Dou Chuan Chuan (Caotang North Branch)
Hot pot · ⭐ 3.7
No. 75, Caotang North Branch Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Chengdu, 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. 75, Caotang North Branch 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: Potato, Houttu Beef, Pork Ribs.
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: Chengdu
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 3.7
- Address: No. 75, Caotang North Branch Road
- Popular dishes: Potato, Houttu Beef, Pork Ribs, Oil Dip, Hot Pot Noodles
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Dishes
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.
Houttu BeefBamboo shoot beef is a dish featuring beef shank and houttuynia herb. Thinly sliced beef shank is blanched to remove odor, then stir-fried with cleaned houttuynia herb and seasonings like soy sauce, salt, and chili. Proper ingredient pairing and heat control are key.
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.
Oil DipSichuan cuisine commonly uses oil dip as a dipping sauce, primarily made from sesame oil, chili oil, garlic paste, green onions, crushed peanuts, soy sauce, and vinegar. To prepare it, mix sesame oil and chili oil in proportion, then add finely chopped garlic and green onions. Adjust the taste by adding appropriate amounts of soy sauce and vinegar, and finally sprinkle crushed peanuts to enhance aroma and texture.
Hot Pot NoodlesHot pot rice noodles are made primarily from rice noodles, softened with hot water and cooked in a hot pot. Common ingredients include beef, pork, vegetables, bean sprouts, and tofu, simmered in a special hot pot base or clear broth.
Rice Noodles JellyA refreshing dish made from rice flour, served cold and seasoned with spicy oil, vinegar, garlic, and herbs.
Brain tissueBrains are the brain tissue of animals, typically pork brains. The preparation methods are mostly stewing or grilling, combined with spices and seasonings to make the texture tender and the aroma rich.
Mixed SkewersA Sichuan-style dish featuring meat and vegetables skewered and boiled in a spicy, numbing broth, perfect for sharing.
Cilantro BeefCilantro beef is a dish primarily made with tender beef and fresh cilantro. To prepare it, first slice the beef thinly and marinate it with seasonings to infuse flavor. Next, quickly stir-fry the beef in hot oil until it changes color, then add cilantro pieces and gently stir until evenly mixed.
KonjacKonjac is a food made from the corm of the konjac plant, processed into a gel-like texture with a smooth and refreshing mouthfeel. The main ingredients are konjac powder and water, and an alkaline substance is added during processing to solidify the konjac. It can be sliced, shredded, or used whole, and is commonly used in cold dishes, stir-fries, or soups.