Zhen Lai Si Barbecue
Barbecue · ⭐ 4.1
No. 237-5, Shuiximen Street
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Nanjing, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 237-5, Shuiximen Street. It is a Barbecue place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Oil Edge, Grilled Sausage, Beef Short Ribs.
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: Nanjing
- Category: Barbecue
- Rating: 4.1
- Address: No. 237-5, Shuiximen Street
- Popular dishes: Oil Edge, Grilled Sausage, Beef Short Ribs, Oyster, Lamb Ribs
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Dishes
Oil EdgeYoubian is a traditional Chinese dish made primarily from pork belly. The preparation involves slicing the pork belly into thin pieces, marinating them with a special blend of seasonings, then frying them in oil until golden and crispy. Finally, it is stir-fried with vegetables or other ingredients to allow the flavors to fully penetrate, resulting in a unique taste.
Grilled SausageA grilled sausage made from pork, beef, or chicken, seasoned and stuffed into casings, then cured and baked. Typically seasoned with salt, sugar, soy sauce, and spices, then cooked over open flame or in an oven until the surface is slightly charred and the inside is fully cooked.
Beef Short RibsBeef short ribs are made from beef rib cuts, marinated and then grilled or braised. The meat is tender with clear muscle fibers, and after careful cooking, it offers a rich flavor and delicate texture.
OysterOysters, using fresh oysters as the main ingredient, are typically served with lemon juice or a special sauce. The preparation is simple: open the oyster shells, keep the half-shell containing the oyster meat, clean it thoroughly, and enjoy raw, or enhance the flavor with additional seasonings.
Lamb RibsLamb chops are made from lamb rib sections, processed through cutting, marinating, and grilling. They have a golden appearance, tender and juicy meat, and are enhanced with a special seasoning that creates a unique taste.
Goat Spine Hot Pot羊蝎子 is a dish primarily made from lamb spine bones, named for its resemblance to a scorpion. The preparation typically involves blanching the lamb bones to remove any odor, then adding various spices and seasonings such as green onions, ginger, garlic, Sichuan peppercorns, star anise, and soy sauce, followed by slow stewing until the meat becomes tender and the marrow becomes richly fragrant.
Shrimp BallsShrimp balls are made from fresh shrimp meat, marinated and coated with a thin layer of starch or egg white, then fried or boiled until fully cooked into round, plump shapes. Commonly seasoned with scallions, ginger, garlic, and soy sauce, they offer a tender and elastic texture.
ToastBread slices are a flat food made primarily from flour, fermented and baked. During preparation, various nuts and dried fruits can be added to enhance texture and nutrition. The outer crust is golden and crispy, while the inside is soft and porous—ideal for eating alone or as a base for sandwiches and other dishes.
Flounder TailFresh flounder tails are marinated with salt and cooking wine, then pan-fried or steamed. Add ginger slices and scallions to remove fishy smell and enhance flavor, keeping the flesh tender.
Golden Fortune (Pork Belly Steak)A dish featuring pork belly steak marinated, breaded, and deep-fried to golden crispness, then stir-fried with a secret sauce for a rich, savory flavor.