Xiao Cuihua Explosion Fish (Main Store)
Hot pot · ⭐ 4.4
150 meters west along Shuncheng South Road West Section from the intersection with Sifu Street, north side of the road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Xi'an, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at 150 meters west along Shuncheng South Road West Section from the intersection with Sifu Street, north side of the 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: Wujibao Dumplings, Black Chicken Dumplings, Braised Dish Platter.
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: Xi'an
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 4.4
- Address: 150 meters west along Shuncheng South Road West Section from the intersection with Sifu Street, north side of the road
- Popular dishes: Wujibao Dumplings, Black Chicken Dumplings, Braised Dish Platter, Sichuan Golden Needle Mushrooms, Beef with Milk Flavor
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Dishes
Wujibao DumplingsWujibao dumplings are filled with black-boned chicken and vegetables, wrapped in thin dough and served in clear broth or spicy oil.
Black Chicken DumplingsBlack chicken dumplings feature a savory filling made from black chicken, pork, and herbs, wrapped in delicate dough and boiled to perfection.
Braised Dish PlatterA mixed braised dish composed of various braised ingredients, including braised tofu, braised eggs, and braised pork ears. Each ingredient is carefully selected and prepared before being slowly simmered in a specially crafted braising sauce until fully infused with flavor. Finally, the braised ingredients are sliced and arranged on a plate to create a colorful and diverse platter.
Sichuan Golden Needle MushroomsA Sichuan dish made with golden needle mushrooms stir-fried in a spicy and numbing sauce, featuring garlic, chili, and doubanjiang.
Beef with Milk FlavorBeef rolls with milk flavor, cooked with milk or cream and seasoned with scallions, ginger, and garlic for a tender, creamy taste. A touch of starch thickens the sauce.
Japanese PlatterA Japanese platter featuring sashimi, sushi, pickled vegetables, and miso soup, showcasing fresh ingredients and elegant presentation.
江团Jiangtuan is a dish primarily made with Jiangtuan fish. Typically, the fish is cleaned and marinated with ingredients such as ginger slices and green onion segments, then steamed or braised. The preparation emphasizes maintaining the tender texture of the fish meat, often seasoned with适量 soy sauce, cooking wine, and a small amount of sugar.
Beaten Lemon TeaFresh lemon slices and black or green tea are blended with ice, syrup or honey. Lemon slices and tea are lightly pounded with a mallet to blend juice and aroma, then mixed with syrup and ice before serving.
Spicy麻锅底A spicy broth made by stir-frying Sichuan peppercorns, dried chilies, and fermented bean paste, commonly used in hot pot or spicy noodles.
Spicy Fried FishA Sichuan dish made by quickly stir-frying fresh fish with chili and Sichuan pepper, resulting in a spicy and numbing flavor.
Crispy Fried Pork StripsCrispy fried pork strips is a dish made primarily from pork, marinated and then coated with a batter before deep-frying. A proper amount of baking powder is added to the batter to make the outer layer crispy while keeping the inner meat tender and juicy.
Homemade Tofu PuddingHomemade tofu pudding is made primarily from yellow beans, processed through soaking, grinding, boiling the pulp, and coagulating with brine. The tofu pudding has a delicate, smooth texture and can be enjoyed with various seasonings and accompaniments, making it a traditional Chinese soy-based delicacy.
Suancai JiaoziA Sichuan-style dish featuring dumplings filled with pork and fermented cabbage, stir-fried or simmered for a tangy, spicy flavor.