Old Drum Gate Soup Dumplings (Qinhong Road Branch)
小吃快餐 · ⭐ 3.9
No. 221, Qin Hong 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. 221, Qin Hong Road. 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: Original Soup Dumplings, Braised Meat Noodles, Signature Duck Blood and Vermicelli Soup.
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: 小吃快餐
- Rating: 3.9
- Address: No. 221, Qin Hong Road
- Popular dishes: Original Soup Dumplings, Braised Meat Noodles, Signature Duck Blood and Vermicelli Soup, Pork Rib Noodles, Osmanthus Taro with Sugar Syrup
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Dishes
Original Soup DumplingsOriginal soup dumplings are made with fresh pork and pork skin gelatin, hand-folded and steamed to create a rich, savory broth inside a delicate wrapper.
Braised Meat NoodlesA hearty dish of stir-fried pork and noodles, seasoned with soy sauce and aromatics for a savory, satisfying meal.
Signature Duck Blood and Vermicelli SoupSignature duck blood and vermicelli soup features duck blood, intestines, and gizzards simmered in rich broth. Sliced duck blood and offal are cooked together, soft vermicelli added after soaking, then seasoned broth poured in for a flavorful, aromatic base.
Pork Rib NoodlesA Chinese home-style dish of tender pork ribs mixed with noodles, seasoned with soy sauce and aromatics for a savory flavor.
Osmanthus Taro with Sugar SyrupGuìhuā Táng Yùmiáo is a dessert primarily made with taro. The taro is boiled and mashed into a paste, then cooked with sugar and water until thickened, and finally sprinkled with osmanthus flowers to enhance its fragrance. Careful control of heat during preparation ensures a smooth and soft texture.
Fried QuailFried quail is a traditional dish featuring quail as the main ingredient. To prepare it, first clean and marinate the quail to infuse flavor. Then, fry the marinated quail in hot oil until golden and crispy, and drain off excess oil. The finished dish has an appealing color and tender, juicy meat.
Water Chestnut DumplingsA delicate dumpling filled with fresh wild chives and pork, steamed to perfection for a savory, juicy bite.
Chrysanthemum Leaf Dumplings with SoupChrysanthemum leaf dumplings filled with savory meat or shrimp, steamed to perfection for a delicate, juicy bite.
Chrysanthemum Leaf Taro DumplingA delicate dim sum made by wrapping taro and fresh lotus root in chrysanthemum leaves, steamed to perfection for a refreshing taste.
Crab Roe Soup DumplingsCrab Roe Soup Dumplings are a traditional delicacy made with crab roe and pork as filling, wrapped in wheat flour dough. To prepare, the crab roe and pork mixture is seasoned and encased in rolled-out dough, then steamed. The finished dumplings have thin skins with generous fillings and rich broth.
Red Bean Wine Fermented Glutinous Rice BallsA traditional Chinese dessert made with glutinous rice balls, red beans, and fermented rice wine, offering a sweet and subtly alcoholic flavor.
Chicken Juice Braised Tofu DryA Chinese home-style dish made by simmering tofu dry in a savory chicken broth with soy sauce and sugar, resulting in a rich, tender texture.
Duck Blood VermicelliDuck blood and vermicelli soup is a dish made primarily with duck blood and rice noodles. Duck blood cubes are cooked with noodles in a broth made from pork or chicken bones, seasoned with scallions, cilantro, and chili oil. Cooking time must be controlled to keep the duck blood tender and the noodles soft and flavorful.
Duck Blood and Vermicelli SoupDuck blood and vermicelli soup is a soup dish primarily made with duck blood and vermicelli, supplemented by duck intestines, duck gizzards, and other duck offal. To prepare it, duck blood is cut into pieces and boiled together with rehydrated vermicelli in a rich broth, then duck offal and other ingredients are added, followed by seasoning before serving.
Spicy Duck BloodSpicy duck blood is a dish made primarily with duck blood, which is blanched to remove odor, then stir-fried or stewed with chili, Sichuan pepper, and doubanjiang to absorb the spicy flavor. It pairs well with bean sprouts or greens for added texture.