PotatoPotatoes are peeled and cut into cubes or slices, then cooked by frying, boiling, steaming, or stir-frying. Common preparations include potato shreds, braised potatoes with meat, mashed potatoes, and french fries. The main ingredient is potatoes, with optional seasonings such as scallions, ginger, garlic, and chili peppers added according to taste.
Free-range ChickenFree-range local chicken, slaughtered and prepared by stewing, boiling, or braising. Main ingredient is chicken, seasoned with ginger and scallions, optionally with dried mushrooms and goji berries to preserve the original 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.
Pork RibsPork ribs are part of a pig's spine, typically including meat and bones. To prepare them, rinse the ribs and blanch them to remove any odor, then cook using methods such as stewing, boiling, roasting, or frying. Common seasonings like soy sauce, cooking wine, and ginger slices are added to enhance flavor.
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.
Salted PeanutsSalted peanuts is a cold dish made primarily with peanuts, boiled in water with salt, star anise, cinnamon and other spices to infuse flavor. No complex seasonings are added during preparation, preserving the original aroma and crisp texture of the peanuts.
Farewell My ConcubineBàwáng Biéjī is a traditional Chinese dish primarily made with softshell turtle and chicken. The ingredients are simmered together with spices and seasonings over low heat until the meat becomes tender and the broth turns rich and flavorful.
Chicken WingsChicken wings are made from the wing meat of chickens, seasoned or marinated and then grilled, fried, or boiled. The skin is golden and crispy, while the inside is tender and juicy, often served as a main dish or snack.
Chicken gizzardChicken gizzard is a dish made from the stomach of chickens. The basic preparation method usually includes cleaning, boiling, and seasoning. Before cooking, it is typically marinated with salt or cooking wine, then cooked using methods such as stir-frying, stewing, or grilling, and finally enhanced with various spices to improve flavor.