Yong Ji Wa Kao
Barbecue · ⭐ 4.0
No. 13, east side of the northern extension of Wuyi Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Taiyuan, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 13, east side of the northern extension of Wuyi Road. It is a Barbecue place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Orleans Chicken Wings, Charcoal-Roasted Potato Slices, Grilled Squid Skewers.
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: 4.0
- Address: No. 13, east side of the northern extension of Wuyi Road
- Popular dishes: Orleans Chicken Wings, Charcoal-Roasted Potato Slices, Grilled Squid Skewers, Beef Brisket Hot Pot, Tile-Grilled Meat
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Dishes
Orleans Chicken WingsOrleans chicken wings are made from chicken wing sections, marinated and then grilled. The marinade includes Orleans-style seasoning with spices, sugar, salt, and soy sauce to infuse flavor. Typically, the wings are marinated for several hours or overnight before being roasted until the skin is slightly charred and the meat is fully cooked.
Charcoal-Roasted Potato SlicesCharcoal-grilled potato slices are thinly cut potatoes roasted over charcoal until the surface is slightly charred and the inside is tender. Main ingredient is potato, with a small amount of oil and seasonings like salt and black pepper added during preparation.
Grilled Squid SkewersGrilled squid skewers made with fresh squid cut into strips and marinated before being grilled on bamboo sticks until slightly charred and firm.
Beef Brisket Hot PotBeef brisket pot features beef brisket as the main ingredient, paired with vegetables like potatoes and carrots, slow-cooked to tender perfection. The brisket is blanched to remove odor, then simmered with spices until the meat is soft and the broth rich.
Tile-Grilled MeatTile-grilled meat is a dish made primarily with pork or beef, where sliced meat is grilled on special tiles. The meat is usually marinated before being cooked on heated tiles until tender and fragrant.
Tile Grilled MeatTile grilled meat is a dish made with fresh meat as the main ingredient, cooked using a special tile as the grilling tool. The main ingredients include beef, mutton, or pork, which are marinated and grilled on tiles, preserving the tenderness and aroma of the meat.
Stuffed Pork BellyDoubao meat is a traditional dish primarily made with pig's stomach and pork. The preparation involves cutting the pork into small pieces, seasoning it, stuffing it into the pig's stomach, sewing the stomach closed, and then simmering until fully cooked.
Bird's Nest ChickenAbalone chicken is a stewed dish primarily made with chicken thigh meat and fish maw. The chicken thighs are cut into pieces and cooked together with rehydrated fish maw in a clay pot, along with water, ginger slices, and cooking wine. It is slowly simmered until the chicken becomes tender and the fish maw releases its gelatinous essence, resulting in a rich and thick broth.
Medicated Steamed Lamb RibsMedicated Steamed Lamb Ribs features tender lamb ribs steamed with Chinese medicinal herbs like astragalus, goji berries, and angelica root for a nourishing and flavorful dish.
Aluminum-Wrapped Enoki MushroomsAluminum foil enoki mushrooms is a dish made primarily with enoki mushrooms, seasoned with garlic, chili, and other spices, then grilled. The enoki mushrooms are wrapped in aluminum foil, absorbing the flavors of the seasonings during grilling, resulting in a fresh, tender texture with a spicy and savory taste.
Fresh Lamb SkewersFresh lamb skewers are made by cutting fresh lamb into chunks and threading them onto bamboo skewers. After marinating, they are slowly grilled over charcoal until golden brown, resulting in tender meat with an aromatic flavor.