Chen Laowu Spicy Hot Pot (Zizhu Branch)
小吃快餐 · ⭐ 3.5
No. 15 Zizhu Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Wuxi, Dragon Mate users do not strongly recommend this restaurant. If you enjoy exploring, you can still try it and see what you find. This restaurant is located at No. 15 Zizhu Road. It is a 小吃快餐 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Bacon, Shandong Old Tofu, Wood Ear Mushroom.
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: Wuxi
- Category: 小吃快餐
- Rating: 3.5
- Address: No. 15 Zizhu Road
- Popular dishes: Bacon, Shandong Old Tofu, Wood Ear Mushroom, Wakame Knot, Large Pork Tenderloin
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Dishes
BaconBacon is a meat product made from pork, processed through curing and smoking techniques, typically presenting an appealing golden color and a distinctive smoky aroma. During production, pork belly or back cuts are first marinated with salt, sugar, and spices, then smoked to create a firmer texture and richer flavor.
Shandong Old TofuA traditional Shandong dish made with soft tofu, seasoned with broth and served with ingredients like bean sprouts and minced meat.
Wood Ear MushroomWood ear mushrooms, also known as black fungus, are a common edible mushroom. To prepare them, dried wood ear mushrooms are typically soaked in water until they soften, then they can be served cold or stir-fried. When served cold, they are often mixed with vinegar, garlic, and other seasonings for a refreshing and appetizing dish. When stir-fried, they pair well with various vegetables or meats, offering a smooth, tender texture and rich nutritional value.
Wakame KnotSea tangle knots are a dish made primarily from kelp, processed through steps such as cleaning, soaking, tying into knots, and cooking. The sea tangle knots appear deep green in color, with a smooth and tender texture and a distinctive fresh flavor characteristic of seafood.
Large Pork TenderloinLarge pork tenderloin slices marinated and pan-fried or deep-fried to a crispy exterior and juicy interior, a classic home-style dish.
Spicy Hot Pot in Clay PotSpicy hot pot is a Chinese dish cooked in a clay pot with vegetables, tofu, meat, and seafood, seasoned with spicy sauce and broth. Ingredients are layered in the pot, then simmered slowly until tender and flavorful.
Chongqing Spicy Hot PotChongqing spicy hot pot is a火锅-style dish made by cooking a variety of ingredients in a specially prepared spicy and numbing broth. Main ingredients include vegetables, soy products, meats, seafood, and mushrooms, which can be chosen according to personal preference. The broth is simmered with spices such as Sichuan peppercorns, chili peppers, doubanjiang (fermented broad bean paste), ginger, and garlic, resulting in a rich and flavorful taste.
Meat Connected to BoneSpiced chicken and chicken cartilage skewers are a grilled dish made by alternating chicken cartilage and chicken meat on skewers. After marinating, they are grilled on a rack until golden and crispy on the outside, with tender and juicy meat inside.
Chicken StripsChicken strips are made from chicken breast, cut into strips, marinated, and then fried. They have a golden color, with a crispy exterior and tender interior, and are usually served with chili powder or ketchup.
Quail EggQuail eggs are a dish primarily made with quail eggs, typically prepared by boiling, frying, roasting, or steaming. Quail eggs are small and delicate, rich in nutrition, with a unique texture and aroma, often used in various Chinese culinary preparations.