Chuan Wei No. 1 Nostalgic Hot Pot (Meili Square Store)
Hot pot · ⭐ 4.9
Floor 4, Getang Meili Plaza
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 Floor 4, Getang Meili Plaza. It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Layered Tripe, Crispy Pork Strips, Hand-Pressed Black Tiger Shrimp Balls.
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: Hot pot
- Rating: 4.9
- Address: Floor 4, Getang Meili Plaza
- Popular dishes: Layered Tripe, Crispy Pork Strips, Hand-Pressed Black Tiger Shrimp Balls, Tripe, Sea lettuce
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Dishes
Layered TripeQian Ceng Du is a traditional dish primarily made from pork stomach. During preparation, the pork stomach is carefully processed and sliced into thin pieces, then cooked using a unique technique that creates a layered appearance. It is seasoned with appropriate spices and finally prepared to perfection.
Crispy Pork StripsSucculent pork slices, made from fatty pork belly, are marinated and then deep-fried until golden and crispy. To prepare, the pork belly is sliced thinly, seasoned with salt, cooking wine, and five-spice powder, then fried in hot oil until perfectly crisp.
Hand-Pressed Black Tiger Shrimp BallsHandcrafted black tiger shrimp balls are made from fresh black tiger shrimp. The shrimp are manually peeled and their meat finely chopped, then mixed with an appropriate amount of starch and egg white. Through repeated stirring and pounding, the shrimp meat becomes smooth and tender. For cooking, the shrimp mixture is shaped into small balls and blanched in hot water until cooked through, ready to be enjoyed with various soup bases or seasonings.
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.
Sea lettuceSea lettuce sprout is a dish primarily made with sea lettuce sprouts. Fresh or rehydrated sea lettuce sprouts are typically cleaned, blanched, and then stir-fried with other ingredients such as minced garlic and chili peppers, or served cold in a dressing. The preparation method is simple and emphasizes preserving the crisp and tender texture of the sea lettuce sprouts.
牛奶鲜鸭血牛奶鲜鸭血是一道以新鲜鸭血为主料,加入牛奶烹制而成的菜品。鸭血切块后与牛奶一同煮制,使鸭血吸收牛奶的香浓,口感细腻滑嫩。制作过程中通常不添加过多调料,保留食材本味。
Spicy Beef Tallow Hot PotSpicy beef oil base made with beef tallow,大量 chili and Sichuan peppercorns, seasoned with doubanjiang, ginger, garlic, and cooked with beef, tripe, and beef intestine.
Mushroom Hot Pot with Dual BrothsBeef and mushroom hot pot with two flavors: spicy and clear broth. Ingredients include beef, beef tallow, wild mushrooms (like shiitake, enoki, and king oyster), bean sprouts, and tofu. Cooked by stir-frying beef tallow with spices, then simmering with broth and mushrooms before dividing into a dual-bowl pot.
Freshly Sliced Tender BeefFreshly sliced tender beef, quickly cooked to retain its soft texture and natural 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.
Self-Service CondimentsSelf-service condiments are a combination of seasonings that customers can mix and match themselves, typically including basic ingredients such as soy sauce, vinegar, chili oil, garlic paste, green onions, cilantro, and sesame paste. These are used to accompany hot pot, barbecue, cold dishes, or noodle dishes, allowing individuals to freely choose and blend according to their personal taste.
High-Calcium Lamb SlicesHigh-calcium lamb slices are made from fresh lamb, marinated and rolled. Rich in calcium, they're seasoned with salt, ginger, and scallions, then quickly blanched or涮 for a tender texture.
Duck IntestinesDuck intestine, made primarily from fresh duck intestines, is carefully cleaned and processed to maintain its tender texture. It can typically be paired with various seasonings and cooking methods such as stir-frying, boiling, or grilling, creating a variety of delicious dishes. Its unique texture and rich nutrition make duck intestine one of the ingredients beloved by many diners.