Huopu Chili-Maize Hot Pot (Shijiecheng Plaza Branch)
Hot pot · ⭐ 4.8
5th Floor, Optics Valley World City Plaza, No. 766 Luoyu Road, Hongshan District
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Wuhan, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at 5th Floor, Optics Valley World City Plaza, No. 766 Luoyu Road, Hongshan District. It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: 9-Second Original Cut Beef, 9-Second Crisp Tripe, Nine-Second Fresh Tripe.
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: Wuhan
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 4.8
- Address: 5th Floor, Optics Valley World City Plaza, No. 766 Luoyu Road, Hongshan District
- Popular dishes: 9-Second Original Cut Beef, 9-Second Crisp Tripe, Nine-Second Fresh Tripe, Wu Di Spicy Angus Beef, Dried Gongcai
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Dishes
9-Second Original Cut BeefHigh-quality beef tenderloin is quickly sliced and cooked in just 9 seconds to preserve its tenderness. Prepared using high-heat methods like stir-frying or quick boiling, it highlights the natural flavor of the meat.
9-Second Crisp TripeA Sichuan-style dish made with fresh beef tripe quickly blanched for 9 seconds and tossed in a spicy chili sauce, offering a crisp texture and bold flavor.
Nine-Second Fresh TripeNine-Second Fresh Tripe is a Chinese snack made with fresh pork tripe, quickly stir-fried. The tripe is cleaned and processed, then stir-fried with chili, green onion, ginger, and other seasonings, resulting in a crisp and fresh spicy flavor.
Wu Di Spicy Angus BeefPremium Angus beef stir-fried with spicy chili and Sichuan pepper, delivering a bold, fiery flavor.
Dried GongcaiDry贡菜 is a traditional dish primarily made with贡菜. To prepare it, first wash and dry the贡菜, then cut it into bite-sized pieces. Next, use a unique drying process to remove excess moisture from the贡菜 while preserving its crisp and tender texture. Finally, it can be mixed with seasonings for direct consumption or used as a side dish in cooking, delivering a distinctive taste and flavor.
Handcrafted Knife-Stripped Pork KidneyA Sichuan dish featuring thinly sliced pork kidneys, stir-fried with aromatics and chili for a spicy, savory flavor.
Hand-Beaten Fresh Shrimp DumplingsHand-pounded fresh shrimp paste is a dish made primarily from fresh shrimp meat. The shrimp meat is carefully processed to remove shells and veins, then hand-beaten into a smooth paste, preserving the tender texture of the shrimp. During preparation, the shrimp paste is shaped into a slippery form and cooked with clear soup or hot pot base. The shrimp is tender, melts in your mouth, and fills the air with fresh, aromatic flavors.
New Zealand Lamb RollsNew Zealand lamb rolls are made with premium lamb from New Zealand, wrapped around vegetables like onions and carrots, then roasted to perfection for a tender and flavorful dish.
Spicy and Numbing Qingyuan Chicken (Large Portion)Spicy and numbing Qingyuan chicken is a dish made with Qingyuan chicken and spices such as Sichuan pepper and chili. The chicken is tender, with a spicy and numbing flavor, and a rich taste.
Sichuan Pepper and Tomato Hot PotA dual-bowl hot pot featuring tangy tomato broth and numbing-spicy Sichuan pepper broth, served with meats and vegetables for a bold, balanced flavor experience.
Spicy and Numbing Chicken SlicesA cold dish made of chicken slices marinated in a spicy and numbing sauce, featuring the unique flavor of Sichuan peppercorns.
Clear Oil Spicy麻 Sauce BaseA spicy and numbing broth made with clear oil, Sichuan pepper, and chili, ideal for hot pot dishes.
Chaozhou Super Elastic Beef BallsMade from fresh beef, hand-pounded to achieve a bouncy texture, these balls are tender and juicy, typically served in clear soup or hot pot.
Australian Wagyu BeefAustralian wagyu beef uses premium imported beef tenderloin, with fine texture and even fat distribution like snowflakes. Typically sliced and quickly pan-seared or涮煮 to preserve its natural flavor.
Fire Cascade Grain-Fed BeefFire Cascade Grain-Fed Beef is a dish made with high-quality grain-fed beef, carefully marinated and then grilled. The meat is tender and juicy, with a rich grain aroma.
Egg-Covered BeefWok Egg Beef is a dish featuring tender beef slices as the main ingredient, accompanied by raw eggs and a specially prepared sauce. To prepare it, first pan-fry the beef slices to about 7-8 doneness, then crack an egg into the wok, using the residual heat to cook the egg to a semi-cooked state, and finally drizzle with the sauce.
Mini Glutinous Rice BallsMini glutinous rice balls made from sticky rice flour, crispy on the outside and soft inside, often served with sugar, peanut powder, or brown sugar syrup.
Zhongxiang Shipai TofuZhongxiang Shipai Tofu is a traditional specialty from Zhongxiang City, Hubei Province, made from local soybeans. The tofu is smooth and delicate, often stir-fried with minced meat, mushrooms, and vegetables for a delicious and nutritious dish.
Cilantro BeefCilantro beef is a dish primarily made with tender beef and fresh cilantro. To prepare it, first slice the beef thinly and marinate it with seasonings to infuse flavor. Next, quickly stir-fry the beef in hot oil until it changes color, then add cilantro pieces and gently stir until evenly mixed.
Fresh Duck BloodFresh duck blood is a dish primarily made with fresh duck blood as the main ingredient. The duck blood is carefully processed to maintain its tender texture and is typically cooked simply with seasonings such as chili, scallions, ginger, and garlic to highlight the natural freshness of the duck blood.