Lao Ma Lu Spicy Hot Pot (Youfangqiao Branch)
Hot pot · ⭐ 4.4
No. 89, Lianchi Road; Unit 107, First Floor, Tianmai Plaza
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Nanjing, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 89, Lianchi Road; Unit 107, First Floor, Tianmai Plaza. It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Xiao Jun Gan, Sugarcane Glutinous Rice Cake, Pork Tetra.
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: Nanjing
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 4.4
- Address: No. 89, Lianchi Road; Unit 107, First Floor, Tianmai Plaza
- Popular dishes: Xiao Jun Gan, Sugarcane Glutinous Rice Cake, Pork Tetra, Sichuan Pepper Beef, Premium Beef Oil Three Fresh Double-Flavor Hot Pot
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Dishes
Xiao Jun GanXiao Jun Gan is a traditional dish made primarily from chicken gizzards or duck gizzards, carefully marinated and threaded onto bamboo skewers. It is cooked by grilling or frying until the outside turns golden and crispy while the inside remains tender and juicy. Finally, it can be sprinkled with seasonings to enhance its aroma.
Sugarcane Glutinous Rice CakeA traditional Chengdu snack made of glutinous rice cakes fried until crispy and coated in sweet brown sugar syrup, offering a soft, chewy texture with rich sweetness.
Pork Tetra掌中宝 is a refined Chinese dish primarily made from chicken cartilage. During preparation, the chicken cartilage is marinated to absorb flavor, then quickly stir-fried at high heat to achieve a crispy exterior and tender interior, resulting in a rich and layered texture.
Sichuan Pepper BeefSichuan-style pickled chili beef is a dish made primarily with beef, combined with辅料 such as pickled chili peppers, garlic, and ginger. The beef is sliced and marinated with seasonings, then stir-fried together with the pickled chilies to allow the beef to absorb the spicy and sour flavors. The result is tender, juicy meat with a rich and intense taste.
Premium Beef Oil Three Fresh Double-Flavor Hot PotA premium beef oil hot pot featuring a spicy and savory broth with fresh beef, fish balls, and shrimp paste, served in a dual-flavor pot.
Shrimp pasteShrimp paste is a dish primarily made from fresh shrimp. The preparation method mainly involves removing the shells from the shrimp, mashing them into shrimp paste, and then mixing in an appropriate amount of starch, egg white, and other seasonings until well combined. Through specific techniques, it forms a smooth and tender shrimp paste. During cooking, shrimp paste is commonly used as an ingredient in hot pot, soups, or stir-fries, offering a delicious taste and rich nutrition.
Warrior BeefBàowáng beef is a dish featuring beef as the main ingredient, typically using beef shank or brisket. After marinating, it's slow-cooked or braised until tender and flavorful. Common seasonings include scallions, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and cooking wine; some recipes add doubanjiang or chili for extra flavor.
Cilantro BeefCilantro beef is a dish primarily made with tender beef and fresh cilantro. To prepare it, first slice the beef thinly and marinate it with seasonings to infuse flavor. Next, quickly stir-fry the beef in hot oil until it changes color, then add cilantro pieces and gently stir until evenly mixed.
Duck TongueDuck tongue is a dish made from duck tongues, carefully prepared through various cooking methods. Typically, the duck tongues are first cleaned thoroughly and then marinated to absorb flavors. During cooking, they can be grilled, braised, or stir-fried, resulting in a crispy exterior and a tender, juicy interior.