Zhu's Skewer Bar
Barbecue · ⭐ 3.8
First shop north of Jinjiang Inn at No. 9 Pingyang Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Taiyuan, 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 First shop north of Jinjiang Inn at No. 9 Pingyang Road. It is a Barbecue place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Northeast Black Wood Ear, Kiss Sausage, High-quality Tofu Skin.
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: Taiyuan
- Category: Barbecue
- Rating: 3.8
- Address: First shop north of Jinjiang Inn at No. 9 Pingyang Road
- Popular dishes: Northeast Black Wood Ear, Kiss Sausage, High-quality Tofu Skin, Fermented soybean puff, Crispy Crab Cake
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Dishes
Northeast Black Wood EarNortheast Black Wood Ear is a traditional Northeast Chinese dish primarily made with black wood ear mushrooms. To prepare it, dried black wood ears are first soaked and then stir-fried simply with garlic, chili, and other seasonings. The dish features the unique tender and slippery texture of black wood ears, with a glossy black color and rich nutritional value.
Kiss SausageSweetheart sausage is a snack made primarily with sausages, grilled or pan-fried to achieve a golden crispy exterior and tender, juicy meat inside.
High-quality Tofu SkinHigh-quality tofu skin made from soybeans, known for its crisp texture and savory flavor. Commonly used in stir-fries, soups, or salads.
Fermented soybean puffSoybean puffs are a bean product made from yellow beans, formed into a porous semi-finished product after soaking and boiling. Commonly used in stewing or stir-frying with meat or vegetables, offering a soft, elastic texture.
Crispy Crab CakeCrab cake is a dish primarily made with crab meat. The preparation involves mixing crab meat with other seasonings to create a filling, which is then placed between two prepared crab shells. Finally, it is cooked using an appropriate method to set its shape and achieve a unique texture.
Sauces Beef BallsSauces牛丸 (Sauces Beef Balls) are made primarily from beef, mixed with a secret blend of seasonings, then minced into a meat paste and shaped into balls. The unique feature is that the balls contain a savory broth inside; during cooking, the high temperature melts the inner broth, causing it to flow out when bitten, delivering a delicious flavor.
Braised Lotus Root in Clear WaterClear water lotus root is a dish made primarily from fresh lotus roots. After peeling and slicing or cubing, the lotus root is boiled or blanched in clear water to retain its crisp and tender texture. Minimal seasoning with a little salt highlights the natural sweetness and crunch of the lotus root.
Noodles with lotus rootFried lotus root is a dish primarily made with lotus root. The lotus root is sliced or cut into strips, mixed evenly with flour, and deep-fried in oil until golden and crispy. A small amount of seasonings such as salt and five-spice powder can be added to enhance the flavor.
Duck BloodDuck blood dishes use fresh duck blood as the main ingredient, carefully prepared through skilled cooking. Typically, the duck blood is cut into pieces and cooked together with seasonings and ingredients such as scallions, ginger, and garlic to maintain its tender texture. Cooking methods may include boiling, stewing, or stir-frying, allowing the duck blood to fully absorb the flavors of the seasonings.