Mapo Tofu (Tai'an Street Branch)
Sichuan cuisine · ⭐ 4.0
East side of the road, 200 meters south of the intersection of Dongfeng Road, Shangdu Road, and Tai'an Road (opposite Hengye Electric Appliances)
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Zhengzhou, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at East side of the road, 200 meters south of the intersection of Dongfeng Road, Shangdu Road, and Tai'an Road (opposite Hengye Electric Appliances). It is a Sichuan cuisine place, and the flavors are spicy (numbing/spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Hammer-Pounded Garlic Cucumber Salad, Stir-Fried Beef with Yellow Onion, Braised Pork with Dried Beans.
If you cannot eat spicy food, use Dragon Mate to say “no spicy” before ordering, and tell the staff clearly.
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: Zhengzhou
- Category: Sichuan cuisine
- Rating: 4.0
- Address: East side of the road, 200 meters south of the intersection of Dongfeng Road, Shangdu Road, and Tai'an Road (opposite Hengye Electric Appliances)
- Popular dishes: Hammer-Pounded Garlic Cucumber Salad, Stir-Fried Beef with Yellow Onion, Braised Pork with Dried Beans, Dry Pot Cabbage with Vermicelli, Spicy Pork Intestines in Dry Pot
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Dishes
Hammer-Pounded Garlic Cucumber SaladA refreshing cold dish made with cucumber and garlic, where the cucumber is smashed and mixed with minced garlic, salt, vinegar, and sesame oil for a crisp, garlicky flavor.
Stir-Fried Beef with Yellow OnionStir-fried Yellow Beef is a dish made primarily with yellow beef and vegetables. To prepare it, slice the yellow beef thinly, marinate it with seasonings to infuse flavor, then quickly stir-fry it together with garlic, ginger, chili peppers, and other ingredients to maintain the beef's tender texture.
Braised Pork with Dried BeansStewed pork belly with dried beans is a dish made from pork belly and dried beans. Pork is blanched, then simmered with dried beans and seasonings like soy sauce, sugar, and cooking wine until tender.
Dry Pot Cabbage with VermicelliA stir-fried dish of cabbage and vermicelli, seasoned with chili and garlic, known for its spicy and savory flavor.
Spicy Pork Intestines in Dry PotA spicy Sichuan dish made with pork intestines stir-fried with dried chilies, garlic, and ginger, delivering a rich, aromatic flavor.
Sichuan Boiled Pork SlicesSichuan-style boiled pork slices is a dish made primarily with thin slices of lean pork, paired with vegetables such as mung bean sprouts and greens, and cooked by boiling. First, the vegetables are blanched, then the marinated pork slices are added to boiling water to cook through. Finally, a spicy and numbing sauce is prepared by stir-frying chili peppers, Sichuan peppercorns, and other seasonings, resulting in a fresh, fragrant, tender, and smooth texture.
Tomato and Egg Stir-FryTomato and egg stir-fry is a home-style dish primarily made with tomatoes and eggs. First, scramble the eggs and cook them until done, then set aside. Next, chop the tomatoes into pieces and stir-fry until soft. Finally, add the cooked eggs back into the pan, mix well with the tomatoes, and stir-fry evenly. Season to taste and serve.
Sweet and Sour Pork TenderloinSweet and sour pork is a classic Chinese dish primarily made with pork tenderloin. The preparation involves cutting the tenderloin into strips, marinating it, then deep-frying until golden and crispy. It is finally coated with a sweet and sour sauce made from sugar, vinegar, ketchup, and other seasonings, creating a deliciously tangy and sweet flavor.
Spicy Chicken with ChiliSpicy chicken is a dish made primarily with chicken, seasoned with large amounts of chili peppers and spices. The chicken is cut into pieces, marinated, then stir-fried at high heat with chili peppers, Sichuan peppercorns, and other seasonings to allow the chicken to fully absorb the spicy and fragrant flavors, resulting in a bright red color and a distinctive numbingly spicy, savory taste.
Mapo TofuMapo Tofu is a traditional dish made primarily with tofu, seasoned with minced meat and doubanjiang (fermented broad bean paste). First, cut the tofu into cubes, then stir-fry the minced meat and doubanjiang. Add the tofu cubes and gently stir-fry until well-seasoned, then reduce the sauce to finish.