Shanhetun Iron Pot Stew (Hengda Central Plaza Branch)
Northeastern Chinese cuisine · ⭐ 4.6
Commercial Building 35, Evergrande Central Plaza, Huainan Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Hefei, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Commercial Building 35, Evergrande Central Plaza, Huainan Road. It is a Northeastern Chinese cuisine place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Northeastern Frog and Potato Stew, Northeast Vermicelli, Farmhouse Flower Bun.
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: Hefei
- Category: Northeastern Chinese cuisine
- Rating: 4.6
- Address: Commercial Building 35, Evergrande Central Plaza, Huainan Road
- Popular dishes: Northeastern Frog and Potato Stew, Northeast Vermicelli, Farmhouse Flower Bun, Sweet Potato Caramelized Threads, Rooster Pot
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Dishes
Northeastern Frog and Potato StewA Northeast Chinese dish featuring frog and potatoes stewed together with aromatic spices, resulting in a rich, savory flavor.
Northeast VermicelliNortheastern vermicelli is made from high-quality sweet potatoes and potatoes through multiple processing steps. The noodles are semi-transparent and become smooth and slippery when cooked. They are commonly stewed with pork and pickled cabbage, absorbing the broth thoroughly to create a delicious flavor.
Farmhouse Flower BunA traditional Chinese steamed bun made from fermented dough, often filled with pork and cabbage or red bean paste, known for its soft texture and savory flavor.
Sweet Potato Caramelized ThreadsA classic Chinese dessert made by frying sweet potatoes and coating them in caramelized sugar syrup to create a delicate, pullable thread effect.
Rooster PotThe rooster pot dish is made with a whole rooster as the main ingredient, combined with vegetables such as potatoes, carrots, and onions, and seasoned with soy sauce, cooking wine, star anise, and ginger slices. The chicken is slowly stewed for a long time, resulting in tender meat and rich broth, with all ingredients fully absorbing the flavors of the seasonings.
Crispy Fried Fresh MushroomsDry-fried fresh mushrooms are made primarily from fresh mushrooms. After washing and removing the stems, the mushrooms are drained and lightly coated with starch or flour before being deep-fried in hot oil until the surface turns golden and crispy. The finished dish is crispy on the outside and tender inside, preserving the fresh aroma of the mushrooms.
Pork Rib and Chicken Stew PotA hearty stew combining pork ribs and chicken, slow-cooked until tender with vegetables like potatoes and carrots for a rich, savory flavor.
Pork Rib PotPork rib pot is made with selected pork ribs as the main ingredient, paired with various seasonal vegetables such as corn, carrots, and potatoes, and carefully stewed. The pork ribs are tender and juicy, the broth is rich and flavorful, and the vegetables add a sweet crunch, making it a nutritious dish.
Fried Enoki MushroomsFried enoki mushrooms is a dish made primarily from enoki mushrooms, seasoned with oil, salt, and other seasonings. The preparation method involves washing the enoki mushrooms, tearing them into small strips, marinating them, coating them in batter or breadcrumbs, then frying them in hot oil until golden and crispy.
Special Goose PotSpecialty goose pot features a whole goose with辅料 like potatoes, vermicelli, and cabbage, prepared by blanching, stir-frying, and stewing. Goose meat is slow-cooked with seasonings until tender and the broth rich.
Stewed Chicken PotBèn Jī Guō is made with local chicken as the main ingredient, simmered with various medicinal herbs and spices. During cooking, chicken pieces are first stir-fried until slightly golden, then combined with a specially prepared sauce and适量 water, slowly stewed until the meat becomes tender and the broth rich and flavorful.
Green BeansGreen beans are a common vegetable, primarily made from green beans, usually blanched or stir-fried. Garlic and ginger can be added during cooking, and it pairs well with meat or tofu.
Sweet and Sour PorkGuobaorou is a traditional dish made primarily from pork tenderloin. The meat is sliced and marinated, then deep-fried in hot oil until golden and crispy. It is then stir-fried with a sweet and sour sauce made from sugar and vinegar, ensuring each piece of meat is evenly coated with the sauce.