Jiatai Hot Pot Rice Porridge (Houhai Store)
Cantonese cuisine · ⭐ 4.2
No. 101, Houhai Office Building, Houhai Avenue, Yuehai Subdistrict (at intersection of Houhai Avenue and Dengliang Road)
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Shenzhen, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 101, Houhai Office Building, Houhai Avenue, Yuehai Subdistrict (at intersection of Houhai Avenue and Dengliang Road). It is a Cantonese cuisine place, and the flavors are light (fresh/sweet/clean). Dragon Mate recommends you try: JiaTai Oyster Fritter, Assorted Braised Dishes, Pickled Vegetables.
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: Shenzhen
- Category: Cantonese cuisine
- Rating: 4.2
- Address: No. 101, Houhai Office Building, Houhai Avenue, Yuehai Subdistrict (at intersection of Houhai Avenue and Dengliang Road)
- Popular dishes: JiaTai Oyster Fritter, Assorted Braised Dishes, Pickled Vegetables, Signature Shrimp and Crab Rice Porridge, Chaozhou Four Delicacies
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Dishes
JiaTai Oyster FritterA traditional Fujian snack made with fresh oysters, sweet potato starch, and eggs, pan-fried until golden and crispy on the outside, tender and flavorful within.
Assorted Braised DishesA mixed braised dish is a selection of various ingredients that are braised and arranged on a plate. Main ingredients include tofu, eggs, seaweed, and pig ears, which are marinated in a rich braising sauce to develop deep flavors. The dish offers a diverse texture—soft and delicate tofu, crisp seaweed, and savory pig ears—making it an excellent choice for drinking or as a side dish.
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.
Signature Shrimp and Crab Rice PorridgeSignature shrimp and crab rice porridge made with fresh shrimp and crab meat, simmered with glutinous rice. Rice is first cooked soft, then clean shrimp and crab added and slowly stewed until fully cooked, resulting in a rich, fragrant broth.
Chaozhou Four DelicaciesA traditional Chaozhou-style platter featuring four signature dishes: braised goose, steamed chicken, deep-fried shrimp balls, and oyster omelet, showcasing the region's culinary artistry.
Fried Meat BallsA Chinese dish made by frying seasoned minced pork balls until crispy and golden brown.
Fried TofuFried tofu is a traditional dish made primarily from tofu. After being cut into cubes or slices, the tofu is fried in hot oil until golden and crispy. The exterior becomes crunchy while the inside retains the delicate texture of tofu.
GrilledBarbecue is a cooking method that involves skewering ingredients such as meat, vegetables, or seafood onto bamboo sticks and heating them over charcoal or an electric grill until cooked. Main ingredients include beef, pork, chicken, lamb, tofu, green peppers, and corn, while common seasonings are salt, soy sauce, cumin, and chili powder.
Braised Qingyuan Chicken Pot Rice PorridgeA rich and savory rice porridge made with Qingyuan chicken, slow-cooked in a clay pot for a smooth, comforting texture.
Fresh Shrimp PorridgeA savory porridge made with fresh shrimp and rice, simmered slowly to create a smooth, rich texture.
Mustard GreensMa叶 is a dish primarily made with fresh ma leaves. After washing and blanching to remove bitterness, it's stir-fried with garlic, chili, and other seasonings. It can be served alone or combined with meat or tofu.
Máxiā ZhōuA savory rice porridge made with fresh ma xia shrimp, slow-cooked to a creamy consistency with ginger and scallions.