Cao Yuan Iron Pot Stew (Huayin Central Branch)
Northeastern Chinese cuisine · ⭐ 4.1
No. 71-3, Chang'er Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Hangzhou, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 71-3, Chang'er Road. It is a Northeastern Chinese cuisine place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Big Noodle Salad, Corn Cake, Homestyle Cold Dish.
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: Hangzhou
- Category: Northeastern Chinese cuisine
- Rating: 4.1
- Address: No. 71-3, Chang'er Road
- Popular dishes: Big Noodle Salad, Corn Cake, Homestyle Cold Dish, Home-style dish, Pickled Vegetables
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Dishes
Big Noodle SaladDa La Pi is a dish made by mixing thin, transparent rice noodles with fresh vegetables such as cucumber, carrot, and wood ear mushroom, then dressing them with a special sauce. The rice noodles are wide and thin, transparent and elastic, while the vegetables are crisp and refreshing, creating a rich and varied texture.
Corn CakeCorn cake is a traditional Chinese flour dish made primarily from cornmeal. After fermentation, it is shaped into round cakes and pan-fried. The surface is golden and crispy, while the inside is soft and sweet, with a rich corn aroma.
Homestyle Cold DishHome-style cold dish is a refreshing appetizer mainly made from various vegetables, with primary ingredients including cucumber, carrot, wood ear mushroom, and bean sprouts. The preparation method is simple: slice the ingredients and mix them with seasonings such as vinegar, soy sauce, and garlic paste.
Home-style dishHome-style dishes are meals primarily made with seasonal vegetables, meat, or seafood, prepared through simple cooking methods such as stir-frying, boiling, or steaming. These methods preserve the natural flavors of the ingredients, making the dishes easy to prepare and nutritionally rich.
Pickled VegetablesSide dishes usually consist of seasonal vegetables, pickled foods, or cooked meats, simply seasoned and arranged on the plate for serving. Fresh ingredients and a refreshing taste make them an excellent appetizer for the table.
Mixed Tiger SaladSpicy mixed vegetable salad, known as 'Bànhǔcài', is a cold dish primarily made with vegetables such as green peppers, cucumbers, and cilantro. The preparation is simple: slice the ingredients and mix them with seasonings like soy sauce, vinegar, and garlic paste until well combined.
Stewed Pork Ribs in Small PotA hearty dish of pork ribs stewed with vegetables in a small pot, resulting in rich flavor and tender meat.
Sautéed Pork StripsLiu Rou Duan is a traditional dish primarily made with pork. First, the pork is cut into segments, marinated, and then deep-fried until golden and crispy. Next, seasonings and vegetables are stir-fried in a wok, and the fried pork segments are quickly tossed together to absorb the flavorful sauce, resulting in a rich and satisfying taste.
Stewed Small Chicken with Matsutake and VermicelliA traditional Northeast Chinese dish featuring small chicken, matsutake mushrooms, and vermicelli, slowly stewed to create a rich, savory flavor.
Oatmeal Sweet Potato CaramelOatmeal Sweet Potato Caramel is a dessert made with sweet potatoes, oatmeal, and sugar. The sweet potatoes are steamed and sliced, then coated with a syrup made from sugar and oatmeal, and heated to create a stringy caramel texture. It has a sweet and soft texture.
Flower-shaped steamed bunBaozi is a traditional Chinese pastry made primarily from flour, crafted through steps such as fermentation, kneading, and rolling. Its surface features a spiral pattern, with a soft texture and distinct layers.
Garlic Pork BellyMinced garlic pork belly is a dish made with pork belly slices cooked or pan-fried until slightly crispy, then mixed with crushed garlic to infuse the flavor. A touch of soy sauce and sesame oil enhances the taste.
Egg Yolk Baked PumpkinThe pumpkin is cut into pieces, steamed until tender, then mixed with egg yolks and stirred evenly. It is then pan-fried in oil until the surface turns golden brown, allowing the aroma of the egg yolk to penetrate the pumpkin, creating a crispy outer layer with a soft and fluffy interior.
Sour Cabbage Stir-Fried Glass NoodlesSuancai stir-fried vermicelli is a home-style dish made primarily from sour cabbage and vermicelli. The preparation is simple: first cook the vermicelli until tender and set aside; then chop the sour cabbage and stir-fry it until fragrant, finally add the vermicelli and stir well to combine.
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.
Sweet and Sour PorkGuobaorou is a traditional dish made primarily from pork tenderloin. The meat is sliced and marinated, then deep-fried in hot oil until golden and crispy. It is then stir-fried with a sweet and sour sauce made from sugar and vinegar, ensuring each piece of meat is evenly coated with the sauce.