Imperial Palace Roast Duck Restaurant
北京菜 · ⭐ 3.9
Building 3, Xibianmen Xili, Guang’anmennei Subdistrict (under Tianning Temple Bridge)
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 Building 3, Xibianmen Xili, Guang’anmennei Subdistrict (under Tianning Temple Bridge). It is a 北京菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Squirrel-shaped Mandarin Fish, Grilled Duck Hearts, Ham and Bok Choy Stew.
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: 北京菜
- Rating: 3.9
- Address: Building 3, Xibianmen Xili, Guang’anmennei Subdistrict (under Tianning Temple Bridge)
- Popular dishes: Squirrel-shaped Mandarin Fish, Grilled Duck Hearts, Ham and Bok Choy Stew, Braised Bamboo Shoots and Mushrooms, Stewed Sea Urchin Egg Soup
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Dishes
Squirrel-shaped Mandarin FishSquirrel-shaped mandarin fish is made primarily from mandarin fish, named for its bright red color and shape resembling a squirrel after cooking. The fish is deboned, scored with diagonal cuts, marinated, then deep-fried until golden and crispy. A sweet and sour sauce made from sugar and vinegar is then prepared and poured over the fish, creating a vibrant appearance and a squirrel-like造型.
Grilled Duck HeartsFire-roasted duck heart is a dish featuring duck heart as the main ingredient. After cleaning, the duck hearts are quickly grilled or stir-fried over high heat to achieve a slightly charred surface while keeping the inside tender and juicy. It is typically seasoned with scallions, ginger, garlic, chili, and other spices to highlight the fresh aroma and unique texture of the duck heart.
Ham and Bok Choy StewHam and cabbage heart is a dish made primarily with ham and cabbage hearts. Wash and cut the cabbage hearts, slice the ham. Boil cabbage hearts briefly, drain. Sauté ham in oil, add cabbage, stir-fry, season, and serve.
Braised Bamboo Shoots and MushroomsBurned Two Winters is a Chinese dish featuring dried mushrooms and bamboo shoots as main ingredients, sliced and braised with seasonings. Typically, mushrooms are soaked, bamboo shoots blanched to remove bitterness, then stir-fried with葱姜 and simmered in broth or water until sauce thickens.
Stewed Sea Urchin Egg SoupStewed monkfish roe soup is made primarily with monkfish roe, combined with辅料 such as egg white, ham, and dried mushrooms. It is prepared through steps including blanching, simmering, and thickening with a starch slurry. The monkfish roe must be cleaned beforehand and then slowly stewed in a rich broth along with other ingredients. Finally, egg white is added to form delicate threads, resulting in a smooth and richly textured soup.
Dumpling SoupGedou soup is a home-style soup dish, primarily made with flour, vegetables, and water or broth. By mixing flour and water into small granules, then boiling them together with vegetables, and finally adding seasonings, the dish is complete.
Imperial Roast DuckPeking duck is made from plump Beijing ducks, marinated and roasted in a special oven. The skin is crispy while the meat is tender, usually served with thin pancakes, sweet bean sauce, scallions, and cucumber strips.
Salted Duck LiverSalted duck liver is a dish primarily made with duck liver. After cleaning the duck liver, it is boiled in water containing seasonings such as salt, scallions, ginger, and cooking wine. The texture is delicate and the flavor is delicious.
Sweet and Sour Pork TenderloinSweet and sour pork is a classic Chinese dish primarily made with pork tenderloin. The preparation involves cutting the tenderloin into strips, marinating it, then deep-frying until golden and crispy. It is finally coated with a sweet and sour sauce made from sugar, vinegar, ketchup, and other seasonings, creating a deliciously tangy and sweet flavor.
Stir-fried Three Whites in Fermented SauceZao Liu San Bai is a traditional dish made primarily with fish slices, chicken breast slices, and bamboo shoot slices. To prepare it, the three main ingredients are sliced thinly, then marinated with fermented rice wine brine for a short time. Next, they are quickly stir-fried in hot oil to retain their tenderness, and finally, a specially prepared fermented rice wine sauce is poured over them to enhance the unique flavor.
Mustard Duck FeetMustard duck feet is a dish primarily made with duck feet and mustard. The duck feet are carefully processed to remove the bones while maintaining their intact shape, then paired with a specially prepared mustard sauce, creating a unique texture.
Duck Four TreasuresDuck Four Treasures is a dish featuring different parts of duck such as duck gizzard, liver, intestine, and blood, prepared by blanching, stir-frying, or stewing. Rich in ingredients with distinct textures.
Dragon Phoenix BallsDragon Phoenix Balls is a dish made primarily from chicken and shrimp. Chicken mince is mixed with shrimp, seasoned, shaped into balls, and boiled or steamed. The result is tender, white, and often served with clear soup.