Xigu
特色菜 · ⭐ 4.2
No. 139, Datang Road, Cixi City
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Ningbo, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 139, Datang Road, Cixi City. It is a 特色菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Scallion Chicken Skewers, Crispy Outside, Tender Inside, Home-style Crab Bone Sauce.
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: Ningbo
- Category: 特色菜
- Rating: 4.2
- Address: No. 139, Datang Road, Cixi City
- Popular dishes: Scallion Chicken Skewers, Crispy Outside, Tender Inside, Home-style Crab Bone Sauce, Slow-Cooked Beef, Menthol Cod Roe Zucchini
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Dishes
Scallion Chicken SkewersBeijing green onion chicken skewers are made with chicken breast as the main ingredient, combined with Beijing green onions, marinated and then threaded onto bamboo skewers. Slowly grilled over charcoal until the chicken is fully cooked, the green onions are softened, and the surface is slightly charred, releasing an enticing aroma.
Crispy Outside, Tender InsideA popular dish featuring crispy fried meat with a tender interior, often made with pork or chicken and seasoned for rich flavor.
Home-style Crab Bone SauceMade primarily from crab bones, simmered to extract rich essence, then stir-fried with scallions, ginger, garlic, and doubanjiang. Rich in flavor, savory with a hint of spiciness and distinct crab aroma.
Slow-Cooked BeefStewed beef with gentle heat is a dish made from select tender beef, cooked slowly over low heat. The beef, simmered for a long time at low temperature, retains its tenderness and original flavor while fully absorbing the aroma of the seasonings, resulting in a rich and flavorful taste.
Menthol Cod Roe Zucchini明太子西葫芦是一道以新鲜西葫芦和明太子为主要食材的菜品。制作方法简单，首先将西葫芦切片，然后涂抹上明太子，最后烤制至金黄香脆。- Fried Fish in Sweet and Sour SauceA classic Chinese dish made with fried fish glazed in a sweet and sour sauce, known for its crispy texture and balanced flavor.
Bamboo Shoots Stir-Fried with Purple PerillaA dish featuring fresh snails stir-fried with purple perilla leaves, offering a savory and aromatic taste.
Scallion Oil EdamameA dish of fresh edamame stir-fried with scallions and sesame oil, offering a savory and aromatic flavor.
Honey Cheese Rice CakeA sweet and creamy dessert made with chewy rice cakes, honey glaze, and melted cheese, often grilled or baked for a rich texture.
Crab Bone SauceA rich sauce made from crab bones, known for its deep umami flavor and used in various dishes.
Korean Spicy Tofu StewA Korean-style stew made with soft tofu, gochujang, vegetables, and meat, offering a rich, spicy-sweet flavor.
Foie Gras Hand RollFoie gras hand roll is a dish made primarily with fresh foie gras, gently marinated and shaped by hand into small balls, then combined with rice or sushi rice. The foie gras is typically prepared using low-temperature slow cooking or light pan-frying to preserve its delicate texture, creating a unique flavor combination when paired with rice.
Foie Gras RiceFoie gras rice dish served over rice, featuring pan-seared foie gras slices seasoned and cooked to a crispy exterior with a tender interior, often mixed with or served alongside rice. Some recipes include onions, red wine, or broth for added flavor.