Chuanxiang Ju (Youyi Avenue Store)
Hunan cuisine · ⭐ 4.0
Northeast corner of the intersection of Youyi Avenue and Industrial 1st Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Wuhan, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Northeast corner of the intersection of Youyi Avenue and Industrial 1st Road. It is a Hunan cuisine place, and the flavors are spicy (numbing/spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Dry-Braised Razor Fish, Dry-burned Stinky Mandarin Fish, Dry-Fried Lotus Root Strips.
If you cannot eat spicy food, use Dragon Mate to say “no spicy” before ordering, and tell the staff clearly.
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: Wuhan
- Category: Hunan cuisine
- Rating: 4.0
- Address: Northeast corner of the intersection of Youyi Avenue and Industrial 1st Road
- Popular dishes: Dry-Braised Razor Fish, Dry-burned Stinky Mandarin Fish, Dry-Fried Lotus Root Strips, Dry Pot Tofu with Thousand Layers, Sichuan Boiled Pork Slices
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Dishes
Dry-Braised Razor FishA dish featuring fresh razor fish braised in a savory sauce with aromatics, resulting in tender meat and rich flavor.
Dry-burned Stinky Mandarin FishDry-burned stinky mandarin fish is a Chinese dish primarily made with stinky mandarin fish. After cleaning the fish, it is marinated with a special seasoning, then pan-fried or deep-fried, and finally simmered in a flavorful sauce. The cooking process emphasizes precise heat control to ensure the fish is well-seasoned while remaining tender and fresh.
Dry-Fried Lotus Root StripsDry-fried lotus root threads is a dish primarily made with lotus root as the main ingredient. The lotus root is sliced into thin strands and stir-fried until the surface turns golden and crispy, while the inside retains the original texture of the lotus root. During cooking,适量 of chili and spices can be added to enhance the flavor.
Dry Pot Tofu with Thousand LayersA spicy Sichuan dish made with thousand-layer tofu and vegetables, stir-fried in a dry pot for rich flavor and tender texture.
Sichuan Boiled Pork SlicesSichuan-style boiled pork slices is a dish made primarily with thin slices of lean pork, paired with vegetables such as mung bean sprouts and greens, and cooked by boiling. First, the vegetables are blanched, then the marinated pork slices are added to boiling water to cook through. Finally, a spicy and numbing sauce is prepared by stir-frying chili peppers, Sichuan peppercorns, and other seasonings, resulting in a fresh, fragrant, tender, and smooth texture.
Pickled Vegetable and Pork NoodlesA Chinese home-style dish featuring pork strips, vermicelli, and pickled vegetables, known for its tangy and spicy flavor.
Frog and Fish Gelatin StewA Chinese dish featuring frog meat and fish gelatin, slow-cooked with ginger, garlic, and chili for a rich, savory flavor.
Softshell Turtle with Bullfrog StewMain ingredients are softshell turtle and bullfrog, blanched then stewed with scallions, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, cooking wine, and broth, slowly simmered until flavors blend perfectly.
Secret-Recipe Black Duck StewA rich stew made with duck meat and secret spices, slow-cooked to perfection for deep flavor.
Pork Knuckle and Lotus Root SoupBamboo bone lotus root soup is made from pork bones and lotus roots. After blanching the bones, they're simmered with lotus roots in water until the broth turns milky white and tastes delicious. Few seasonings are added to preserve the natural flavors.
Fermented Tofu with Pork IntestinesA spicy Sichuan dish made by slow-cooking fried stinky tofu and pork intestines with chili and fermented bean paste, resulting in a rich, aromatic flavor.
Cilantro Beef SaladCilantro beef salad is a cold dish made with cooked beef and fresh cilantro. Thinly sliced or diced beef is mixed with washed and drained cilantro, then seasoned with soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, chili oil, and more. Simple to prepare, it emphasizes freshness and balanced flavor.
Caviar Braised TofuFish roe braised tofu is a dish primarily made with tofu and fish roe. The tofu is cut into cubes and pan-fried until the surface turns slightly golden, then fish roe, broth or water is added and simmered to allow the tofu to absorb the rich flavor of the fish roe. Finally, a small amount of cornstarch is used to thicken the sauce. Careful control of heat during cooking ensures the tofu remains tender and the fish roe stays intact.
Fish-Flavored Shredded PorkFish-Flavored Shredded Pork is a classic Chinese dish made with pork strips as the main ingredient, combined with vegetables such as wood ear mushrooms, carrots, and green peppers. The ingredients are first sliced into thin strips, then stir-fried, and finally tossed with a specially prepared fish-flavored sauce that gives it a distinctive aroma reminiscent of fish—though it contains no actual fish ingredients.
Chicken Feet and Pork Trotters StewA Chinese stew combining chicken feet and pork trotters, slow-cooked with soy sauce, sugar, and seasonings until tender and flavorful.