Xiangshu Lou Hot Pot (Huangqiao Branch)
Hot pot · ⭐ 3.5
No. 18, Sudai Road
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. 18, Sudai Road. It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Potato, Wide Rice Noodles, Spicy Pot Chicken.
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: Hot pot
- Rating: 3.5
- Address: No. 18, Sudai Road
- Popular dishes: Potato, Wide Rice Noodles, Spicy Pot Chicken, Pork Ribs, Maling Luncheon Meat
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Dishes
PotatoPotatoes are peeled and cut into cubes or slices, then cooked by frying, boiling, steaming, or stir-frying. Common preparations include potato shreds, braised potatoes with meat, mashed potatoes, and french fries. The main ingredient is potatoes, with optional seasonings such as scallions, ginger, garlic, and chili peppers added according to taste.
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.
Spicy Pot ChickenDry Pot Chicken is a dish made primarily with chicken, stir-fried with various spices and vegetables. The chicken is cut into pieces, marinated, then stir-fried together with chili peppers, garlic, ginger, and other seasonings. Finally, onions and green peppers are added and stir-fried evenly to create a flavorful, spicy dry pot style dish.
Pork RibsPork ribs are part of a pig's spine, typically including meat and bones. To prepare them, rinse the ribs and blanch them to remove any odor, then cook using methods such as stewing, boiling, roasting, or frying. Common seasonings like soy sauce, cooking wine, and ginger slices are added to enhance flavor.
Maling Luncheon MeatMerin Lunch Meat is a processed meat product primarily made from pork. The pork is minced into a paste, mixed with starch, salt, and other seasonings, then molded and steamed at high temperature. The finished product has a reddish color and a delicate texture.
KelpKelp is a dish primarily made with kelp as the main ingredient, typically prepared by mixing it cold, boiling it into soup, or stir-frying. Kelp is rich in iodine and various minerals, with a smooth and tender texture, making it one of the most common seafood products.
Stewed Chicken with SpicesStewed chicken with spicy flavor, known as 'Burnt Chicken', is a dish primarily made with chicken, typically using male chicken cut into pieces and braised together with chili peppers, Sichuan peppercorns, ginger, garlic, and other seasonings to make the meat flavorful and tender. Commonly added ingredients include doubanjiang (fermented broad bean paste), cooking wine, and soy sauce, which are slowly simmered over low heat to allow the flavors to blend harmoniously.
Frog LegsFrogs legs, known for their tender texture and delicious flavor, are the main ingredient in this dish. Typically stir-fried with chili peppers, scallions, ginger, and garlic, the frogs' legs are carefully cooked to achieve a tender and richly flavored result—making it a nutritious and delightful delicacy.
Fermented soybean skinFermented soybean curd, a traditional Chinese soy product. Made from yellow soybeans through soaking, grinding, boiling, and other processes, which form a film on the surface of soy milk that is then dried. It has a yellow-white color, dry texture, and a rich soy aroma. In cooking, it can be paired with meat or vegetables and prepared using methods such as stir-frying, stewing, or boiling to create various delicious dishes.
Lotus Root SlicesLotus root slices are made from fresh lotus roots, washed and sliced, then combined with seasonings such as garlic and chili peppers, and cooked by stir-frying or served cold. The dish showcases the natural white color of the lotus root slices, offering a crisp and tender texture—making it a refreshing home-style delicacy.
Fried Rice with EggsFried rice with eggs is a home-style dish primarily made from rice, eggs, and green onions. The method involves breaking up leftover rice, mixing eggs with a pinch of salt, heating a wok with oil, pouring in the egg mixture to cook until set, then adding the rice and stir-frying. Finally, sprinkle with chopped green onions and适量 salt, and stir-fry evenly.
Tofu SkinTofu skin is a thin sheet-like food made from soybeans. It is typically produced by heating soy milk until a film forms on the surface, which is then removed and dried either by air or sun. It can be prepared by stir-frying, braising, or used as an outer layer to wrap fillings such as minced meat or vegetables. The texture is chewy and elastic.
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.
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.