Zhou's Skewers (Houjia Garden Store)
Hot pot · ⭐ 3.7
Beside Southwest Gate, Houjia Garden, Zone B
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Chengdu, 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 Beside Southwest Gate, Houjia Garden, Zone B. It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Winter Melon, Potato Slices, Tianwei Sausage.
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: Chengdu
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 3.7
- Address: Beside Southwest Gate, Houjia Garden, Zone B
- Popular dishes: Winter Melon, Potato Slices, Tianwei Sausage, Seasoning Mix, Hot Pot Noodles
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Dishes
Winter MelonWinter melon is a refreshing vegetable dish with winter melon as the main ingredient. To prepare it, peel and cut the winter melon into pieces, which can be stewed with meat or seafood, stir-fried, or made into a soup. During cooking, the original flavor of the winter melon is preserved, showcasing its unique sweetness and tenderness.
Potato SlicesPotato slices are a simple home-style dish, with potatoes as the main ingredient. The method involves washing and peeling the potatoes, slicing them thinly, and then cooking them by stir-frying, frying, or baking. During cooking, garlic slices and chili peppers are often added to enhance flavor, and salt is used for seasoning at the end.
Tianwei SausageTianwei Sausage is a traditional Chinese cured meat made from pork seasoned with spices, stuffed into casings and air-dried or smoked. It has a rich, savory flavor and is commonly steamed or stir-fried.
Seasoning MixXiaoliao is a flavorful condiment made by finely mixing various spices and seasonings, primarily including minced garlic, minced ginger, chopped chili, and Sichuan pepper powder. It is prepared through simple stir-frying or marinating to enhance the depth and taste of dishes.
Hot Pot NoodlesHot pot rice noodles are made primarily from rice noodles, softened with hot water and cooked in a hot pot. Common ingredients include beef, pork, vegetables, bean sprouts, and tofu, simmered in a special hot pot base or clear broth.
Bamboo ShootsBamboo shoot tips are made by cutting the tender tips of bamboo shoots into segments and blanching or stir-frying them in water. The main ingredient is bamboo shoot tips, which can be stir-fried with辅料 such as minced garlic and chili to maintain their crisp and tender texture.
Lotus Root SlicesLotus root slices are made from fresh lotus roots, washed and sliced, then combined with seasonings such as garlic and chili peppers, and cooked by stir-frying or served cold. The dish showcases the natural white color of the lotus root slices, offering a crisp and tender texture—making it a refreshing home-style delicacy.
Dipping SauceA蘸碟 (dipping sauce) is a condiment made primarily from spices, seasonings, and edible oil, commonly served with main dishes such as hot pot or grilled meat. Its preparation is simple: mix minced garlic, chili, cilantro, and other spices with seasonings like soy sauce and vinegar, then add hot oil to enhance the aroma.
Cilantro BeefCilantro beef is a dish primarily made with tender beef and fresh cilantro. To prepare it, first slice the beef thinly and marinate it with seasonings to infuse flavor. Next, quickly stir-fry the beef in hot oil until it changes color, then add cilantro pieces and gently stir until evenly mixed.
KonjacKonjac is a food made from the corm of the konjac plant, processed into a gel-like texture with a smooth and refreshing mouthfeel. The main ingredients are konjac powder and water, and an alkaline substance is added during processing to solidify the konjac. It can be sliced, shredded, or used whole, and is commonly used in cold dishes, stir-fries, or soups.
Spicy BeefSpicy beef is a dish made primarily from beef, seasoned with various spices and chili peppers. First, the beef is sliced and marinated, then quickly stir-fried at high heat to achieve a crispy exterior and tender interior, while fully absorbing the flavors of the spicy seasoning.