Old Xikou Earth Oven (Xikou Store)
江浙菜 · ⭐ 4.0
No. 185 Zhongxing West Road, Xikou
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Ningbo, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 185 Zhongxing West Road, Xikou. It is a 江浙菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Chopped Chili Fish Head, 大麻球, Fenghua Stewed Bamboo Shoots.
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: Ningbo
- Category: 江浙菜
- Rating: 4.0
- Address: No. 185 Zhongxing West Road, Xikou
- Popular dishes: Chopped Chili Fish Head, 大麻球, Fenghua Stewed Bamboo Shoots, Stewed Bamboo Shoots in Oil, 海鲜羹
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Dishes
Chopped Chili Fish HeadSteamed fish head with chopped chili is a dish made by steaming a fish head with chopped chili, scallions, ginger, garlic, and other seasonings. To prepare, clean the fish head, layer it with chopped chili and other seasonings, then steam until fully cooked.
大麻球大麻球是一种以糯米粉为主要原料，加入适量白糖和植物油制成的甜点。将糯米粉揉成团后分割成小剂子，包入豆沙或芝麻等馅料，搓圆后放入油锅中炸至金黄酥脆。
Fenghua Stewed Bamboo ShootsFenghua oil-braised bamboo shoots is a dish made from fresh bamboo shoots, stir-fried with scallions, ginger, and garlic, then slowly simmered with soy sauce, sugar, and cooking wine.
Stewed Bamboo Shoots in OilOil-braised bamboo shoots is a Chinese dish featuring fresh spring bamboo shoots. After blanching to remove bitterness, the shoots are stir-fried in oil and slowly simmered with soy sauce and sugar until tender and flavorful.
海鲜羹海鲜羹是一道以多种海鲜为主要食材的汤羹类菜品，常见食材包括虾仁、鱼片、贝类、鱿鱼等，搭配鸡蛋、淀粉勾芡，加入高汤或清水煮制而成。制作时先将海鲜处理干净，与蛋液一同入锅，边煮边搅拌，最后调入适量盐和味精调味。
Stone Pot ChickenStoneware chicken is a dish made with chicken as the main ingredient, combined with辅料 like potatoes, green peppers, and onions, slow-cooked in a stone pot. Chicken is blanched first, then cooked with vegetables in a heated stone pot with seasonings.
Braised Fish HeadBraised fish head is a dish featuring fish head as the main ingredient, typically using bighead or silver carp heads, pan-fried and then slowly stewed with soy sauce, sugar, cooking wine, ginger slices, and green onions.
Sheep's Sorrel Rice CakeA traditional Chinese dish made with fresh shepherd's purse and glutinous rice cakes, stir-fried together for a savory and delicate flavor.
Bittercress Stir-Fried Rice CakeA traditional Chinese dish made by stir-frying fresh bittercress with glutinous rice cakes, seasoned simply with soy sauce and salt for a savory, satisfying flavor.
Scallion Oil TaroA Chinese home-style dish made with taro and scallions, stir-fried in hot oil for a savory, aromatic flavor.
Broad Bean StewA hearty stew made with fresh broad beans and pork, slowly cooked to a rich, savory flavor.
Sautéed Clams on Iron PlateSautéed clams on a hot iron plate, using fresh clams washed and stir-fried with garlic, ginger, and scallions to absorb flavors. The high heat locks in freshness, making the meat firm and elastic.
Snow Cabbage and Mandarin FishA traditional Chinese dish featuring fresh mandarin fish cooked with snow cabbage, offering a savory and slightly tangy flavor.