Ze Ji Mountain City Old Hot Pot (Starlight Plaza Store)
Hot pot · ⭐ 4.4
Room 1004, Building 174, Swan Lake Garden Area B, Wudu Road (northeast corner of Xingguang Plaza, Level 1)
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Wuxi, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Room 1004, Building 174, Swan Lake Garden Area B, Wudu Road (northeast corner of Xingguang Plaza, Level 1). It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Sichuan Skewers, Ice Powder, Tender Beef.
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: Wuxi
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 4.4
- Address: Room 1004, Building 174, Swan Lake Garden Area B, Wudu Road (northeast corner of Xingguang Plaza, Level 1)
- Popular dishes: Sichuan Skewers, Ice Powder, Tender Beef, Handmade Stir-Fried Base Sauce, Tripe
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Dishes
Sichuan SkewersSichuan skewers are a dish where various ingredients are threaded onto bamboo skewers and cooked in a spicy and numbing broth. Main ingredients include beef, lamb, chicken, tofu, vegetables, and mushrooms, chosen according to personal preference. To prepare, cut the ingredients into pieces, thread them onto skewers, then boil them in a spicy and numbing broth. Dipping sauce can be added when eating.
Ice PowderIce powder is a cool dessert made from plant extracts like mesona or agar, primarily using ice powder mixed with water, then chilled to set. It has a smooth, refreshing sweetness and is commonly served with syrup, honey, fruits, or nuts.
Tender BeefTender beef is a dish made primarily with fresh beef, carefully marinated and then quickly stir-fried or lightly seared. The beef is tender and smooth in texture, paired with适量 vegetables and seasonings to bring out the authentic, rich meat flavor.
Handmade Stir-Fried Base SauceA rich, aromatic sauce made by hand with spices and ingredients like chili, Sichuan pepper, and fermented bean paste, essential for authentic Sichuan hot pot.
TripeTripe, primarily made from the rumen of cattle, is finely processed to achieve a tender texture. It is typically sliced and served with spicy hot pot or cold dressing, offering a crisp and refreshing taste—making it a popular choice in hot pot dishes.
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.
Beef TripeBeef tripe is made from fresh beef tripe, combined with appropriate seasonings and spices, and cooked to perfection. During preparation, the tripe is thoroughly cleaned and sliced thinly, then cooked using a unique technique to maintain its tender texture. Finally, it is quickly stir-fried with seasonings to allow the tripe to fully absorb the flavors.
Secret-Recipe TripeSpicy small tripe is a dish made from the small tripe of beef, cleaned and marinated with secret seasoning, then quickly stir-fried or blanched. Usually cooked with scallions, ginger, garlic, and chili to maintain its crisp and tender texture.
Secret-Recipe Chicken GizzardsSecret-style Chicken Cartilage is primarily made from chicken cartilage, carefully marinated and then stir-fried at high heat with a special sauce and spices. The dish features an appealing color, with the chicken cartilage offering a crispy texture and rich, aromatic flavor.
Brown Sugar Glutinous Rice CakeRed sugar glutinous rice cakes are a traditional dessert made primarily from glutinous rice and brown sugar. First, the glutinous rice is steamed and then mashed into a paste to form the rice cakes. Next, brown sugar is dissolved in water and boiled into a syrup, which is poured over the rice cakes. Finally, toasted sesame seeds or crushed peanuts are sprinkled on top for added aroma.
Crispy Pork MeatballsSour meat is a traditional dish primarily made with pork belly. To prepare it, pork belly is sliced thinly, marinated, and then deep-fried until golden and crispy. It can be served with seasonings, offering a crunchy texture and delicious meat flavor.
Glutinous Rice Balls in Fermented Rice SoupGlutinous rice balls in sweet fermented rice wine soup are a traditional dessert made primarily from glutinous rice flour dumplings cooked with sweet rice wine (also known as fermented glutinous rice). The dumplings are typically round, with a soft and chewy outer skin, and fillings can include sesame or red bean paste. To prepare, boil the dumplings in water until they float to the surface, then add sweet rice wine and an appropriate amount of sugar for flavoring. Stir well and serve immediately.