Wen Zhaogong · Lotus Root Soup Impression (Houhu Store)
地方菜 · ⭐ 4.6
Room 101, Building 2, West Gate, Tazihu Xingyue City Phase I
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Wuhan, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Room 101, Building 2, West Gate, Tazihu Xingyue City Phase I. It is a 地方菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Dry-Fried Sesame Lotus Root Strips, Spicy Wild Mushroom Hot Pot, Pork Rib and Lotus Root Soup.
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: Wuhan
- Category: 地方菜
- Rating: 4.6
- Address: Room 101, Building 2, West Gate, Tazihu Xingyue City Phase I
- Popular dishes: Dry-Fried Sesame Lotus Root Strips, Spicy Wild Mushroom Hot Pot, Pork Rib and Lotus Root Soup, New-style Fish-flavored Shredded Pork, Reservoir Pot Fish Head Rice
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Dishes
Dry-Fried Sesame Lotus Root StripsA stir-fried dish made with lotus root strips and sesame seeds, known for its crispy texture and savory flavor.
Spicy Wild Mushroom Hot PotDry-braised wild mushrooms is a dish featuring various wild fungi like chanterelles, oyster mushrooms, and shiitake, stir-fried with cured pork or fatty pork. After cleaning, the mushrooms are sautéed with seasonings, chili, garlic, and ginger, then slowly stewed over low heat to retain their fresh aroma and crisp texture.
Pork Rib and Lotus Root SoupPork rib and lotus root soup is a traditional nourishing soup, made primarily with pork ribs and fresh lotus root pieces, carefully stewed to perfection. The broth is clear and bright, the pork ribs are tender and flavorful, and the lotus root pieces have a soft, slightly sticky texture. Overall, it offers a light taste with rich nutritional value.
New-style Fish-flavored Shredded PorkA modern take on the classic dish, featuring shredded pork stir-fried with vegetables in a tangy, sweet-and-sour fish sauce.
Reservoir Pot Fish Head RiceFresh fish head stewed with rice in a pot, creating a rich and savory dish where the rice absorbs the flavorful broth.
Stewed Crawfish in OilSteamed crayfish in oil is a dish made primarily with crayfish, cooked by high-heat frying or stir-frying, then simmered slowly with seasonings. Key ingredients include scallions, ginger, garlic, and chili; sometimes fermented broad bean paste or soy sauce is added for flavor. The finished dish has a bright red color and tender, flavorful shrimp meat.
Stir-Fried Spicy Prawns in OilFresh prawns stir-fried in oil with spices and aromatics, resulting in a rich, spicy flavor.
Wen's Clay Pot ChickenA savory dish featuring chicken and vegetables slow-cooked in a clay pot, delivering rich flavor and tender meat.
Tofu Pearl DumplingsA dish made of soft tofu mixed with pork and shaped into small balls, then boiled. The pearls are tender and flavorful, often served in broth or sauce.
Enshi Small Potato in Clay PotA hearty dish featuring small potatoes from Enshi, slow-cooked with腊肉 and vegetables in a clay pot for rich, savory flavor.
Clay Pot Softshell TurtleA dish featuring turtle as the main ingredient, prepared by cutting the turtle into pieces after slaughter, then stewing it slowly in a clay pot with ginger slices, green onions, and broth until the meat is tender and the soup rich.
Hot Pot with LambLamb hot pot features fresh lamb as the main ingredient, paired with vegetables, tofu, and mushrooms. Ingredients are boiled in a seasoned broth made from羊骨, ginger, and scallions, with some versions including chili and Sichuan peppercorns.