Socialist Big Pot (Wuchang Head Branch)
Northeastern Chinese cuisine · ⭐ 4.3
No. 228 Tongda Avenue
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Harbin, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 228 Tongda Avenue. It is a Northeastern Chinese cuisine place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Corn Cake, Wide Rice Noodles, Small 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: Harbin
- Category: Northeastern Chinese cuisine
- Rating: 4.3
- Address: No. 228 Tongda Avenue
- Popular dishes: Corn Cake, Wide Rice Noodles, Small Chicken, Small Steamed Bun, Pickled Vegetables
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Dishes
Corn CakeCorn cake is a traditional Chinese flour dish made primarily from cornmeal. After fermentation, it is shaped into round cakes and pan-fried. The surface is golden and crispy, while the inside is soft and sweet, with a rich corn aroma.
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.
Small ChickenXiaoben Chicken is a dish made primarily with local chickens, using small, firm-boned birds that are blanched and then stewed with ginger slices and green onions to create tender, flavorful meat and rich broth.
Small Steamed BunLittle flower buns are a traditional Chinese wheat-based dish. Made primarily from flour, the dough is fermented, rolled into thin sheets, and then shaped into flower-like forms. Steam-cooked to perfection, they have a soft texture with distinct layers.
Pickled VegetablesSide dishes usually consist of seasonal vegetables, pickled foods, or cooked meats, simply seasoned and arranged on the plate for serving. Fresh ingredients and a refreshing taste make them an excellent appetizer for the table.
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.
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.
Chinese cabbageChinese cabbage is a common vegetable with翠绿色 leaves and a crisp texture. It is typically cooked by stir-frying, boiling, or stewing to preserve its natural flavor, and can also be paired with other ingredients to enhance its taste and texture.
Tendon and Brain MeatGintoubana is a traditional dish primarily made with beef tendons and beef brain. During preparation, beef tendons are first stewed until tender, then beef brain is gently stirred in to maintain its delicate texture. Finally, appropriate spices and seasonings are added to create a rich and flavorful dish.
EggplantEggplant is a common vegetable typically sliced into segments or pieces for cooking. Preparation methods include stir-frying, braising in brown sauce, frying, steaming, or stewing, often combined with seasonings such as garlic, ginger, and green onions. It can also be cooked together with meats or soy-based products.
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.
CarpCarp is a common freshwater fish, typically cooked by steaming, braising, or frying. Main ingredient is live carp, with辅料 like ginger, scallions, and cooking wine. Steaming keeps the flesh tender, braising makes it flavorful, and frying gives a crispy skin.