Hong Yan Yan Rotating Hot Pot (Houteng Store)
Hot pot · ⭐ 4.1
No. 186 Renmin South Road, Hougen Subdistrict
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Suzhou, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 186 Renmin South Road, Hougen Subdistrict. It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Yunnan Wild Mushroom Soup Base, Spicy麻 Sauce Base, Fried Egg.
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: Suzhou
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 4.1
- Address: No. 186 Renmin South Road, Hougen Subdistrict
- Popular dishes: Yunnan Wild Mushroom Soup Base, Spicy麻 Sauce Base, Fried Egg, Pork Brain, Kerqin Lamb
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Dishes
Yunnan Wild Mushroom Soup BaseA rich soup base made from wild mushrooms and other ingredients, popular in Yunnan cuisine for its natural umami flavor.
Spicy麻 Sauce BaseSpicy麻 sauce base is made with Sichuan pepper and chili, stir-fried with scallions, ginger, garlic. Main ingredients: dried chilies, Sichuan pepper, doubanjiang, beef tallow or vegetable oil, and spices like star anise, cassia bark, and bay leaves. First sauté spices, then add chilies and pepper to release aroma, finally boil with broth or water to create a rich, numbing flavor.
Fried EggFried egg is a dish primarily made with eggs as the main ingredient. The preparation method involves beating the eggs and mixing them with appropriate seasonings, then pouring the mixture into hot oil to fry until golden and crispy. The fried egg pieces are crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside, offering a rich and satisfying texture.
Pork BrainPig brain is a dish primarily made with fresh pig brain, typically steamed or simmered with spices and seasonings. The cooking process emphasizes precise control of heat to maintain the tender texture of the pig brain.
Kerqin LambKerqin lamb features tender meat from the Kerqin region, prepared by steaming or boiling to preserve its natural flavor and served with simple seasonings.
Sour Cabbage Fish Hot Pot BaseThe sour cabbage fish hot pot is primarily made with fresh grass carp, combined with fermented sour cabbage, ginger slices, garlic cloves, dried chilies, Sichuan peppercorns, and other辅料, cooked by stewing. The fish slices are added to the pot along with the sour cabbage, then simmered slowly with chicken stock or water to allow the flavors to blend harmoniously.
Sour and Spicy SoupHot and sour soup is a Chinese soup dish primarily made with ingredients such as wood ear mushrooms, tofu, eggs, and pork. The preparation involves slicing the ingredients and using either broth or water as a base, then adding vinegar and chili to create a tangy and spicy flavor. Finally, the soup is thickened with a slurry to achieve a rich, viscous consistency.
Chicken SoupA soup made primarily with chicken, cooked slowly in water or broth with ginger slices and green onions. Add goji berries, red dates, or yam for richer flavor.
Spicy Hot Pot BaseSpicy hot pot base is primarily made from beef tallow, chili peppers, and Sichuan peppercorns, stir-fried with fermented broad bean paste, ginger, garlic, scallions, and other spices. It typically includes a variety of aromatic spices such as star anise, cassia bark, and cardamom to enhance flavor. The ingredients are simmered to create a rich, flavorful broth, ideal for dipping various ingredients for cooking.