Zha Jia Northeast Grain House (Xiaobian Branch)
Northeastern Chinese cuisine · ⭐ 4.0
No. 196, Xiaobian Street
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Dongguan, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 196, Xiaobian Street. It is a Northeastern Chinese cuisine place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Northeastern Mushroom Braised Pork, Beijing-style Shredded Pork in Soy Sauce, Scallion Pork Dumplings.
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: Dongguan
- Category: Northeastern Chinese cuisine
- Rating: 4.0
- Address: No. 196, Xiaobian Street
- Popular dishes: Northeastern Mushroom Braised Pork, Beijing-style Shredded Pork in Soy Sauce, Scallion Pork Dumplings, Squirrel Fish, Chinese cabbage and pork dumplings
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Dishes
Northeastern Mushroom Braised PorkA traditional Northeast Chinese dish featuring braised pork belly and fresh mushrooms, slow-cooked and steamed in a bowl for rich flavor.
Beijing-style Shredded Pork in Soy SauceBeijing-style shredded pork in sweet soy sauce is a traditional Beijing dish made primarily from pork tenderloin, seasoned with sweet bean sauce, scallions, ginger, and other seasonings. The pork is sliced into thin strips, marinated, then stir-fried with the seasonings to create a dish with a glossy red color and rich, aromatic sauce.
Scallion Pork DumplingsGreen onion and pork dumplings, filled with fresh pork and fragrant green onions, handcrafted for a delicate taste. The dumpling wrappers are thin yet generously filled, offering a delicious flavor and rich broth. To prepare, mince the pork, chop the green onions finely, mix with seasonings to form the filling, then wrap into dumpling skins and boil until cooked through.
Squirrel FishSquirrel Fish is made primarily from mandarin fish, named for its bright red color and shape resembling a squirrel after cooking. The mandarin fish is deboned, scored with diagonal cuts, marinated, then deep-fried until golden and crispy. Finally, a rich sauce made by stir-frying tomato paste, sugar, and vinegar is poured over it, creating a vibrant color and a squirrel-like appearance.
Chinese cabbage and pork dumplingsChinese cabbage and pork dumplings are made with fresh Chinese cabbage and pork as the main ingredients, combined with traditional dumpling wrappers. The cabbage is finely chopped and mixed with the pork filling, then seasoned with appropriate seasonings and thoroughly blended before being wrapped into neatly shaped dumplings. They can be cooked by boiling or steaming until fully cooked.
Sesame Sauce Northeast NoodlesA cold noodle dish from Northeast China made with mung bean starch noodles, dressed in sesame sauce and mixed with vegetables like cucumber and carrot for a refreshing, savory flavor.
Sombrero PancakeA straw hat pancake is a flatbread made primarily from flour, seasoned with eggs, green onions, and a pinch of salt, then pan-fried into a golden round shape resembling a straw hat.
Red Bean CakeRed bean cake is a traditional Chinese pastry with red bean paste as the filling, wrapped in a soft dough. To make it, the red bean paste is enclosed in dough, rolled into a round shape, and then pan-fried or lightly deep-fried until both sides turn golden brown. The finished product has a crispy outer layer and a sweet yet not overly rich filling, making it widely beloved.
Sour Cabbage FishSuancai Yu is a dish primarily made with fish meat and pickled cabbage. The fish is sliced and paired with marinated pickled cabbage, along with seasonings such as ginger slices and garlic paste. After cooking, the fish becomes tender, the pickled cabbage offers a tangy aroma, and the broth becomes rich and flavorful.
Sweet and Sour PorkGuobaorou is a traditional dish made primarily from pork tenderloin. The meat is sliced and marinated, then deep-fried in hot oil until golden and crispy. It is then stir-fried with a sweet and sour sauce made from sugar and vinegar, ensuring each piece of meat is evenly coated with the sauce.