Xu Lao Da Northeast Iron Pot Stew
Northeastern Chinese cuisine · ⭐ 3.9
No. 8B, Gucheng West Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Beijing, 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. 8B, Gucheng West Road. It is a Northeastern Chinese cuisine place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Northeast Cold Noodles, Crispy Radish Slaw, Dried Green Beans.
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: Beijing
- Category: Northeastern Chinese cuisine
- Rating: 3.9
- Address: No. 8B, Gucheng West Road
- Popular dishes: Northeast Cold Noodles, Crispy Radish Slaw, Dried Green Beans, Spicy Cucumber Salad, Braised Chicken Pot
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Dishes
Northeast Cold NoodlesNortheastern cold noodles are made primarily from potato starch noodles, combined with shredded cucumber, shredded carrot, wood ear mushrooms, and other vegetables, then tossed in a dressing made from garlic, cilantro, soy sauce, vinegar, and chili oil.
Crispy Radish SlawCrispy Radish Slaw is a cold dish made primarily with white radish. The radish is sliced into thin strips and mixed with seasonings, offering a refreshing taste, suitable for summer.
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.
Spicy Cucumber SaladCucumber salad is a home-style cold dish primarily made with cucumbers. The preparation is simple: wash the cucumbers, crush them by hand, then mix with minced garlic, chopped cilantro, and seasonings.
Braised Chicken PotStewed chicken pot made with wild chicken, potatoes, vermicelli, and cabbage, slowly cooked until tender with rich broth.
Hickory MushroomHazel mushroom is a dish primarily made with hazel mushrooms, usually cooked together with meats such as chicken or pork. In the preparation process, the hazel mushrooms are first cleaned and then stewed with the meat until the ingredients are fully blended and the broth becomes rich and flavorful.
Century Egg TofuPidan tofu is a traditional dish made primarily from century eggs and soft tofu. The preparation is simple: chop the century eggs and mix them with the soft tofu, then season with scallions, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, and other seasonings, mixing well.
Cornmeal PancakeCornmeal pancakes are a traditional Chinese dish made primarily from corn flour. After fermentation, the dough is pressed against the sides of a heated pan and baked. The outer layer is golden and crispy, while the inside is soft, sweet, and rich in the aroma of corn.
Iron Pot - Tendon and BrainTendon and beef brisket are slow-cooked in an iron pot with seasonings. Main ingredients include beef tendons and brisket, seasoned with scallions, ginger, garlic, star anise, and cinnamon.
Stewed Pork Ribs in Iron PotStewed pork ribs in an iron pot with potatoes, vermicelli, and cabbage, slowly cooked over low heat. Pork ribs are blanched to remove odor, then simmered with seasonings in an iron pot using water or broth until tender and flavorful.
Clay Pot Stewed SunfishIron pot stewed Xun fish is a dish featuring Xun fish with potatoes, vermicelli, and tofu, slowly simmered in an iron pot. The fish is pan-fried until lightly golden, then stir-fried with scallions, ginger, garlic, and doubanjiang before adding water or broth to create a rich, flavorful stew.