Gai Wan Old Hot Pot
Hot pot · ⭐ 4.0
No. 30 Qujiang Street, Annex No. 2
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Chongqing, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 30 Qujiang Street, Annex No. 2. It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Spicy Beef Tripe, Lotus Root Salad, Spicy Soup Base.
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: Chongqing
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 4.0
- Address: No. 30 Qujiang Street, Annex No. 2
- Popular dishes: Spicy Beef Tripe, Lotus Root Salad, Spicy Soup Base, Pork腰片, 郡花
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Dishes
Spicy Beef TripeA spicy Sichuan dish made from beef tripe, blanched and tossed with chili, Sichuan pepper, and other seasonings for a bold, numbing flavor.
Lotus Root SaladA Chinese cold dish made with lotus root, often mixed with vegetables and a sweet-sour dressing for a refreshing taste.
Spicy Soup BaseSpicy broth base made with beef tallow, chili, Sichuan peppercorns, and doubanjiang, simmered with stock. Common ingredients include garlic, ginger, scallions, star anise, and cinnamon to enhance flavor.
Pork腰片Tripe is sliced thin from pig or lamb kidneys, marinated with wine, ginger, then quickly blanched or briefly fried, and stir-fried with葱姜蒜、辣椒 for a flavorful dish.
郡花郡花是一道以猪肚为主要食材的菜肴，辅以木耳、胡萝卜等配料，经过焯水、炒制后加入调味料炖煮而成。猪肚需清洗干净并处理后切片，与其他食材一同烹制。
Crispy Pork MeatballsSour meat is a traditional dish primarily made with pork belly. To prepare it, pork belly is sliced thinly, marinated, and then deep-fried until golden and crispy. It can be served with seasonings, offering a crunchy texture and delicious meat flavor.
Duck IntestinesDuck intestine, made primarily from fresh duck intestines, is carefully cleaned and processed to maintain its tender texture. It can typically be paired with various seasonings and cooking methods such as stir-frying, boiling, or grilling, creating a variety of delicious dishes. Its unique texture and rich nutrition make duck intestine one of the ingredients beloved by many diners.
Yin-Yang Hot Pot Base鸳鸯锅底 is a classic choice for hot pot, consisting of two different flavored broths—typically one spicy and numbing, and the other mild. The spicy broth is made by simmering chili peppers, Sichuan peppercorns, and other spices, resulting in a rich, stimulating flavor that awakens the appetite. The mild broth is based on clear soup or bone broth, offering a refreshing taste ideal for cooking a variety of ingredients.
Yellow throatYellow throat is made from the large blood vessels of livestock such as pigs and cattle, processed by cleaning and slicing to reveal a golden-yellow appearance. It is commonly used in hot pot or stir-frying, offering a tender texture and rich nutritional value.