Cui Ji Northeast Iron Pot Stewed Fish (Xin Cheng Branch)
Northeastern Chinese cuisine · ⭐ 4.5
100 meters south of Xincheng Railway Bridge, Bieshan Town, west side of the road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Tianjin, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at 100 meters south of Xincheng Railway Bridge, Bieshan Town, west side of the road. It is a Northeastern Chinese cuisine place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Pork Belly, Grass Carp, Wide Rice Noodles.
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: Tianjin
- Category: Northeastern Chinese cuisine
- Rating: 4.5
- Address: 100 meters south of Xincheng Railway Bridge, Bieshan Town, west side of the road
- Popular dishes: Pork Belly, Grass Carp, Wide Rice Noodles, Songhua River Fish, Special Steamed Dumplings
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Dishes
Pork BellyPork belly is a cut of meat from the pig's abdomen, characterized by alternating layers of fat and lean meat, which gives it the name 'five-layered' or 'five-striped'. Common cooking methods include braising, stir-frying, or stewing. During cooking, the fat melts, resulting in tender meat with an aromatic flavor.
Grass CarpGá fish is a dish primarily made with gá fish, seasoned with common ingredients such as ginger and garlic, and carefully prepared. The typical preparation method includes cleaning the gá fish, preparing the ingredients, and then frying or stewing until the fish is fully cooked and the broth is rich and flavorful.
Wide Rice NoodlesWide rice noodles, a broad ribbon-shaped vermicelli made from sweet potato starch. Typically, the wide rice noodles are soaked in warm water to soften them before being stir-fried or added to soups with meats and vegetables. They have a smooth, tender texture that absorbs broth well, enhancing the overall flavor.
Songhua River FishSonghua River fish uses fresh fish caught in the Songhua River as its main ingredient, typically carp or crucian carp. After cleaning, the fish is stir-fried with scallions, ginger, and garlic, then simmered with适量 soy sauce, cooking wine, and water to infuse flavor into the fish meat. Finally, it is garnished with chopped scallions or cilantro.
Special Steamed DumplingsSpecial rolls are made from flour, fermented, rolled into thin sheets, filled with seasoned ingredients like minced meat or vegetables, then steamed. They have a cylindrical shape, soft and chewy texture, with a flavorful filling.
Corn TortillaCorn tortillas are primarily made by mixing cornmeal with water, adding a适量 of salt for seasoning, then kneading into a dough and rolling it into thin, round pancakes. These are cooked on a flat pan until both sides turn golden brown. They can be eaten as is or paired with other ingredients.
Dried Bamboo ShootsDried bamboo shoots are made by blanching fresh bamboo shoots and then sun-drying or drying them. The main ingredient is bamboo shoot. First, peel and slice the shoots, cook until tender, then dry completely for storage and later use.
TofuTofu is a food made primarily from soybeans, formed through multiple processes including soaking, grinding, boiling the pulp, and coagulation. It has a white, block-like shape, a delicate texture, a tender taste, and is highly nutritious. It can be used to prepare various dishes such as Mapo Tofu and tofu pudding.
Dried Green BeansDried green beans are made by sun-drying fresh green beans, preserving their original nutrients and texture. In the production process, tender green beans are selected, washed, blanched, and then air-dried in a well-ventilated area until completely dry.
Cornmeal PancakeCornmeal pancakes are a traditional Chinese dish made primarily from corn flour. After fermentation, the dough is pressed against the sides of a heated pan and baked. The outer layer is golden and crispy, while the inside is soft, sweet, and rich in the aroma of corn.