Xu's Suzhou-style Lamb Bone
江浙菜 · ⭐ 2.8
No. 62-1, Baita East Road, Gusu District
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Suzhou, 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. 62-1, Baita East Road, Gusu District. It is a 江浙菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Dongpo Pork, Squirrel-shaped Mandarin Fish, Stuffed Tofu and Napa Cabbage Rolls.
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: Suzhou
- Category: 江浙菜
- Rating: 2.8
- Address: No. 62-1, Baita East Road, Gusu District
- Popular dishes: Dongpo Pork, Squirrel-shaped Mandarin Fish, Stuffed Tofu and Napa Cabbage Rolls, Special Lamb Bones, Pork Ear
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Dishes
Dongpo PorkDongpo pork, made primarily from fatty pork belly, is slowly stewed for a long time until it becomes tender and melts in the mouth. The dish is enhanced with caramel color, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, and other seasonings to create a rich and flavorful taste.
Squirrel-shaped Mandarin FishSquirrel-shaped mandarin fish is made primarily from mandarin fish, named for its bright red color and shape resembling a squirrel after cooking. The fish is deboned, scored with diagonal cuts, marinated, then deep-fried until golden and crispy. A sweet and sour sauce made from sugar and vinegar is then prepared and poured over the fish, creating a vibrant appearance and a squirrel-like造型.
Stuffed Tofu and Napa Cabbage RollsA dish featuring stuffed fried tofu and minced pork wrapped in thin cabbage leaves, steamed to perfection for a savory, tender bite.
Special Lamb BonesSpecial lamb bones made by slow-cooking fresh lamb bones with spices like star anise and cinnamon, resulting in tender meat and rich broth.
Pork EarPork ears is a traditional Chinese dish, primarily made from pig's ears. After careful braising, the pork ears become chewy and firm, and when sliced, they reveal a unique texture. It is usually served with seasonings to enhance its flavor.
Braised Lamb Shank in Clay Pot砂锅羊棒骨 is a dish featuring lamb bones as the main ingredient. After blanching, the bones are simmered in a clay pot with ginger, scallions, and seasonings, along with water or broth. Spices like star anise, cinnamon, and bay leaves enhance the flavor. Cook until the meat is tender and the marrow fragrant, with a rich, thick broth.
Stuffed Pork BellyDoubao meat is a traditional dish primarily made with pig's stomach and pork. The preparation involves cutting the pork into small pieces, seasoning it, stuffing it into the pig's stomach, sewing the stomach closed, and then simmering until fully cooked.
Steamed Eggplant with Minced PorkA classic Chinese home-style dish featuring tender eggplant steamed with seasoned minced pork, resulting in a savory and comforting flavor.
Crab Roe Soup DumplingsCrab Roe Soup Dumplings are a traditional delicacy made with crab roe and pork as filling, wrapped in wheat flour dough. To prepare, the crab roe and pork mixture is seasoned and encased in rolled-out dough, then steamed. The finished dumplings have thin skins with generous fillings and rich broth.