Old Beijing Charcoal Hot Pot (Wanxing Garden Branch)
Hot pot · ⭐ 4.4
Between Bayidao and Jiudao Streets on Minzu Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Changchun, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Between Bayidao and Jiudao Streets on Minzu 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: Frozen Tofu, Dried Tofu Sheet, Maling Luncheon Meat.
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: Changchun
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 4.4
- Address: Between Bayidao and Jiudao Streets on Minzu Road
- Popular dishes: Frozen Tofu, Dried Tofu Sheet, Maling Luncheon Meat, Crystal Rice Noodles, Large Iron Plate Squid
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Dishes
Frozen TofuFrozen tofu is made by freezing fresh tofu, which develops a honeycomb-like structure inside with many pores and good elasticity. It can be cooked with various ingredients, offering a rich and diverse texture.
Dried Tofu SheetDry tofu is a soy-based product made from yellow beans, processed through steps such as grinding, boiling the slurry, adding coagulant, and pressing. It has a thick texture and a resilient, chewy consistency, making it suitable for slicing, dicing, or cutting into strips for cooking. Common preparation methods include cold mixing, stir-frying, stewing, or using it as a wrap ingredient in dishes.
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.
Crystal Rice NoodlesCrystal noodles are transparent, vermicelli-like foods made primarily from mung bean or sweet potato starch. They are steamed or boiled after mixing with water and become clear, firm strands when cooled. Soak in warm water before eating; suitable for salads, stir-fries, or soups. Enjoy a smooth, chewy texture.
Large Iron Plate SquidFresh large squid is marinated and quickly stir-fried on a hot iron plate, served with onions and peppers for a savory, aromatic dish.
Special Fresh Shrimp DumplingsSpecial fresh shrimp paste made from fresh large shrimp, deveined and minced, mixed with starch, egg white, and seasonings for a tender texture. Usually steamed or boiled to preserve the shrimp's freshness and elasticity.
Sweet and Spicy Duck HeadSweet and spicy duck heads is a specialty dish primarily made with duck heads. The preparation involves marinating the duck heads, then cooking them in a specially prepared sweet and spicy sauce until the duck heads fully absorb the sauce, resulting in a flavor that blends sweetness and spiciness.
Clam NoodlesClam rice noodles is a dish primarily made with clams (cockles) and vermicelli. After washing the clams, they are stir-fried with seasonings such as green onions, ginger, and garlic, then simmered in broth or water until the clams open. Next, rehydrated vermicelli is added and cooked until fully flavored. Finally, chili peppers, cilantro, or other seasonings can be added according to taste.
SpinachSpinach is a dish primarily made with fresh spinach as the main ingredient. The preparation typically involves washing the spinach, then quickly stir-frying it in hot oil, adding适量 salt and seasonings, and cooking until the spinach becomes tender and vibrant in color.
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.
Mustard greensGongcai, also known as Tai Gan, is a dried vegetable made from the fleshy stems of lettuce-family plants through processes such as sun-drying and pickling. It has a bright green color and a crisp texture. To prepare, soak it in water first, then mix with seasonings.
Beng LuoboBeng Luobo is a salty dried vegetable made from white radish slices, salted and sun-dried. Main ingredients are white radish; preparation includes slicing, salting, and dehydration. It has a crisp, slightly salty taste and can be eaten raw or used in stir-fries and soups.
Duck Intestine Fried RiceDuck intestine fried rice is a stir-fried dish primarily made with duck intestines and rice. After cleaning, the duck intestines are cut into segments and stir-fried together with rice in a wok. Seasonings such as scallions, ginger, and garlic are added, followed by soy sauce and salt according to taste, until evenly blended and flavorful.
Yin-Yang Hot PotA double-boiled hot pot is a divided-style hot pot, typically split into two parts: one side with a clear or spicy broth, and the other with a different flavor (such as mushroom soup or tomato soup). Main ingredients include beef, lamb, seafood, vegetables, tofu products, and various meatballs, which are cooked in different broths.
Spicy ScallopsSpicy scallops made with fresh scallop meat, stir-fried with chili, Sichuan pepper, ginger, and garlic. Tender scallops absorb the spicy flavor quickly, offering a rich taste.
Spicy Duck FeetSpicy duck feet is a dish made primarily with duck feet, blanched and then stir-fried or stewed with chili peppers, Sichuan peppercorns, and other spices. It has a bright red color, soft yet chewy texture, and a rich spicy-numbing flavor.
Black CuttlefishBlack tripe is a dish made primarily from beef tripe, typically cleaned, blanched in hot water to remove odor, then stir-fried or stewed with葱姜蒜 and chili for a crisp texture and rich flavor.
Longkou VermicelliLongkou vermicelli is a dish primarily made with Longkou vermicelli, typically served with vegetables, meat, or seafood. After being soaked in warm water and blanched, the vermicelli is stir-fried or simmered in soup with ingredients, resulting in a smooth, elastic texture.
Lobster BallsLobster balls are made from fresh lobster, with the shells removed and the meat carefully shaped into spheres. After being marinated with appropriate seasonings to absorb flavor, they are cooked using high-heat stir-frying or steaming methods, preserving the lobster's tender and fresh taste.