Ming Li Restaurant (North Gate Street Branch)
地方菜 · ⭐ 4.0
No. 83, Nanmen Street (near the former Public Security Bureau)
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Kunming, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 83, Nanmen Street (near the former Public Security Bureau). It is a 地方菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Dry Chili Stir-Fried Pork, Stir-Fried Broad Beans, Stir-Fried Eel.
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: Kunming
- Category: 地方菜
- Rating: 4.0
- Address: No. 83, Nanmen Street (near the former Public Security Bureau)
- Popular dishes: Dry Chili Stir-Fried Pork, Stir-Fried Broad Beans, Stir-Fried Eel, Fried Small Fish, Fried Spare Ribs
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Dishes
Dry Chili Stir-Fried PorkA classic Chinese home-style dish made by stir-frying pork slices with dried chili peppers, delivering a spicy and aromatic flavor.
Stir-Fried Broad BeansStir-fried broad beans is a home-style dish using fresh broad beans as the main ingredient, stir-fried with garlic and scallions to retain their tender texture.
Stir-Fried EelA dish made by quickly stir-frying fresh eel with ginger, garlic, and scallions, resulting in a tender and flavorful meal.
Fried Small FishFried small fish is a deep-fried dish primarily made with small fish. Fresh small fish are typically cleaned, marinated briefly with salt and cooking wine, then lightly coated in starch or flour before being fried in hot oil until golden and crispy. The finished dish has a fragrant, crunchy exterior and tender, fresh interior.
Fried Spare RibsFried ribs is a dish primarily made with pork ribs. After washing, the ribs are marinated with seasonings, then coated with starch or flour before being deep-fried in hot oil until golden and crispy. The finished dish has a crunchy exterior and juicy interior.
Stir-fried Pork KidneyStir-fried pig kidneys is a Chinese stir-fry dish using pork kidneys as the main ingredient. The kidneys are cut with diagonal incisions and briefly blanched, then quickly stir-fried with vegetables such as green peppers and onions. Seasonings like soy sauce, cooking wine, ginger, and garlic are added to maintain the tender texture of the kidneys.
Cabbage Pork Dumpling SoupA comforting soup made with cabbage and pork dumplings, simmered in broth for a savory and satisfying dish.
Old Milk PotatoOld奶洋芋 is a dish primarily made with potatoes. The potatoes are cut into pieces, boiled until tender, and then stir-fried with seasonings. Garlic, chili, and green onions are typically added as accompaniments to enhance the flavor.
Gai Lan TofuStir-fried gai lan layered over crispy stinky tofu, offering a savory and aromatic dish with fresh herb notes.
Sour Cabbage and Potato SlicesA home-style dish made with sour cabbage and potato slices, stir-fried together for a tangy and satisfying flavor.