Lao Tai Men Soup Dumplings (Houcun Store)
小吃快餐 · ⭐ 3.5
No. 99 South Section, Yanta North Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Xi'an, Dragon Mate users do not strongly recommend this restaurant. If you enjoy exploring, you can still try it and see what you find. This restaurant is located at No. 99 South Section, Yanta North Road. It is a 小吃快餐 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Pumpkin Porridge, Jiaxing Honey Date Zongzi, Rice Porridge.
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: Xi'an
- Category: 小吃快餐
- Rating: 3.5
- Address: No. 99 South Section, Yanta North Road
- Popular dishes: Pumpkin Porridge, Jiaxing Honey Date Zongzi, Rice Porridge, Spicy Beef, Breakfast Porridge
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Dishes
Pumpkin PorridgePumpkin porridge is a dish made primarily from pumpkin and rice. The preparation is simple: first peel and cut the pumpkin into pieces, then add it together with washed rice into a pot, along with适量 water. Cook until the rice is soft and the pumpkin is tender. Finally, season to taste with an appropriate amount of sugar or salt.
Jiaxing Honey Date ZongziJiaxing honey date zongzi is made with glutinous rice and sweet red dates, wrapped in bamboo leaves and steamed to create a soft, sweet traditional snack from the Jiangnan region.
Rice PorridgeMillet porridge is a type of porridge made primarily from millet. The preparation method is simple: wash the millet, then boil it with an appropriate amount of water, and simmer over low heat until the porridge becomes thick.
Spicy BeefNew spicy beef dish made with tender beef slices stir-fried in a rich, aromatic sauce with Sichuan peppercorns and chili.
Breakfast PorridgeBreakfast porridge is a liquid food made primarily from rice or millet, cooked with water. It often includes lean meat, vegetables, eggs, or legumes, adjusted to personal taste. After soaking, grains are slowly simmered until thick and smooth.
Whole Grain Hot DogA whole grain hot dog features a hearty whole grain bun filled with a savory sausage and fresh vegetables like lettuce and tomato, offering a nutritious and satisfying meal.
Oat Yogurt BunA healthy bread made from oats and yogurt, with a soft, slightly tangy texture and rich in fiber and probiotics, ideal for breakfast or afternoon tea.
Beef Noodle StewA hearty dish made with beef and rice noodles, slow-cooked in a savory broth with aromatic spices.
Rice WineRice wine is a traditional fermented beverage made primarily from glutinous rice or regular rice. The production process includes soaking the rice, steaming it, adding yeast starter (qu) to ferment, and finally filtering and clarifying to obtain clear rice wine.
Sour Cabbage NoodlesSuancai Fenliang is a dish made primarily from pickled cabbage and starch noodles. The pickled cabbage has a sour taste, while the noodles, usually made from sweet potato or mung bean, are smooth and slippery. The cabbage is cut into pieces and cooked together with the noodles, then seasoned to blend the flavors.
Tremella SoupTangyuan soup is a dessert made primarily from silver ear fungus, which is gently simmered to perfectly blend the nutrient-rich and delicious qualities of the fungus. The soup has a delicate texture, with the gelatinous substance from the silver ear giving it a smooth, silky mouthfeel. When combined with an appropriate amount of rock sugar, it offers a sweet taste without being overly rich, making it both nutritious and satisfying.
Bok Choy and Mushroom DumplingsVegetable and mushroom dumplings made with fresh greens and mushrooms, finely chopped and mixed with seasonings, then wrapped in dough and steamed. No excess oil is used to preserve the natural flavors.
Chicken Silk RollA Chinese dish made by rolling shredded chicken and vegetables in thin pancakes, steamed until tender and flavorful.