At炖 Beef Small Tavern (Dingqiao Branch)
地方菜 · ⭐ 4.7
Qiaotian Street, Dinglan Subdistrict, Shangcheng District
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 Qiaotian Street, Dinglan Subdistrict, Shangcheng District. It is a 地方菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Wuchang Rice, 18-Second Stir-Fried Beef, Curry Beef.
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: 地方菜
- Rating: 4.7
- Address: Qiaotian Street, Dinglan Subdistrict, Shangcheng District
- Popular dishes: Wuchang Rice, 18-Second Stir-Fried Beef, Curry Beef, Curry Beef Rice Bowl, Home-style Braised Tofu
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Dishes
Wuchang RiceWuchang rice, made from high-quality rice grown in the Wuchang region and finely processed. It has a glossy appearance, soft and sticky texture when cooked, and a rich aroma. To prepare, simply rinse the rice, add an appropriate amount of water, and cook until ready to enjoy.
18-Second Stir-Fried BeefThis dish features yellow beef as the main ingredient, paired with辅料 like green pepper and onion, stir-fried quickly at high heat. Beef slices are marinated and cooked with vegetables in under 18 seconds to retain tenderness and crispness.
Curry BeefCurry beef is a dish made with beef as the main ingredient, combined with vegetables like onions and potatoes, stir-fried with curry powder or paste. Beef is blanched to remove odor, then simmered with onions and potatoes, seasoned with water and curry spices until tender and sauce thickens.
Curry Beef Rice BowlCurry beef rice is made by stir-frying beef cubes with onions and carrots using curry powder or paste, then simmering in water or broth until tender. It's cooked in a rice cooker with washed rice until fully absorbed and flavorful.
Home-style Braised TofuHome-style fried tofu is a Chinese home-cooked dish made with soft tofu, seasoned with scallions, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and sugar, then pan-fried or stewed. Tofu cubes are first pan-fried until lightly golden, then simmered with seasonings and water to absorb flavor.
Braised TofuHome-style braised tofu is a classic dish made with soft tofu, pan-fried until golden and then simmered with soy sauce, sugar, scallions, ginger, garlic, and water to absorb the rich flavors.
Dry Pot String BeansDry Pot String Beans is a dish primarily made with string beans. The string beans are sliced into细丝, then stir-fried with minced garlic, chili, and other seasonings until the beans are fully cooked and well-seasoned. Finally, it is served in a preheated dry pot to maintain its warmth and showcase its fresh, aromatic flavor.
Spicy Dry Pot with Deer Antler MushroomsDry-fried Velvet Mushroom is a dish primarily featuring velvet mushrooms as the main ingredient. The mushrooms are first soaked, then stir-fried in a dry wok with garlic slices and chili peppers until cooked, preserving their natural flavor and aroma. The texture is tender and the fragrance is rich and enticing.
Handmade Thick YogurtHandmade thick yogurt made from fresh milk through natural fermentation, with a rich and creamy texture, ideal served with fruits or honey.
Sea Cucumber Spicy TofuA Sichuan-style dish combining the richness of sea cucumber with the softness of tofu, seasoned with spicy chili and Sichuan peppercorns.
Stir-fried Cabbage with Beef HeartShredded Chinese cabbage stir-fried with oil, then mixed with garlic and ginger for a quick and simple home-style dish.
Special Local Pig SoupA hearty soup made with locally raised pork, corn, carrots, and goji berries, slowly simmered for rich flavor and nutrition.
Tomato and Chickpea Stew with BeefTomato and chickpea stewed beef is a dish made with beef, tomatoes, and chickpeas. Beef cubes are cooked with tomatoes and chickpeas in a pot with water or broth until the beef is tender and flavors are well blended.
Secret-Recipe Curry BeefPremium beef is slow-cooked with a secret curry sauce. Main ingredients include beef, onion, potato, and special curry powder, simmered for hours to achieve tender meat and rich curry aroma.
Beef Stew with Carrots and PotatoesBeef stew with carrots and potatoes is a dish made primarily from beef, carrots, and potatoes. The beef is cubed and cooked together with carrots and potatoes in water and seasonings until tender and flavorful.
Golden Soup with Sea Cucumber SproutsGolden soup with sea cucumber sprouts, primarily made with sea cucumber sprouts and eggs, accompanied by tofu skin and green onions. Prepared through gentle stewing, the broth is golden yellow, fresh and tender with a light sweet aftertaste.
Golden Steamed Yellow CroakerFresh yellow croaker is steamed with ginger, garlic, and fermented black beans to create a savory dish with tender fish meat and rich aroma.