Xiang Zhi Yuan (Ping Yang Lu Branch)
Hunan cuisine · ⭐ 4.8
Ground-floor commercial unit of Jincu Technology, adjacent to Yipin Jiayuan, No. 98-4 Pingyang Road (Diagonally opposite Huakang Dijing Hotel)
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 Ground-floor commercial unit of Jincu Technology, adjacent to Yipin Jiayuan, No. 98-4 Pingyang Road (Diagonally opposite Huakang Dijing Hotel). It is a Hunan cuisine place, and the flavors are spicy (numbing/spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Hanging Pot Meat Soup Rice, Stir-Fried Beef with Yellow Onion, Changde Beef Noodles.
If you cannot eat spicy food, use Dragon Mate to say “no spicy” before ordering, and tell the staff clearly.
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: Hunan cuisine
- Rating: 4.8
- Address: Ground-floor commercial unit of Jincu Technology, adjacent to Yipin Jiayuan, No. 98-4 Pingyang Road (Diagonally opposite Huakang Dijing Hotel)
- Popular dishes: Hanging Pot Meat Soup Rice, Stir-Fried Beef with Yellow Onion, Changde Beef Noodles, Spicy Frog Legs in Dry Pot, Taoyuan Shuangxi Spicy Lamb
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Dishes
Hanging Pot Meat Soup RiceMade with pork and pork bones, the meat and bones are slowly simmered to create a rich broth, then rice is directly added and cooked until soft. The soup is hearty, with rice grains absorbing the savory flavor, resulting in a rich, savory taste.
Stir-Fried Beef with Yellow OnionStir-fried Yellow Beef is a dish made primarily with yellow beef and vegetables. To prepare it, slice the yellow beef thinly, marinate it with seasonings to infuse flavor, then quickly stir-fry it together with garlic, ginger, chili peppers, and other ingredients to maintain the beef's tender texture.
Changde Beef NoodlesChangde beef rice noodles is a Hunan regional specialty made with rice noodles, slow-cooked beef, and beef bone broth. Key ingredients include fresh rice noodles, beef, beef bones, spices, and garnishes like bean sprouts and green onions. The broth is simmered for hours, then noodles and sliced beef are added, topped with green onions and bean sprouts.
Spicy Frog Legs in Dry PotDry Pot Frog is a dish featuring frog legs as the main ingredient, stir-fried with various spices and vegetables. The frog meat is tender and becomes deliciously flavorful after cooking, with an aromatic fragrance. The dry pot method preserves the dish's dry and fragrant characteristics, while the addition of vegetables enhances the textural layers.
Taoyuan Shuangxi Spicy LambA flavorful lamb dish slow-cooked with special spices, tender and aromatic, with a spicy kick from chili and Sichuan peppercorns.
Wuling Valley Fragrant DuckWuling Valley Fragrant Duck features tender duck meat marinated with secret spices and slowly stewed to perfection, capturing the natural flavors of the Wuling mountain region.
Thai Chili Fried EggA Chinese home-style dish featuring eggs pan-fried with Thai chili, resulting in a spicy and savory flavor.
Xiang-style Rice DishA spicy and flavorful dish made with pork belly, peppers, and fermented chili paste, perfect for serving with rice.
Chili Stir-Fried PorkA classic Hunan home-style dish made by stir-frying fresh pork slices with green and red chili peppers, resulting in tender meat and rich spicy flavor.
Stinky Guilin FishXiaoxiang Stinky Guilin Carp is made primarily from Guilin carp, which develops a distinctive odor due to its unique pickling process. The fish is first fermented through pickling, then braised with chili peppers, garlic, and other seasonings to create a dish with tender fish meat and a fragrant, spicy sauce.
Three Parts of BeefBeef Tripe is a dish made primarily from beef, beef tripe, and beef intestines. The three types of beef offal are usually prepared separately and then cooked through methods such as blanching, stewing, or stir-frying, resulting in a rich and layered flavor.
Clay Pot Sliced LettuceFresh lettuce is sliced and simmered in a clay pot over low heat, preserving its crisp texture and natural flavor. The broth remains light and fresh, making it a healthy, refreshing home-style dish.
Old Chen Vinegar Stir-Fried EggsStir-fried eggs with aged vinegar, using eggs as the main ingredient and a small amount of salt, quickly cooked over medium heat. The eggs are tender and smooth, with a rich sour aroma and refreshing taste, making it a quick and popular home-style dish.
Changsha Stinky TofuChangsha stinky tofu is made primarily from tofu that, after fermentation, develops white mold on its surface. During cooking, it is deep-fried until the exterior becomes crispy, then served with a specially prepared chili sauce and seasonings.