Xin Yue Zhai (Douban Hutong Restaurant)
Home-style Chinese cuisine · ⭐ 3.8
No. 4 Mennei Douban Hutong (next to the Muslim Temple)
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Beijing, 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. 4 Mennei Douban Hutong (next to the Muslim Temple). It is a Home-style Chinese cuisine place, and the flavors are homestyle (mainly savory). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Jingdong Meat Pie, Beef Dumplings, Beef Noodles.
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: Home-style Chinese cuisine
- Rating: 3.8
- Address: No. 4 Mennei Douban Hutong (next to the Muslim Temple)
- Popular dishes: Jingdong Meat Pie, Beef Dumplings, Beef Noodles, Braised Meatballs in Clay Pot, Sugar-oil pancake
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Dishes
Jingdong Meat PieJingdong meat pies are made primarily from pork and flour. The pork is minced into a filling, seasoned, wrapped in dough, and then pan-fried. The crust turns golden and crispy, while the filling remains tender and juicy.
Beef DumplingsBeef buns are made with high-quality beef as the main ingredient, combined with seasonings such as green onions and ginger, finely chopped to form the filling. The dough is made from high-gluten flour, fermented, then rolled into round wrappers to enclose the beef filling before steaming. The finished product has a soft, white outer skin and a savory, juicy interior.
Beef NoodlesBeef noodles are a noodle dish primarily made with noodles and beef. The cooked noodles are served with tender pieces or slices of beef that have been stewed, then topped with a rich beef broth, and finally garnished with chopped green onions and cilantro for added aroma.
Braised Meatballs in Clay PotBraised meatballs made from pork or beef, mixed with starch, egg white, scallions, and ginger, then simmered in a clay pot until tender. Often cooked with cabbage, tofu, and vermicelli for richer flavor.
Sugar-oil pancakeSugar oil cake is a traditional Chinese pastry made from flour mixed with sugar and oil to form a dough, which is fermented and then pan-fried. Its surface is golden and crispy, while the inside is soft and sweet, with a rich aroma of sugar and oil.
Sweet and Sour Pork TenderloinSweet and sour pork is a classic Chinese dish primarily made with pork tenderloin. The preparation involves cutting the tenderloin into strips, marinating it, then deep-frying until golden and crispy. It is finally coated with a sweet and sour sauce made from sugar, vinegar, ketchup, and other seasonings, creating a deliciously tangy and sweet flavor.
Offal SoupOffal soup is a dish made primarily from sheep offal such as sheep stomach, liver, lungs, and intestines, carefully simmered to create a rich broth. The preparation involves placing the offal together with appropriate seasonings and water into a pot, then slowly stewing over low heat until the broth turns milky white and the offal is tender and flavorful.
Mutton Noodle SoupLamb boiled noodle is a dish where lamb is sliced or cubed and cooked together with noodles in boiling water. The main ingredients include lamb and noodles made from flour, along with seasonings such as green onions and ginger. First, the lamb is blanched to remove any odor, then it is cooked together with the noodles, and finally seasoned with an appropriate amount of salt and spices.
Scallion Stir-Fried LambScallion stir-fried lamb is a dish primarily made with lamb and scallions. The preparation involves slicing the lamb, stir-frying it together with sliced scallions, and quickly cooking it with seasonings until done.
Tofu puddingTofu pudding is a traditional delicacy made primarily from soft tofu, processed through a special technique that gives it a细腻柔滑的脑花状 texture. It is usually served with seasonings such as soy sauce, green onions, and cilantro, offering a rich flavor and nutritious health benefits.
Sour Stir-Fried Egg with Wood Ear MushroomsSweet and sour wood ear is a home-style dish made primarily with beef tenderloin, eggs, scallions, ginger, and other ingredients. The preparation involves slicing the meat, marinating it, mixing it with beaten egg liquid, stir-frying, and finally adding vinegar and soy sauce for seasoning. Scallions and ginger are sprinkled just before serving.
Sautéed Lamb with Egg BatterGuotà Yángròu is a Chinese dish featuring lamb as the main ingredient. The lamb is sliced, marinated, coated in egg and starch, then pan-fried until golden brown for a crispy exterior and tender interior. Aromatics like scallions, ginger, and garlic are added during cooking, followed by a savory sauce to enhance flavor.