Xu's Spicy Skewers (Shangcheng South Road Branch)
Hot pot · ⭐ 4.0
No. 33, Xigang East Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Wuxi, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 33, Xigang East 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: Qianye Tofu, Cream Bun, Baby bok choy.
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: Wuxi
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 4.0
- Address: No. 33, Xigang East Road
- Popular dishes: Qianye Tofu, Cream Bun, Baby bok choy, Chicken Thigh, Crispy Pork Knuckle
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Dishes
Qianye TofuQianye tofu is made primarily from soy protein powder and starch, with a delicate and tender texture. To prepare, slice the Qianye tofu and then pan-fry, stir-fry, or grill until the surface turns golden brown, then serve with vegetables or other accompaniments.
Cream BunA cream bun is a fermented dough snack made primarily from flour, yeast, and milk, prepared by kneading, fermenting, and steaming. Adding cream to the dough or using it as a coating creates a soft, delicate texture with a rich dairy aroma.
Baby bok choyBaby bok choy is a small type of Chinese cabbage with a fresh and tender texture. Common cooking methods include stir-frying, garlic stir-fry, or simmering in clear soup. To prepare, first wash the baby bok choy thoroughly, then add appropriate seasonings and ingredients according to your chosen method, and stir-fry until soft or simmer until flavorful.
Chicken ThighChicken drumsticks are a dish primarily made with chicken legs, typically marinated and then prepared by frying, grilling, or stewing. The meat is tender and flavorful, often enhanced with seasonings such as soy sauce, cooking wine, ginger slices, and scallions.
Crispy Pork KnuckleA dish made from pork knuckles, marinated and deep-fried to achieve a crispy texture, often seasoned with spicy and aromatic spices.
Duck Intestine Bao BaoA cold dish made with duck intestines quickly blanched and tossed with garlic, chili, and cilantro, offering a crisp texture and spicy flavor.
Boneless Chicken StripsBoneless chicken strips are a snack made from chicken breast, carefully processed to remove bones and cut into strips. Coated with spices and breadcrumbs, they are fried until golden and crispy on the outside, while remaining tender and juicy on the inside.
Fried RiceFried rice is a dish primarily made with rice, combined with ingredients such as eggs, vegetables, meat, or seafood, and stir-fried in a hot wok using cold oil or hot oil. Typically, the rice is first fluffed, then the ingredients are added one by one and stir-fried evenly, followed by seasoning.
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.
Chicken SkinChicken skin is a dish made from the skin of chickens. Typically, the chicken skin is peeled off, then cleaned and processed through simple methods such as boiling or frying to make it crispy and delicious. Chicken skin can be enjoyed as a snack on its own or used as an ingredient to enhance the texture and flavor of dishes.
Duck HeartDuck heart is made from duck hearts, cleaned and blanched before stir-frying, stewing, or grilling. Common methods include stir-frying with chili, scallions, ginger, garlic, or slow-cooking with fermented bean paste and soy sauce for enhanced flavor.
Golden CakeGolden cake is a steamed dessert made from glutinous rice flour, eggs, sugar, and a small amount of edible oil. Mix ingredients evenly, pour into a mold, steam until cooked to form a golden color and soft texture.