Hou's Hot Pot (Taihua Branch)
Hot pot · ⭐ 4.3
Second Floor, Pacific Plaza, No. 278 Taihua Street
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Shijiazhuang, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Second Floor, Pacific Plaza, No. 278 Taihua Street. It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Wide Rice Noodles, Sauces Beef Meatballs, Yuci Lamb Shank.
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: Shijiazhuang
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 4.3
- Address: Second Floor, Pacific Plaza, No. 278 Taihua Street
- Popular dishes: Wide Rice Noodles, Sauces Beef Meatballs, Yuci Lamb Shank, Yuci Lamb, Beef Brisket
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Dishes
Wide Rice NoodlesWide rice noodles, a broad ribbon-shaped vermicelli made from sweet potato starch. Typically, the wide rice noodles are soaked in warm water to soften them before being stir-fried or added to soups with meats and vegetables. They have a smooth, tender texture that absorbs broth well, enhancing the overall flavor.
Sauces Beef MeatballsSau Yee Beef Balls is a traditional dish made primarily from beef, characterized by its hidden broth inside. During preparation, the beef is minced and seasoned, then wrapped around a specially prepared broth before being skillfully shaped into balls. After cooking, the beef balls have a tender texture, and biting into them releases a rich, savory broth, adding depth and complexity to the dish.
Yuci Lamb ShankA traditional dish made from lamb shank, marinated and slow-cooked to tender perfection, known for its rich flavor and aroma.
Yuci LambYuci Lamb is a traditional dish made from local lamb, slowly stewed with spices like ginger, garlic, and star anise, resulting in tender, flavorful meat.
Beef BrisketBeef brisket is a muscle from the cow's shoulder, with firm, elastic meat rich in connective tissue. Typically marinated and then grilled or stewed to preserve its tender texture and rich flavor.
Beef Power AscendingNiu Qi Chong Tian is a dish primarily made with beef, typically using beef shank or beef brisket cut into pieces and cooked together with vegetables such as onions and green peppers. The beef is first blanched to remove any odor, then simmered or stir-fried with seasonings and vegetables until the beef becomes tender and fully infused with flavor.
LettuceLettuce is a common vegetable known for its tender green leaves and crisp texture. It can be eaten raw as the main ingredient in salads or combined with various seasonings and sauces to enhance flavor. Additionally, lettuce is often used to wrap or decorate other foods, such as grilled meats and burgers.
Brown Sugar Glutinous Rice CakeRed sugar glutinous rice cakes are a traditional dessert made primarily from glutinous rice and brown sugar. First, the glutinous rice is steamed and then mashed into a paste to form the rice cakes. Next, brown sugar is dissolved in water and boiled into a syrup, which is poured over the rice cakes. Finally, toasted sesame seeds or crushed peanuts are sprinkled on top for added aroma.
Lamb SlicesLamb slices are made from selected lamb, sliced thinly and rolled into rolls. Typically served with hot pot cooking, the meat is tender and flavorful, making it an essential choice for hot pot meals.
Cilantro Lamb MeatballsA meatball made primarily from lamb, seasoned with chopped coriander, shaped by kneading and rolling into balls, then boiled or pan-fried.