Xiao Mu Chu (Xin Yuan Li Store) - Chao Shan Beef Hot Pot
Hot pot · ⭐ 4.8
No. 18, Xin Yuan Street, Building 1, 1st Floor, Units 1–5
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Beijing, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 18, Xin Yuan Street, Building 1, 1st Floor, Units 1–5. It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Spoon Nuts, Spoon Handle, Tendon Meat.
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: Hot pot
- Rating: 4.8
- Address: No. 18, Xin Yuan Street, Building 1, 1st Floor, Units 1–5
- Popular dishes: Spoon Nuts, Spoon Handle, Tendon Meat, Hand-Hammered Beef Tendon Meatballs, Hand-Hammered Fresh Beef Balls
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Dishes
Spoon NutsTenderloin, taken from the inner layer of the beef shoulder tender, shaped like a key, hence its name. To prepare, slice the tenderloin thinly, marinate with simple seasonings, then quickly blanch in hot pot until it changes color. The meat is fresh and tender, melting in your mouth—ideal for hot pot dishes.
Spoon HandleThe shoulder blade is a cut of beef taken from the inner layer of the cow's shoulder tender. It is sliced thinly, resulting in tender and juicy meat with clear grain patterns. Typically used for hot pot or barbecue, it can be enjoyed with simple seasonings and is a favorite dish among meat lovers.
Tendon MeatAnglo is a dish made primarily from long strips of beef taken from the back of the cow, sliced thinly using precise knife skills, and then cooked with specially prepared seasonings. Its meat is tender and flavorful, making it a popular choice for hot pot or barbecue.
Hand-Hammered Beef Tendon MeatballsHand-hammered beef tendon meatballs made from beef tendons and pork, finely pounded by hand, seasoned, shaped into balls, and cooked by boiling or steaming.
Hand-Hammered Fresh Beef BallsHand-hammered fresh beef balls are made from fresh beef, which is manually pounded into a meat paste and then carefully shaped into meatballs. The制作 process preserves the original flavor of the beef, resulting in a tender and firm texture.
Shacha SauceShacha sauce is a seasoning made primarily from peanuts, sesame seeds, garlic, onions, and chili peppers. It has a light brown color and a paste-like consistency, offering a unique complex aroma from garlic, onions, and peanuts, as well as a savory umami flavor from dried shrimp and soy sauce, along with a subtle sweetness and mild spiciness.
Cantonese Fried Tofu SkinChao Shan fried tofu skin is made from fresh tofu skin, carefully selected and prepared. The tofu skin is cut into bite-sized pieces and deep-fried over medium heat until golden and crispy. The finished dish has an appealing color and rich texture, offering both the rich soy aroma and the satisfying crunch of frying.
Chao-Shan Naked NoodlesChao Shan裸条 is a traditional snack from Chaozhou, made with pork intestines as the main ingredient. After cleaning, the intestines are filled with a mixture of pork, starch, and seasonings, then steamed and sliced for eating. The process emphasizes careful handling of the intestine and precise seasoning for a chewy texture and unique flavor.
Cantonese WatercressChao Shan watercress is made primarily with fresh watercress, combined with适量 garlic paste and seasonings. First, wash the watercress thoroughly, then sauté the garlic until fragrant, add the watercress and stir-fry quickly. Finally, season with salt and monosodium glutamate, stir briefly, and it's ready to serve—preserving the fresh and tender texture of the watercress.
Beef Hot PotBeef hot pot features tender beef as the main ingredient, paired with various vegetables and tofu. The broth is spicy and aromatic, and ingredients are cooked one by one after boiling to preserve their original flavors. Dipping sauces can be added according to personal taste to enhance the flavor.
Beef Bone Clear Soup PotThe beef bone broth is made primarily from fresh beef bones, slowly simmered for a long time to create a clear and bright soup base filled with the rich aroma of marrow. Paired with various vegetables, meats, or soy products, it preserves the natural flavors of the ingredients while making the broth even more flavorful—perfect for warming up during winter.