Iron Pot Era (Guanghua Road Branch)
农家菜 · ⭐ 4.4
80 meters east of the intersection of Guanghua Road and Jinling South Road, south side of the road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Changzhou, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at 80 meters east of the intersection of Guanghua Road and Jinling South Road, south side of the road. It is a 农家菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Pork Belly, Homestyle Earth Pot Stew, Sichuan 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: Changzhou
- Category: 农家菜
- Rating: 4.4
- Address: 80 meters east of the intersection of Guanghua Road and Jinling South Road, south side of the road
- Popular dishes: Pork Belly, Homestyle Earth Pot Stew, Sichuan Wide Rice Noodles, Potato Slices, Dried Green Beans
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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.
Homestyle Earth Pot StewA hearty stew made with pork, potatoes, and beans, slow-cooked in a traditional earth pot over an open fire for rich flavor and tender texture.
Sichuan Wide Rice NoodlesSichuan wide rice noodles are made from sweet potato or potato starch noodles, typically mixed with chili oil, Sichuan peppercorns, garlic, green onions, soy sauce, and vinegar. Sometimes served with bean sprouts, cucumber strips, and peanuts, or cooked in broth.
Potato SlicesPotato slices are a simple home-style dish, with potatoes as the main ingredient. The method involves washing and peeling the potatoes, slicing them thinly, and then cooking them by stir-frying, frying, or baking. During cooking, garlic slices and chili peppers are often added to enhance flavor, and salt is used for seasoning at the end.
Dried Green BeansDry beans are made by sun-drying fresh beans until they lose moisture, resulting in a deep green or yellow-brown color. Before cooking, they must be soaked in water to restore their softness. They are commonly stewed with meat, absorbing the meat juices to become flavorful, and can also be stir-fried or used in soups.
Special Earth-Fired Pot ChickenA traditional dish made with chicken and vegetables cooked slowly in an earth-fired pot, resulting in tender meat and rich flavor.
LettuceLettuce is a common vegetable known for its tender green leaves and crisp texture. It can be eaten raw as the main ingredient in salads or combined with various seasonings and sauces to enhance flavor. Additionally, lettuce is often used to wrap or decorate other foods, such as grilled meats and burgers.
Bean sproutsBean sprouts are vegetables grown from sprouted legume seeds, commonly including mung bean sprouts and soybean sprouts. Typically, they are cleaned and then cooked by stir-frying, boiling, or making cold dishes. They have a crisp texture and are a common ingredient in home-cooked meals.
Enoki MushroomEnoki mushrooms, using fresh enoki mushrooms as the main ingredient, are typically stir-fried or steamed with seasonings such as garlic and chili, preserving their tender texture and nutritional value—a quick and popular home-cooked dish.
Pan-fried DumplingsPot stickers are a traditional Chinese pan-fried dumpling made primarily with pork and chives. To prepare, fill dumpling wrappers with the filling, arrange them neatly in a pan, add适量 oil, and fry until the bottoms turn golden and crispy. Then add a small amount of water and steam until the tops of the dumplings are fully cooked.