Cao Chengxiang · Earth Pot Chicken · Earth Pot Fish (Leshan Road Branch)
苏北土菜 · ⭐ 4.8
No. 113-24 Leshan Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Nanjing, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 113-24 Leshan Road. It is a 苏北土菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Tofu Skin, Stewed Head Fish in Earthen Pot, Stove Pot Chicken.
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: 苏北土菜
- Rating: 4.8
- Address: No. 113-24 Leshan Road
- Popular dishes: Tofu Skin, Stewed Head Fish in Earthen Pot, Stove Pot Chicken, Dried Green Beans, Hand-Pounded Cucumber
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Dishes
Tofu SkinTofu skin, also known as百叶 or bean curd sheet, is a soy-based product made primarily from yellow beans. It has a pale yellow color, a delicate texture, and is as thin as paper. It can be prepared by mixing cold, stir-frying, or used as an ingredient. Commonly paired with vegetables, meat, or seafood in cooking to enhance texture and flavor.
Stewed Head Fish in Earthen PotA dish featuring whole fish with head, stewed in an earthen pot with potatoes and tofu, resulting in a rich, savory flavor.
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.
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.
Hand-Pounded CucumberA refreshing cold dish made by hand-pounding fresh cucumbers and mixing with garlic, vinegar, salt, sugar, and sesame oil for a crisp, tangy flavor.
Signature Earth Pot BeefA signature dish featuring tender beef stewed in a traditional earth pot with potatoes and peppers, delivering rich, savory flavors.
Cao Chengxiang's Stewed Chicken in Clay PotA traditional Chinese dish featuring chicken stewed with potatoes and vermicelli in a clay pot, known for its rich flavor and tender meat.
Corn TortillaCorn tortillas are primarily made by mixing cornmeal with water, adding a适量 of salt for seasoning, then kneading into a dough and rolling it into thin, round pancakes. These are cooked on a flat pan until both sides turn golden brown. They can be eaten as is or paired with other ingredients.
White FlatbreadBaimianbing is a flour-based food made by mixing flour with water to form dough, then rolling it into thin sheets and cooking by pan-frying, frying, or steaming. A little salt can be added for flavor, along with optional ingredients like scallions or sesame seeds.
Old TofuOld tofu is a traditional dish primarily made from tofu, which becomes soft and tender after stewing, fully absorbing the broth. It is typically prepared with meat or vegetables to enhance texture and nutrition, then reduced to concentrate the flavors.
Duck BloodDuck blood dishes use fresh duck blood as the main ingredient, carefully prepared through skilled cooking. Typically, the duck blood is cut into pieces and cooked together with seasonings and ingredients such as scallions, ginger, and garlic to maintain its tender texture. Cooking methods may include boiling, stewing, or stir-frying, allowing the duck blood to fully absorb the flavors of the seasonings.