Northeast Iron Pot Stew (Caoshanling Branch)
Northeastern Chinese cuisine · ⭐ 4.1
Ground-floor commercial unit, Building 10, Caoshan, Jingshi Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Jinan, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Ground-floor commercial unit, Building 10, Caoshan, Jingshi Road. It is a Northeastern Chinese cuisine place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Northeastern Dried Green Beans, Rooster Stir-Fry, Spicy Pepper and Dried Tofu.
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: Jinan
- Category: Northeastern Chinese cuisine
- Rating: 4.1
- Address: Ground-floor commercial unit, Building 10, Caoshan, Jingshi Road
- Popular dishes: Northeastern Dried Green Beans, Rooster Stir-Fry, Spicy Pepper and Dried Tofu, Candied Sweet Potato, Pork Ribs
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Dishes
Northeastern Dried Green BeansNortheastern dried bean curd is a dish primarily made with dried broad beans. Typically, the dried beans are soaked beforehand and then stir-fried with pork belly and garlic, or added to stews and slowly cooked over low heat to fully absorb the aroma of meat and seasonings.
Rooster Stir-FryA stir-fried dish made with tender chicken and spicy seasonings, popular in Chinese households.
Spicy Pepper and Dried Tofu尖椒干豆腐 is a dish primarily made with dried tofu and green chili peppers. The dried tofu is cut into strips or cubes, and the green chilies are sliced or chopped. Both ingredients are stir-fried together. Typically, the dried tofu is blanched first to remove any odor, then stir-fried with the green chilies and seasoned with appropriate seasonings until fully flavored.
Candied Sweet PotatoSweet potato in syrup is a traditional dessert made primarily with sweet potatoes. The preparation involves cutting the sweet potatoes into pieces, frying them until golden brown, and then making a sugar syrup. Finally, the fried sweet potato pieces are coated with the syrup and pulled to create delicate threads of sugar.
Pork RibsPork ribs are a dish made from the rib section of pork, marinated and then stewed or roasted. The main ingredient is pork ribs, with seasonings such as soy sauce, cooking wine, and ginger slices. Slow cooking makes the meat tender and fully flavored.
CornCorn is a common ingredient that can be cooked in various ways, such as boiling, grilling, or stir-frying. When boiled, keeping the husks intact imparts a subtle fragrance to the corn. Grilled corn develops a slightly charred surface, offering a unique smoky flavor. Stir-fried corn is often paired with pine nuts and carrots, creating a colorful dish with rich textures and flavors.
Corn TortillaCorn tortillas are primarily made by mixing cornmeal with water, adding a适量 of salt for seasoning, then kneading into a dough and rolling it into thin, round pancakes. These are cooked on a flat pan until both sides turn golden brown. They can be eaten as is or paired with other ingredients.
Steamed Bun with White FlourBaimian huajuan is a steamed dough dish made from flour, yeast, and fermented dough. The dough is rolled, folded, cut, and shaped into flowers before steaming.
TofuTofu is a food made primarily from soybeans, formed through multiple processes including soaking, grinding, boiling the pulp, and coagulation. It has a white, block-like shape, a delicate texture, a tender taste, and is highly nutritious. It can be used to prepare various dishes such as Mapo Tofu and tofu pudding.
Pan-fried Dumpling BunsPotstickers are flat dough cakes made from flour, typically filled with pork, cabbage, or chives. The dough is rolled into a round wrapper, filled, sealed, and pan-fried until golden brown on both sides. The exterior is crispy while the filling remains tender and juicy.
CatfishCatfish dishes use catfish as the main ingredient, beloved for its tender flesh and lack of small bones. Common cooking methods include steaming, braising, or stewing to preserve the fish's freshness. Seasonings such as green onions, ginger, and garlic can be added during cooking for enhanced flavor, allowing for a simple yet delicious dish.