Old Village Chief • Chu Cuisine Signature Lotus Root Soup (Guanggu Tian Di Branch)
地方菜 · ⭐ 4.1
Shop No. 002, 1st Floor, Zone F1, Guanggu Tiandi, No. 481 Guanshan Avenue (next to Maxiangyuan)
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 Shop No. 002, 1st Floor, Zone F1, Guanggu Tiandi, No. 481 Guanshan Avenue (next to Maxiangyuan). It is a 地方菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Bamboo Shoots with Pork Strips, Spicy Cauliflower in 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: 4.1
- Address: Shop No. 002, 1st Floor, Zone F1, Guanggu Tiandi, No. 481 Guanshan Avenue (next to Maxiangyuan)
- Popular dishes: Bamboo Shoots with Pork Strips, Spicy Cauliflower in Hot Pot, Pork Rib and Lotus Root Soup, Stir-fried Beef with King Oyster Mushrooms, Squirrel Fish
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Dishes
Bamboo Shoots with Pork StripsA classic Chinese dish made with tender bamboo shoots and pork strips stir-fried in a savory sauce, offering a balanced flavor and satisfying texture.
Spicy Cauliflower in Hot PotDry Pot Cauliflower is a home-style dish primarily made with fresh cauliflower, pork belly, and dried chilies. The preparation typically involves stir-frying pork belly until slightly golden, then adding minced garlic and dried chilies to release aroma, followed by stir-frying the cauliflower until just cooked through. Finally, seasonings are added and the dish is stir-fried evenly.
Pork Rib and Lotus Root SoupA nourishing soup made with pork ribs and lotus root, slowly simmered to extract rich flavors and nutrients.
Stir-fried Beef with King Oyster MushroomsBeef stir-fried with king oyster mushrooms is a stir-fry dish primarily using beef and king oyster mushrooms as main ingredients. The beef is sliced and marinated with seasonings, while the king oyster mushrooms are sliced and set aside. Heat oil in a wok, first stir-fry the beef until it changes color, then remove it. Next, stir-fry the king oyster mushrooms until fragrant, then combine them with the beef and stir evenly. Season to taste and serve.
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.
Firewood Iron Pot ChickenA traditional Chinese dish made by slow-cooking chicken in an iron pot over firewood, resulting in tender meat and rich, smoky flavor.
Pickled Vegetable and Taro Noodles with Pork StripsA spicy and tangy dish made with pork strips, taro noodles, and pickled vegetables, stir-fried to perfection.
Braised Duck with Lotus RootA traditional Chinese dish featuring duck and lotus root braised slowly to create a rich, savory flavor.
Preserved Pork with Huangpi Bean ThreadsA traditional Hubei dish made by stir-frying preserved pork with Huangpi bean threads, known for its rich flavor and smooth texture.
Echeng Sticky Rice FishEcheng Sticky Rice Fish is a specialty dish from Echeng, Hubei, featuring fresh carp cooked with crispy sticky rice cakes that absorb the rich broth, creating a savory and satisfying flavor.
Sauce Spicy Beef Three DelicaciesA Sichuan-style dish made with beef, potato, and green pepper, stir-fried in a spicy sauce of fermented bean paste and chili.
Crispy Scallion Shrimp in Iron PotFresh shrimp stir-fried with abundant scallions in an iron pot, delivering a rich aroma and tender texture.