Zhongdingxin Hot Pot Fish
Hot pot · ⭐ 4.0
Beside the East Gate, Zhongmen Huayuan Community
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Beijing, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Beside the East Gate, Zhongmen Huayuan Community. It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Signature Corn Tortilla, Oil-soaked tofu skin, Kimchi.
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: Beijing
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 4.0
- Address: Beside the East Gate, Zhongmen Huayuan Community
- Popular dishes: Signature Corn Tortilla, Oil-soaked tofu skin, Kimchi, Fried Oil香, Fried Cilantro Meatballs
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Dishes
Signature Corn TortillaSignature corn tortillas made from cornmeal, water, and a pinch of salt. The cornmeal is mixed with water to form a batter, then cooked on a flat pan until golden and crispy on both sides. Enjoy with sauce or plain.
Oil-soaked tofu skinOil tofu skin is a traditional soy product dish made from fresh yellow beans, carefully processed through multiple steps including soaking, grinding, boiling the slurry, and forming a film. The finished product has a golden color, thin texture, smooth and tender taste, and good elasticity. It can be cooked with various seasonings and side dishes, suitable for stir-frying, boiling, or cold mixing, making it an excellent choice among vegetarian dishes.
KimchiKimchi is a traditional food made primarily from vegetables that undergo pickling and fermentation. Main ingredients include cabbage and radish, which are seasoned with salt, chili powder, garlic, ginger, and other spices, then placed in sealed containers to naturally ferment, resulting in a unique sweet and sour flavor.
Fried Oil香Zha Youxiang is a traditional snack made primarily from flour, mixed with water and yeast, then fermented to form small round cakes. These are deep-fried until golden and crispy, filling the air with a rich aroma.
Fried Cilantro MeatballsFried cilantro meatballs are made with cilantro as the main ingredient, combined with pork or vegetarian filling, shaped into balls, and deep-fried until golden and crispy. The dish is crunchy on the outside and tender inside with rich aroma.
Stone Pot FishStone pot fish features fresh fish as the main ingredient, paired with various vegetables and seasonings. During cooking, fish pieces are marinated to absorb flavor, then placed into a preheated stone pot with broth and ingredients, slowly stewed until the fish meat is tender and juicy, with a rich and flavorful broth.
Scallion Oil FlatbreadScallion oil cake is made primarily from flour, with ingredients such as scallions and lard. To prepare it, mix flour with water to form a dough, let it rest and rise, then roll it into a thin sheet. Spread lard and chopped scallions on the surface, roll it into a cylindrical shape, flatten it, and finally pan-fry or bake until golden and crispy.
Bean sproutsBean sprouts are vegetables grown from sprouted legume seeds, commonly including mung bean sprouts and soybean sprouts. Typically, they are cleaned and then cooked by stir-frying, boiling, or making cold dishes. They have a crisp texture and are a common ingredient in home-cooked meals.
Crispy Fried ChickenFragrant crispy chicken is made with chicken as the main ingredient, marinated and then deep-fried until golden and crunchy. The chicken must first be marinated with seasonings to absorb flavor, then fried at high temperature until the skin becomes crispy while the meat remains tender and juicy.
Bone SoupBone broth is made by slow-cooking animal bones like pork, beef, or chicken in water for several hours to extract marrow and gelatin. Add ginger slices and scallions to reduce odor and enhance aroma; some recipes include carrots or corn for added flavor.
CatfishCatfish dishes use catfish as the main ingredient, beloved for its tender flesh and lack of small bones. Common cooking methods include steaming, braising, or stewing to preserve the fish's freshness. Seasonings such as green onions, ginger, and garlic can be added during cooking for enhanced flavor, allowing for a simple yet delicious dish.
SturgeonSturgeon is a large freshwater fish commonly used for steaming, braising, or stewing. Main ingredient is fresh sturgeon, seasoned with ginger slices and scallions, cooked by steaming or stewing to retain its tender texture.