Yan Jiu's Spicy Pig Trotters (Pingyang Road Branch)
Hot pot · ⭐ 4.3
Shop No. 1007, 1st Floor, Spring Times Plaza, No. 82 Pingyang Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Taiyuan, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Shop No. 1007, 1st Floor, Spring Times Plaza, No. 82 Pingyang Road. It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Fresh Green Grape Delight, Fried Small Fish with Peanuts, Cucumber Salad.
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: Taiyuan
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 4.3
- Address: Shop No. 1007, 1st Floor, Spring Times Plaza, No. 82 Pingyang Road
- Popular dishes: Fresh Green Grape Delight, Fried Small Fish with Peanuts, Cucumber Salad, Pork Rib Pot, Century Egg Tofu
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Dishes
Fresh Green Grape DelightA refreshing dessert made with fresh green grapes, mint, and lemon, blended into a sweet-tart drink served chilled.
Fried Small Fish with PeanutsSmall fish with peanuts is a dish primarily made from small fish and peanuts. The small fish are usually dried and marinated, while the peanuts need to be pre-roasted or fried until crispy. To prepare, stir-fry the small fish and peanuts together, adding seasonings such as salt, soy sauce, and chili as needed, then mix well. This dish offers a rich taste—savory small fish and crunchy peanuts.
Cucumber SaladCucumber salad is a simple cold dish with fresh cucumber as the main ingredient. After washing and lightly pounding the cucumber, add garlic, cilantro, and other seasonings, then drizzle with soy sauce, vinegar, and sesame oil. Mix well and serve.
Pork Rib PotPork rib pot is made with selected pork ribs as the main ingredient, paired with various seasonal vegetables such as corn, carrots, and potatoes, and carefully stewed. The pork ribs are tender and juicy, the broth is rich and flavorful, and the vegetables add a sweet crunch, making it a nutritious dish.
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.
Pig's Trotter and Chicken Claw PotA hearty stew made with pork trotters and chicken claws, slow-cooked in a spicy sauce of chili, Sichuan peppercorns, and fermented bean paste.
Spicy and Numbing FlavorA spicy and numbing flavor derived from Sichuan peppercorns and chili peppers, commonly used in Chinese cuisine for its intense heat and tingling sensation.
Spicy Pig Trotter Hot PotSpicy pig trotter pot made with pig trotters, chili, Sichuan pepper, ginger, garlic, and fermented bean paste, slowly stewed for tender meat and rich broth.
Heartbroken EggA classic Chinese home-style dish made with eggs stir-fried in a savory sauce, known for its rich flavor and tender texture.