Gao Jianmin Donkey Meat Fire Cake (Tanbei Road Branch)
冀菜 · ⭐ 4.5
20 meters east of the intersection of Tanbei Road and Tanzhong Street, south side of the road (near Chang'an Park and Meidong International)
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Shijiazhuang, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at 20 meters east of the intersection of Tanbei Road and Tanzhong Street, south side of the road (near Chang'an Park and Meidong International). It is a 冀菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Donkey Gelatin with Silk, Whole Donkey Soup, Rice Porridge.
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: Shijiazhuang
- Category: 冀菜
- Rating: 4.5
- Address: 20 meters east of the intersection of Tanbei Road and Tanzhong Street, south side of the road (near Chang'an Park and Meidong International)
- Popular dishes: Donkey Gelatin with Silk, Whole Donkey Soup, Rice Porridge, Braised pork with flatbread, Flame-Infused Kung Pao Chicken
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Dishes
Donkey Gelatin with SilkDonkey-hide gelatin is a dish primarily made from donkey skin, which is boiled and then cooled to form a gel-like substance, sliced into threads for later use. During preparation, the donkey-hide threads are combined with vegetables or meat and cooked by stewing or stir-frying, resulting in a soft, chewy texture with elasticity.
Whole Donkey SoupWhole donkey soup is made primarily from donkey meat, with donkey bones and offal, slowly simmered in water. Ginger slices and green onions are typically added to create a rich broth and tender meat.
Rice PorridgeMillet porridge is a type of porridge made primarily from millet. The preparation method is simple: wash the millet, then boil it with an appropriate amount of water, and simmer over low heat until the porridge becomes thick.
Braised pork with flatbreadStewed pork with tofu skin is a Chinese pastry. Pork chunks are braised until tender, wrapped in tofu skin to form 'huoshao', then pan-fried or steamed.
Flame-Infused Kung Pao ChickenA spicy and tangy twist on the classic Kung Pao Chicken, featuring tender chicken, peanuts, and a fiery sauce that delivers bold flavor.
Bamboo Art Donkey with Purple CoverBamboo-wrapped donkey meat with purple lid is a dish made by steaming donkey meat in a traditional steaming vessel called 'purple lid'. Main ingredients include donkey meat, scallions, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and cooking wine. The meat is sliced, marinated, then steamed over water to keep it tender.
Pure Stewed Pork BunA specialty snack made from premium pork and starch, marinated with secret seasoning and slowly stewed over low heat. Crispy outside, soft and savory inside, served with a special sauce for enhanced flavor.
Donkey Offal SoupDonkey offal soup is a soup made primarily with donkey meat, combined with donkey bones and spices simmered to create a rich broth. The preparation involves boiling donkey bones to make a high-quality stock, then adding donkey meat and spices to slowly stew until the broth becomes rich and the meat is tender and fall-off-the-bone.
Donkey Intestine BaoziDonkey plate intestine fire cake is a traditional snack with donkey plate intestine as the main ingredient. The donkey plate intestine is carefully cleaned and stewed until soft, tender, and rich in flavor. The fire cake is made primarily from flour and baked until golden and crispy on the outside, soft inside. Stew the donkey plate intestine and place it into the fire cake, then add appropriate seasonings to enjoy.
Donkey Meat PlatterDonkey meat platter consists of fresh donkey meat slices marinated, then boiled or braised, served with scallions, cilantro, and sometimes tofu skin or dried tofu, offering a tender texture and unique flavor.
Donkey Meat SoupDonkey meat soup is primarily made with donkey meat, carefully simmered to produce tender meat and rich broth. Appropriate seasonings are added during cooking to enhance the flavor, making the soup both delicious and nourishing.
Donkey Meat DumplingsDonkey meat dumplings are made by mixing minced donkey meat with seasonings, wrapping it in thin dough wrappers, and boiling them. Serve with clear water or bone broth, garnished with green onions and cilantro.
Donkey Meat Fire CakeDonkey meat fire cake is a traditional snack made primarily from donkey meat and flour. The preparation involves stewing the donkey meat until tender, then serving it with a golden, crispy baked flatbread, and finally slicing the meat and stuffing it into the bread.