Ye Yuan · Yunnan Cuisine in a Tea House (Xingcheng Tian Di Store)
地方菜 · ⭐ 4.3
Star City Tiandi, No. 398, Section 2, Xiangfu East Road (northeast corner of the intersection of Shaoshan Road and Xiangfu East Road)
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Changsha, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Star City Tiandi, No. 398, Section 2, Xiangfu East Road (northeast corner of the intersection of Shaoshan Road and Xiangfu East Road). It is a 地方菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Lifetime Tofu Flower, Yunnan Small Pot Rice Noodles, Yunnan Flower Cake.
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: Changsha
- Category: 地方菜
- Rating: 4.3
- Address: Star City Tiandi, No. 398, Section 2, Xiangfu East Road (northeast corner of the intersection of Shaoshan Road and Xiangfu East Road)
- Popular dishes: Lifetime Tofu Flower, Yunnan Small Pot Rice Noodles, Yunnan Flower Cake, Crispy Tofu with Sauce, Dali Sour Spicy Fish
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Dishes
Lifetime Tofu FlowerA creative dish featuring soft tofu served with a special sauce and garnishes, symbolizing lasting love and happiness.
Yunnan Small Pot Rice NoodlesYunnan small pot rice noodles is a specialty snack made primarily with rice noodles, typically served with ingredients such as pork, ham, bean sprouts, and chives, cooked in a specially prepared broth. The rice noodles and ingredients are placed together into a small pot, seasoned with调料 and broth, then slowly simmered over low heat until cooked through, finally garnished with chopped green onions or cilantro.
Yunnan Flower CakeYunnan Flower Cake is a traditional snack made from fresh petals. The petals are washed and mixed with sugar, flour, and other ingredients to create a filling, which is then wrapped in a flaky pastry and baked until golden and crispy. The finished product is delicately presented with an aromatic floral fragrance.
Crispy Tofu with SauceBaojiang tofu is a specialty dish primarily made from tofu. The tofu undergoes special processing to achieve a crispy outer layer while maintaining a tender and smooth interior with rich sauce. During preparation, the tofu is first marinated, then fried until golden and crunchy, and finally served with a specially crafted sauce for flavor.
Dali Sour Spicy FishDali sour-spicy fish uses fresh carp or grass carp, with辅料 like potatoes, tofu, and wood ear mushrooms. Fry the fish until golden, then stir-fry ginger, garlic, chili, and pickled vegetables, add water, and simmer until flavorful.
Water Lily DelightWater-Flower is a dish made primarily with eggs and greens. Eggs are beaten and stir-fried with chopped vegetables, resulting in a tender, fresh-tasting home-style meal.
Stir-fried Squid with OilA dish of fresh squid quickly stir-fried in hot oil, resulting in a tender and flavorful seafood delicacy.
Grilled Tofu with PasteGrilled tofu cake is a dish made primarily from fresh tofu cake. The tofu is cut into pieces and grilled directly, resulting in a slightly charred exterior while keeping the inside tender. Minimal seasoning is used, typically just salt or simple seasonings to enhance flavor.
Stir-Fried Yunnan Three MushroomsA Yunnan specialty featuring beefsteak, chicken mushroom, and matsutake, stir-fried quickly to preserve their natural flavor and texture.
Stir-Fried Yunnan Wild MushroomsA dish featuring Yunnan wild mushrooms stir-fried quickly with vegetables and seasonings, highlighting the natural umami flavor of the fungi.
Wrinkled Pepper Stir-Fried with Beefsteak FungusA flavorful dish featuring wrinkled peppers and beefsteak fungus, stir-fried to bring out their natural aromas and textures.
Beef brisket fatBeef brisket fat, primarily sourced from the fatty part of the beef chest, is carefully simmered and processed to achieve a golden yellow appearance. During preparation, the brisket fat is sliced thinly and briefly cooked with a specially crafted seasoning, preserving its original rich and aromatic flavor.
Mint Fried Spare RibsFried spare ribs with mint leaves, marinated and coated in starch and seasoning, then deep-fried until crispy on the outside and tender inside. The mint leaves release a refreshing aroma during frying, blending perfectly with the savory crunch of the ribs.
Fresh Wild Mushroom Hot Pot with Chicken's HandThis hot pot is primarily made with fresh 'Jian Shou Qing' mushrooms, combined with various wild mushrooms, slowly simmered to create a clear broth. It retains the original flavor, with a rich mushroom aroma and a fresh, savory taste.
Wild Seasoning Boiled BeefA dish featuring fresh beef slices quickly blanched in a special wild seasoning broth, resulting in tender meat with rich aroma and unique flavor.
Copper Pot Braised ChickenCopper pot braised chicken is a dish made with chicken as the main ingredient, seasoned with scallions, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, cooking wine, and other seasonings, then slowly stewed in a copper pot over low heat. After marinating, the chicken is cooked together with oil in the pot, allowing it to fully absorb the flavorful sauce through simmering, resulting in tender meat and rich, savory broth.
Yerkuai Burned Chicken FeetYerkuai Burned Chicken Feet features Yunnan-style yerkuai and chicken feet, boiled first then stir-fried together. The texture is soft and rich, with the yerkuai absorbing the flavorful broth.
黑松露菌子焖饭黑松露菌子焖饭以大米为主料,加入新鲜黑松露和多种菌类(如香菇、杏鲍菇等)一同焖煮而成。食材经过预处理后与米同入锅,用适量水或高汤慢火焖制,使米饭吸收菌类的鲜香与黑松露的独特香气。