Shanxi Pai (Qiaodong Street Branch)
晋菜 · ⭐ 4.5
Qiaodong Street, South Guanfang Road, Zone G, No. 17
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Taiyuan, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Qiaodong Street, South Guanfang Road, Zone G, No. 17. It is a 晋菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Kyoto Meat Patty, Traditional Fried Pork with Vegetables, Tiqian Noodles.
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: Taiyuan
- Category: 晋菜
- Rating: 4.5
- Address: Qiaodong Street, South Guanfang Road, Zone G, No. 17
- Popular dishes: Kyoto Meat Patty, Traditional Fried Pork with Vegetables, Tiqian Noodles, Rock Noodle Salad, Special Stirred Pot Soup
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Dishes
Kyoto Meat PattyKyoto meat pies are made with pork as the main ingredient. The pork is minced, mixed with scallions, ginger, soy sauce, and cooking wine, then wrapped in a dough made from flour and water, shaped into patties, and cooked by frying or steaming.
Traditional Fried Pork with VegetablesTraditional fried pork slices are a Chinese dish made with pork tenderloin and vegetables like green peppers and carrots. The pork is marinated in egg white and starch, then deep-fried until golden, stir-fried with葱姜蒜, seasoned, and thickened with a cornstarch slurry.
Tiqian NoodlesTiqian noodles are a traditional handmade noodle dish made primarily from flour and water. The dough is rolled into long strips, cut into small pieces, and pressed into pointed shapes using the thumb on a board—hence the name. They are served cooked with various sauces or broths.
Rock Noodle SaladRock-style cold noodles made from potato starch, mixed with shredded cucumber, carrot, and bean sprouts, dressed with a savory sauce. Cooked noodles are rinsed in cold water for a smooth, elastic texture, then combined with fresh vegetables and seasoned with soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and chili oil.
Special Stirred Pot SoupA flavorful Chinese soup made by simmering pork, tofu, greens, and vermicelli in a special sauce for a rich, savory taste.
Special Lard PancakeA traditional pastry made with lard and flour, featuring a crispy exterior and soft interior. It's pan-fried until golden brown for a rich, savory flavor.
Special Scallion PancakeScallion pancake is made from flour, scallions, salt, and water. The dough is rolled thin, sprinkled with chopped scallions, brushed with oil, rolled up, flattened again, and pan-fried until golden brown on both sides. Crispy outside, soft inside, with rich onion aroma.
Sweet and Sour MeatballsSweet and sour meatballs is a dish primarily made with pork meatballs. The preparation involves frying the pork meatballs until golden and crispy, then cooking a sweet and sour sauce using sugar, vinegar, and ketchup, finally pouring the sauce over the meatballs.
Cashew ShrimpCashew shrimp is a dish featuring fresh shrimp and cashews. Shrimp is marinated and stir-fried, cashews are pre-fried until golden and crispy, then mixed together for a rich, crunchy texture.
Black Pepper Beef SteakBlack pepper beef steak is a dish primarily made with beef. The beef tenderloin is sliced into strips and marinated with black pepper, soy sauce, and other seasonings, then quickly stir-fried on a hot iron plate. Onions and green peppers are added and stir-fried together, resulting in tender and juicy beef with a rich black pepper aroma.
Chen Vinegar Sea BassA Chinese dish featuring fresh sea bass steamed or braised with aged vinegar, ginger, and scallions, resulting in a tender fish with a rich, tangy flavor.
Bawang EggplantA dish featuring fried eggplant stir-fried with a savory sauce, popular in Chinese cuisine.