Yiwei Dian Spicy Hot Pot (Tongnan Branch)
Hot pot · ⭐ 3.7
No. 181 Dongfeng Avenue
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Chongqing, 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. 181 Dongfeng Avenue. It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Sichuan Skewers, Pumpkin Pancake, Dried Gongcai.
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: Chongqing
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 3.7
- Address: No. 181 Dongfeng Avenue
- Popular dishes: Sichuan Skewers, Pumpkin Pancake, Dried Gongcai, Tripe, Sea lettuce
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Dishes
Sichuan SkewersSichuan skewers are a dish where various ingredients are threaded onto bamboo skewers and cooked in a spicy and numbing broth. Main ingredients include beef, lamb, chicken, tofu, vegetables, and mushrooms, chosen according to personal preference. To prepare, cut the ingredients into pieces, thread them onto skewers, then boil them in a spicy and numbing broth. Dipping sauce can be added when eating.
Pumpkin PancakePumpkin cake is a traditional snack made primarily with pumpkin as the main ingredient. The preparation typically involves steaming the pumpkin until soft, mashing it into a puree, mixing it with glutinous rice flour and other ingredients, then shaping it into small round cakes. Finally, it can be either fried or steamed to complete the dish.
Dried GongcaiDry贡菜 is a traditional dish primarily made with贡菜. To prepare it, first wash and dry the贡菜, then cut it into bite-sized pieces. Next, use a unique drying process to remove excess moisture from the贡菜 while preserving its crisp and tender texture. Finally, it can be mixed with seasonings for direct consumption or used as a side dish in cooking, delivering a distinctive taste and flavor.
TripeTripe, primarily made from the rumen of cattle, is finely processed to achieve a tender texture. It is typically sliced and served with spicy hot pot or cold dressing, offering a crisp and refreshing taste—making it a popular choice in hot pot dishes.
Sea lettuceSea lettuce sprout is a dish primarily made with sea lettuce sprouts. Fresh or rehydrated sea lettuce sprouts are typically cleaned, blanched, and then stir-fried with other ingredients such as minced garlic and chili peppers, or served cold in a dressing. The preparation method is simple and emphasizes preserving the crisp and tender texture of the sea lettuce sprouts.
Spicy Soup BaseSpicy broth base made with beef tallow, chili, Sichuan peppercorns, and doubanjiang, simmered with stock. Common ingredients include garlic, ginger, scallions, star anise, and cinnamon to enhance flavor.
Classic Bamboo SkewerClassic bamboo skewer is a traditional snack made by threading various ingredients such as meat, vegetables, and soy products onto bamboo sticks and then grilling or frying them. It is characterized by its rich ingredients and diverse texture.
Glutinous Rice Balls in Fermented Rice SoupGlutinous rice balls in sweet fermented rice wine soup are a traditional dessert made primarily from glutinous rice flour dumplings cooked with sweet rice wine (also known as fermented glutinous rice). The dumplings are typically round, with a soft and chewy outer skin, and fillings can include sesame or red bean paste. To prepare, boil the dumplings in water until they float to the surface, then add sweet rice wine and an appropriate amount of sugar for flavoring. Stir well and serve immediately.
Enoki MushroomEnoki mushrooms, using fresh enoki mushrooms as the main ingredient, are typically stir-fried or steamed with seasonings such as garlic and chili, preserving their tender texture and nutritional value—a quick and popular home-cooked dish.
Duck IntestinesDuck intestine, made primarily from fresh duck intestines, is carefully cleaned and processed to maintain its tender texture. It can typically be paired with various seasonings and cooking methods such as stir-frying, boiling, or grilling, creating a variety of delicious dishes. Its unique texture and rich nutrition make duck intestine one of the ingredients beloved by many diners.
Yin-Yang Hot Pot Base鸳鸯锅底 is a classic choice for hot pot, consisting of two different flavored broths—typically one spicy and numbing, and the other mild. The spicy broth is made by simmering chili peppers, Sichuan peppercorns, and other spices, resulting in a rich, stimulating flavor that awakens the appetite. The mild broth is based on clear soup or bone broth, offering a refreshing taste ideal for cooking a variety of ingredients.