Old Jin Ji Fried Snack Shop (Gu Lou Yuan Branch)
小吃快餐 · ⭐ 3.9
No. 234 Dongdajie, Gulou
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Beijing, Dragon Mate users do not strongly recommend this restaurant. If you enjoy exploring, you can still try it and see what you find. This restaurant is located at No. 234 Dongdajie, Gulou. It is a 小吃快餐 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Chicken Skewers with Thousand Threads, Pork Tetra, Almond 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: Beijing
- Category: 小吃快餐
- Rating: 3.9
- Address: No. 234 Dongdajie, Gulou
- Popular dishes: Chicken Skewers with Thousand Threads, Pork Tetra, Almond Tofu, Fried Chicken Gizzards, Lamb Skewers
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Dishes
Chicken Skewers with Thousand ThreadsThousand Threads Chicken Skewers are made with chicken breast, sliced into fine threads and marinated to absorb flavor. The threads are skewered with bamboo sticks and wrapped in crispy golden strands. After frying, the chicken remains tender and juicy, while the golden strands offer a satisfying crunch.
Pork Tetra掌中宝 is a refined Chinese dish primarily made from chicken cartilage. During preparation, the chicken cartilage is marinated to absorb flavor, then quickly stir-fried at high heat to achieve a crispy exterior and tender interior, resulting in a rich and layered texture.
Almond TofuAlmond tofu is a traditional Chinese dessert made primarily from almond powder, milk, and sugar. The preparation involves mixing almond powder with milk until smooth, adding an appropriate amount of sugar for flavoring, then chilling to allow it to solidify. Finally, it is cut into small pieces for serving.
Fried Chicken GizzardsFried chicken gizzards is a deep-fried dish using chicken gizzards as the main ingredient. After washing, the gizzards are sliced or cut into strips, marinated with seasonings, coated in starch or flour, then fried in hot oil until golden and crispy. The result is crunchy outside and tender inside with rich texture.
Lamb SkewersLamb skewers are made by cutting fresh, tender lamb into chunks, threading them onto bamboo or metal skewers, and marinating before grilling directly over charcoal. During grilling, the lamb's fat drips onto the fire, creating smoke that熏 (smokes) the meat, resulting in a crispy exterior and tender interior with rich aroma.
Fish tofuFish tofu is made primarily from fresh, tender fish meat and soft tofu, finely mixed and then steamed or boiled to achieve a delicate, white, and smooth texture.
Chicken WingsChicken drumettes are made from the chicken wing section, marinated and then grilled or fried. The skin is golden and crispy, while the meat inside remains tender and juicy, preserving the original flavor of the chicken. It is a common dish both at home and in restaurants.
Chicken Heart SkewersChicken heart skewers is a barbecue dish primarily made with chicken hearts. The preparation involves washing and drying the chicken hearts, threading them onto bamboo skewers, and marinating them with an appropriate amount of seasoning. They are then placed on a grill and slowly grilled over medium heat until the surface turns golden brown and the inside is fully cooked, releasing a rich aroma.
Chicken Gizzard SkewersChicken gizzard skewers are made with fresh chicken gizzards, carefully prepared and threaded onto bamboo skewers. During grilling, the chicken gizzards become crispy on the outside while remaining tender inside, and when combined with a specially crafted seasoning, they develop an appealing color and aroma.