Xiao Mu Chu (Xaio Mu Chu - Xin Ao Dian)
Hot pot · ⭐ 4.8
West Food Street, Basement Level, Xin'ao Shopping Center, Hu Jing East Road (opposite Starbucks)
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Beijing, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at West Food Street, Basement Level, Xin'ao Shopping Center, Hu Jing East Road (opposite Starbucks). It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Pork Belly, Spoon Nuts, Tendon 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: Beijing
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 4.8
- Address: West Food Street, Basement Level, Xin'ao Shopping Center, Hu Jing East Road (opposite Starbucks)
- Popular dishes: Pork Belly, Spoon Nuts, Tendon Meat, Hand-Hammered Fresh Beef Balls, Cantonese Fried Tofu Skin
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Dishes
Pork BellyPork belly is the pork from the pig's abdomen, with a mix of fat and lean meat, tender in texture. It is commonly used for braising, stewing, or frying in Chinese cuisine.
Spoon NutsTenderloin, taken from the inner layer of the beef shoulder tender, shaped like a key, hence its name. To prepare, slice the tenderloin thinly, marinate with simple seasonings, then quickly blanch in hot pot until it changes color. The meat is fresh and tender, melting in your mouth—ideal for hot pot dishes.
Tendon MeatAnglo is a dish made primarily from long strips of beef taken from the back of the cow, sliced thinly using precise knife skills, and then cooked with specially prepared seasonings. Its meat is tender and flavorful, making it a popular choice for hot pot or barbecue.
Hand-Hammered Fresh Beef BallsHand-hammered fresh beef balls are made from fresh beef, which is manually pounded into a meat paste and then carefully shaped into meatballs. The制作 process preserves the original flavor of the beef, resulting in a tender and firm texture.
Cantonese Fried Tofu SkinChao Shan fried tofu skin is a traditional snack from Chaozhou. It uses tofu skin as the main ingredient, which is filled with stuffing and then deep-fried until golden and crispy. The tofu skin is fragrant and crunchy, while the filling is delicious and flavorful, offering a rich and satisfying texture.
Cantonese Fried Tofu SkinChao Shan fried tofu skin is a traditional snack from Chaozhou-Shantou region, primarily made with tofu skin. The preparation involves cutting the tofu skin into appropriate sizes and deep-frying it in hot oil until golden and crispy. After frying, the tofu skin becomes fragrant and crunchy, suitable both as a snack or as a side dish.
Braised Beef Brisket from Chao-ShanChar Siu Beef Noodle is a dish featuring beef brisket as the main ingredient, slow-cooked until tender and seasoned with soy sauce, sugar, star anise, and bay leaves for rich flavor.
Chao Shan Rice NoodlesChao Shan Kui Tiao is a traditional Chaoshan snack made primarily from wide rice noodle sheets, served with beef, offal, or seafood, and cooked in a rich broth. The noodles are briefly blanched and then simmered together with the broth, followed by the addition of seasonings and side ingredients. It offers a smooth, elastic texture.
Beef Bone Soup PotBeef bone soup pot is a nutritious dish primarily made with beef bones and various vegetables. The preparation involves long-simmering the beef bones to extract the essence from the marrow, creating a rich and flavorful broth. Fresh vegetables and tofu are then added, allowing diners to cook and enjoy the ingredients gradually while preserving their natural flavors.
Beef TenderloinBeef brisket is made from the most active muscle in the cow's neck, named for its marbled fat distribution. To prepare it, slice the brisket thinly and briefly blanch it in boiling water, then enjoy with a specially crafted sauce.
Homemade Plum Syrup DrinkHomemade hibiscus tea is a traditional Chinese beverage made primarily from black plums, hawthorn, licorice root, and sweetened with rock sugar. It has a bright red color and a balanced sour-sweet taste, known for its ability to cool the body and aid digestion.