Xicai Cai Chongqing Old Hot Pot
Hot pot · ⭐ 4.3
Shop C-2-23, Block 2, Handu Xinyuan Commercial Project, No. 389 Zhuhong Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Xi'an, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Shop C-2-23, Block 2, Handu Xinyuan Commercial Project, No. 389 Zhuhong Road. It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: 8-Second Potato Shreds, Ice Tangyuan, Cold Pot Duck Blood.
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: Xi'an
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 4.3
- Address: Shop C-2-23, Block 2, Handu Xinyuan Commercial Project, No. 389 Zhuhong Road
- Popular dishes: 8-Second Potato Shreds, Ice Tangyuan, Cold Pot Duck Blood, Original Cut Wagyu Beef, Original Flavor Black Fish Slices
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Dishes
8-Second Potato ShredsEight-second shredded potatoes is a dish primarily made with fresh potatoes. After washing, the potatoes are sliced into thin strips and quickly stir-fried in hot oil for about eight seconds, preserving the original flavor and crisp-tender texture of the potato.
Ice TangyuanA traditional Chinese dessert made of glutinous rice balls filled with sweet bean paste or sesame, served chilled in ice water for a refreshing texture.
Cold Pot Duck BloodCold pot duck blood is a dish made primarily with duck blood, sliced and stir-fried in a cold pan with scallions, ginger, garlic, and doubanjiang to absorb the flavors while maintaining its tender texture without high heat.
Original Cut Wagyu BeefPrime ribeye steak is cut directly from fresh beef (such as tenderloin or sirloin), preserving its natural texture and tenderness. Usually marinated briefly and cooked by grilling, pan-frying, or boiling to maintain juiciness and tenderness.
Original Flavor Black Fish SlicesFresh black fish slices steamed with minimal seasoning, highlighting the natural flavor of the fish.
Sichuan Bean SproutsA Sichuan dish made with mung bean sprouts stir-fried with garlic, chili, and Sichuan peppercorns, offering a crisp texture and spicy numbing flavor.
Butcher's TripeOffal tripe is a dish made primarily with fresh beef tripe. The tripe is carefully processed to maintain its tender texture and is quickly stir-fried with a specially prepared chili sauce and spices, resulting in a unique and aromatic flavor.
Homemade Old Meat SlicesHandcrafted old meat slices are made from pork tenderloin, sliced thin and marinated with starch and egg white, then deep-fried until golden. Stir-fried with green and red peppers, the dish emphasizes precise heat control for a tender texture and fresh vegetable balance.
Bubble TofuBubble Tofu is a dish made primarily from fried tofu cubes that puff up when deep-fried, then stir-fried with green and red peppers and seasoned to perfection.
Braised Chicken FeetBraised chicken feet is a dish primarily made with chicken feet, which are first blanched and then slowly stewed or steamed with seasonings until tender and flavorful. Common spices such as star anise, cassia bark, and bay leaves are used for seasoning, and some recipes include soy sauce and rock sugar to enhance color and taste.
Mustard greensGongcai, also known as Tai Gan, is a dried vegetable made from the fleshy stems of lettuce-family plants through processes such as sun-drying and pickling. It has a bright green color and a crisp texture. To prepare, soak it in water first, then mix with seasonings.
Chongqing Dried Flower VegetableA Sichuan-style dish made with dried vegetable flowers, pork, chili, and garlic, offering a savory and slightly spicy flavor.
Bamboo Shoot FirecrackerFirecracker Bamboo Shoots is a dish made primarily from fresh, tender bamboo shoots, combined with minced pork, scallions, ginger, and garlic. The bamboo shoots are cut into segments, blanched to remove bitterness, then stir-fried with the minced pork. Seasonings are added and the mixture is simmered until fully flavored, then reduced to a glossy finish. The finished dish has a clear, bright color and a crisp, tender texture.
Fresh-cut Wagyu StripFreshly sliced sirloin is a dish made primarily from fresh beef from the sirloin cut. The sirloin portion has tender meat with clear muscle fibers. During preparation, the sirloin is sliced thinly and marinated briefly with a specially prepared seasoning. It is then cooked quickly by stir-frying or in hot pot style, preserving the natural flavor of the meat.
Fresh Cut Beef Top BladeFresh-cut beef top blade is a dish made from a select portion of the beef top blade, carefully sliced to preserve its tender texture. During preparation, the beef top blade is cut into thin slices and can be paired with various seasonings or simply cooked to highlight the natural flavor of the meat.
Golden Enoki MushroomGolden enoki mushroom is a stir-fried dish made with fresh enoki mushrooms, garlic, and scallions, seasoned with soy sauce and a touch of sugar for a savory flavor.