Da Bao Spicy Hot Pot (Houzaimen Entrepreneurial Street Branch)
小吃快餐 · ⭐ 3.6
No. 20-2, Houzaimen West Village
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Nanjing, 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. 20-2, Houzaimen West Village. It is a 小吃快餐 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Udon Noodles, Mock Crab Meat, Winter Melon.
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: Nanjing
- Category: 小吃快餐
- Rating: 3.6
- Address: No. 20-2, Houzaimen West Village
- Popular dishes: Udon Noodles, Mock Crab Meat, Winter Melon, Cabbage, Wood Ear Mushroom
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Dishes
Udon NoodlesUdon is a Japanese noodle made from wheat flour, characterized by its thick strands and smooth, tender texture. The basic preparation involves rolling out the dough into a flat sheet, cutting it into strips, and then boiling it. Udon is commonly served with various broths and toppings such as sauce, vegetables, or meat, creating different flavorful dishes.
Mock Crab MeatA vegetarian dish made from tofu or konjac, seasoned and shaped to mimic the texture and flavor of crab meat, often served in banquets or vegan meals.
Winter MelonWinter melon is a refreshing vegetable dish with winter melon as the main ingredient. To prepare it, peel and cut the winter melon into pieces, which can be stewed with meat or seafood, stir-fried, or made into a soup. During cooking, the original flavor of the winter melon is preserved, showcasing its unique sweetness and tenderness.
CabbageCabbage is a common leafy vegetable made of tightly packed layers. It's usually sliced or shredded after washing and can be stir-fried, boiled, stewed, or served cold. Common dishes include stir-frying with meat, garlic, and chili, or using it in soups and pickles.
Wood Ear MushroomWood ear mushrooms, also known as black fungus, are a common edible mushroom. To prepare them, dried wood ear mushrooms are typically soaked in water until they soften, then they can be served cold or stir-fried. When served cold, they are often mixed with vinegar, garlic, and other seasonings for a refreshing and appetizing dish. When stir-fried, they pair well with various vegetables or meats, offering a smooth, tender texture and rich nutritional value.
Chinese chrysanthemum greensGai lan, using fresh gai lan as the main ingredient, is prepared through simple cooking techniques to preserve its original flavor as much as possible. Common preparation methods include stir-frying, garlic stir-fry, or cold mixing, aiming to highlight gai lan's unique fragrance and texture.
Lotus Root CakeLotus root cake is a traditional Chinese snack made by mixing fresh lotus root slices with minced meat, coating in starch, and deep-frying until crispy.
WakameWakame is a type of seaweed ingredient, primarily made from dried or fresh wakame. It is usually soaked and blanched before being mixed with garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, and sesame oil, or added to soups for cooking. It can also be stir-fried with other vegetables or meats.
Fish tofuFish tofu is made primarily from fresh, tender fish meat and soft tofu, finely mixed and then steamed or boiled to achieve a delicate, white, and smooth texture.
Spicy Hot PotSpicy hot pot is a Chinese fast food dish primarily made with various vegetables, meats, and soy products. Ingredients include tofu skin, greens, meat slices, fish balls, etc., which are quickly cooked at high temperature to preserve their original flavors. Finally, a specially prepared spicy and numbing sauce is poured over, and seasonings and sesame seeds are sprinkled on top to complete the dish.