Chuan Xiang Yuan Home-style Cuisine (Houhu 2nd Road Branch)
Home-style Chinese cuisine · ⭐ 3.5
No. 67-28 Houhu 2nd Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Wuhan, Dragon Mate users do not strongly recommend this restaurant. If you enjoy exploring, you can still try it and see what you find. This restaurant is located at No. 67-28 Houhu 2nd Road. It is a Home-style Chinese cuisine place, and the flavors are homestyle (mainly savory). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Chopped Chili Fish Head, Pan-fried Crucian Carp, Dry-Fried Lotus Root Strips.
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: Home-style Chinese cuisine
- Rating: 3.5
- Address: No. 67-28 Houhu 2nd Road
- Popular dishes: Chopped Chili Fish Head, Pan-fried Crucian Carp, Dry-Fried Lotus Root Strips, Wuchang Fish, Eggplant and Green Beans Stir-fry
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Dishes
Chopped Chili Fish HeadSteamed fish head with chopped chili is a dish made by steaming a fish head with chopped chili, scallions, ginger, garlic, and other seasonings. To prepare, clean the fish head, layer it with chopped chili and other seasonings, then steam until fully cooked.
Pan-fried Crucian CarpPan-fried crucian carp with a savory, crispy skin and tender flesh, seasoned with soy sauce and aromatics.
Dry-Fried Lotus Root StripsDry-fried lotus root threads is a dish primarily made with lotus root as the main ingredient. The lotus root is sliced into thin strands and stir-fried until the surface turns golden and crispy, while the inside retains the original texture of the lotus root. During cooking,适量 of chili and spices can be added to enhance the flavor.
Wuchang FishWuchang fish is a dish primarily made with Wuchang fish. Fresh Wuchang fish is typically selected, cleaned thoroughly, and diagonal cuts are made on both sides of the fish body. It is then marinated with ginger slices and scallions to remove any fishy odor. The fish is steamed in a steamer until fully cooked, then topped with a sauce made from soy sauce, cooking wine, sugar, and vinegar. Finally, it is garnished with sliced scallions and ginger, and hot oil is poured over to enhance the aroma.
Eggplant and Green Beans Stir-fryGreen beans and eggplant is a home-style dish made primarily with green beans and eggplant. To prepare, cut the green beans and eggplant into segments, stir-fry until just cooked through, then add seasonings and continue stir-frying until the flavors are well absorbed.
Pan-fried Smelly CatfishPan-fried stinky mandarin fish is a dish primarily made with mandarin fish. After marinating, the fish develops a unique flavor. During cooking, the fish is pan-fried until both sides are golden brown, with a crispy skin and tender flesh. When served with appropriate seasonings, it offers a distinctive and memorable taste.
Spicy ShrimpSpicy shrimp is a dish made primarily with fresh shrimp, stir-fried with spices such as chili peppers and Sichuan peppercorns. The shrimp meat is tender and succulent, paired with aromatic spicy seasonings that create an enticing color and fragrance.
Fish Head Dumpling Hot PotA hot pot dish featuring fish head and meatballs, simmered in a rich broth with vegetables and tofu for a savory, satisfying meal.
Fish-Flavored Shredded PorkFish-Flavored Shredded Pork is a classic Chinese dish made with pork strips as the main ingredient, combined with vegetables such as wood ear mushrooms, carrots, and green peppers. The ingredients are first sliced into thin strips, then stir-fried, and finally tossed with a specially prepared fish-flavored sauce that gives it a distinctive aroma reminiscent of fish—though it contains no actual fish ingredients.
Spicy TofuSpicy tofu is a dish made primarily from soft tofu, seasoned with fermented broad bean paste, chili peppers, Sichuan peppercorns, and other spices. The tofu is cut into cubes, blanched, then stewed together with the sautéed seasonings to allow the tofu to absorb the spicy and numbing flavors.