Liu Ji Lobster and Lamb Spine Hot Pot (Nanqi Store)
小吃快餐 · ⭐ 3.9
Street-front shops along Nanwang Street, Jinyu Nanqili
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Hefei, 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 Street-front shops along Nanwang Street, Jinyu Nanqili. 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: Spicy Twelve-Flavor Crawfish, Headless Lobster, Salted Pepper Shrimp.
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: 小吃快餐
- Rating: 3.9
- Address: Street-front shops along Nanwang Street, Jinyu Nanqili
- Popular dishes: Spicy Twelve-Flavor Crawfish, Headless Lobster, Salted Pepper Shrimp, Grilled Crucian Carp, Special Lamb Spine
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Dishes
Spicy Twelve-Flavor CrawfishSpicy crayfish is made with fresh crayfish as the main ingredient, stir-fried with a blend of spices such as star anise, cassia bark, Sichuan pepper, and chili. First, the crayfish are cleaned and blanched to remove any fishy odor, then the spices are fried in oil until fragrant, followed by stir-frying the crayfish. Finally, water is added and the dish is simmered until fully flavored.
Headless LobsterFresh lobster with head removed, cooked in garlic butter and white wine for a rich, savory flavor.
Salted Pepper ShrimpBlack pepper salt shrimp is a dish made with fresh shrimp that are marinated and then deep-fried until the surface becomes crispy, followed by stir-frying with black pepper salt seasoning. The main ingredients include shrimp, black pepper salt powder, and辅料 such as green onions, ginger, and garlic. The cooking process emphasizes precise heat control to ensure the shrimp meat remains tender while the outer layer absorbs a rich, aromatic black pepper salt flavor.
Grilled Crucian CarpRoasted crucian carp is a dish featuring crucian carp as the main ingredient. The fish is cleaned, scored on both sides, marinated with salt and cooking wine, then grilled in an oven or over charcoal until fully cooked and tender.
Special Lamb SpineSpecial羊蝎子 features lamb spine bones as the main ingredient, paired with carrots, potatoes, and onions, and seasoned with star anise, cassia bark, and bay leaves. After blanching to remove odor, it's slowly stewed for a long time to achieve tender meat and rich broth.
Century Egg TofuPidan tofu is a traditional dish made primarily from century eggs and soft tofu. The preparation is simple: chop the century eggs and mix them with the soft tofu, then season with scallions, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, and other seasonings, mixing well.
Glass NoodlesGlass noodles are thin, elongated food products primarily made from mung bean, sweet potato, or potato starch, and are produced by steaming and sun-drying. During preparation, the starch slurry is heated to solidify, then cut into fine strands and dried. Before eating, they must be soaked in warm water and can be stir-fried, boiled, mixed, or used in soups, often paired with meats, vegetables, and seafood.
Goat Spine Hot PotMutton spine hot pot features mutton spines as the main ingredient, combined with various spices and vegetables. The mutton spines are first stewed, then additional ingredients such as tofu and vegetables are added for hot pot cooking. The broth is rich and flavorful, with tender, succulent meat.
Golden Garlic ShrimpFresh shrimp stir-fried in a golden broth with abundant garlic, resulting in tender shrimp and rich, savory flavor.
Duck FeetDuck feet, made from duck's feet, offer a unique texture after cooking. Typically, duck feet are first braised or stewed to fully absorb the flavors of the seasonings, becoming soft and tender. During cooking, spices such as chili peppers and Sichuan peppercorns can be added to enhance the spicy and numbing flavor. Finally, the duck feet develop an appealing brown sauce color, with fresh and tender meat—making them an excellent dish for drinking alcohol or enjoying with meals.