Zi Wei Restaurant (Xinbei Wanda Branch)
特色菜 · ⭐
太湖中路19号-4
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Changzhou, 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 太湖中路19号-4. It is a 特色菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Black Rice Pineapple Rice, Spicy Frog Legs, Kung Pao Shrimp Balls.
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: Changzhou
- Category: 特色菜
- Rating:
- Address: 太湖中路19号-4
- Popular dishes: Black Rice Pineapple Rice, Spicy Frog Legs, Kung Pao Shrimp Balls, Stir-Fried Shrimp, Immortal Chicken
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Dishes
Black Rice Pineapple RiceBlack rice pineapple rice is made with black rice, fresh pineapple cubes, carrot cubes, and green peas, steamed to perfection. It has a sweet, soft texture with a refreshing pineapple aroma and vibrant colors.
Spicy Frog LegsSpicy frog legs is a dish featuring frog legs as the main ingredient. The legs are skinned, cut into pieces, marinated with rice wine and ginger, then stir-fried with chili, Sichuan pepper, garlic, ginger, and green onion. Some recipes add doubanjiang or hot pot base for extra flavor, followed by thickening the sauce to make the meat tender and rich in taste.
Kung Pao Shrimp BallsKung Pao Shrimp Balls is a dish made primarily with large shrimp, paired with green onions, ginger, garlic, and dried chilies, carefully prepared through a meticulous cooking process. The shrimp are deveined with tails intact, coated in starch, then deep-fried until golden and crispy. They are then quickly stir-fried with a specially crafted Kung Pao sauce, resulting in a bright red color and a spherical shape that is visually appealing.
Stir-Fried ShrimpOil-blasted shrimp is a Chinese dish made with fresh river shrimp, quickly stir-fried in hot oil. Shrimp are deveined,留尾, marinated with wine and salt, then stir-fried rapidly in hot oil with葱姜蒜 for aroma, finished with a touch of soy sauce and sugar to make the meat tender and shiny red.
Immortal ChickenImmortal Chicken is a dish made with chicken as the main ingredient, combined with various seasonings and辅料. Key ingredients include whole chicken or pieces, ginger slices, green onions, garlic cloves, star anise, and Sichuan peppercorns. First, blanch the chicken to remove odor, then stir-fry the spices in oil, add soy sauce, cooking wine, sugar, and simmer until flavorful, finally reduce the sauce. The finished dish has a bright red color and tender chicken.
Steamed Pork Ribs with Rice FlourSteamed pork ribs with rice flour is a dish made by marinating pork ribs in seasonings, coating them with ground rice flour, and steaming them until tender. The main ingredients include pork ribs, rice, and seasonings such as soy sauce, dark soy sauce, cooking wine, ginger slices, and green onion segments. The preparation involves marinating the ribs first, then mixing them with fried rice flour, and finally steaming until they are soft and tender.
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.
Snowflake BeefSnowflake beef is made from high-quality beef, named for its red and white marbled texture resembling snowflakes. To prepare it, the beef is sliced thinly, then marinated with a special seasoning before being quickly stir-fried until cooked. The dish showcases the tenderness of the beef perfectly blended with the seasonings.
Fish Head Lion's HeadA fusion dish featuring fish head and pork meatballs, slow-cooked to create a rich, savory broth with tender textures.
Fish-Flavored Shredded PorkFish-Flavored Shredded Pork is a classic Chinese dish made with pork strips as the main ingredient, combined with vegetables such as wood ear mushrooms, carrots, and green peppers. The ingredients are first sliced into thin strips, then stir-fried, and finally tossed with a specially prepared fish-flavored sauce that gives it a distinctive aroma reminiscent of fish—though it contains no actual fish ingredients.