Zhang Huoji Fresh Braised (Xiangji寺 Road Store)
小吃快餐 · ⭐ 3.7
No. 79, Xiangjis Temple Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Hangzhou, 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 No. 79, Xiangjis Temple Road. It is a 小吃快餐 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Wusu Beer, Five-Spice Chicken, Braised Pig Ears.
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: 小吃快餐
- Rating: 3.7
- Address: No. 79, Xiangjis Temple Road
- Popular dishes: Wusu Beer, Five-Spice Chicken, Braised Pig Ears, Tiny Wood Ear, Chicken Wing Tips
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Dishes
Wusu BeerWusu Beer is brewed using优质麦芽 and pure water as main ingredients. Through a unique brewing process, it features a clear golden-yellow body and emits a delicate malt aroma. The taste is rich and slightly bitter, with a refreshing aftertaste, making it an excellent choice for summer refreshment.
Five-Spice ChickenFive-spice chicken is a dish made with chicken as the main ingredient, marinated with five spices—star anise, cassia bark, Sichuan pepper, cloves, and fennel—and then slowly stewed. The whole chicken or pieces are marinated with spices and seasonings, then gently cooked until tender, absorbing the rich flavors.
Braised Pig EarsBraised pig ears is a dish made primarily from pig ears, blanched and then slowly simmered in a seasoned braising liquid until fully flavored. The sauce typically includes star anise, cassia bark, bay leaves, Sichuan peppercorns, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, and rock sugar, resulting in tender yet chewy texture with rich flavor.
Tiny Wood EarA dish made primarily with fresh木耳, typically soaked, blanched, and stir-fried with garlic, scallions, and a touch of soy sauce and salt. Simple to prepare, it emphasizes the crisp texture of the木耳.
Chicken Wing TipsChicken wing tips are the tender ends of chicken wings, often fried or braised for a crispy and savory snack.
泡椒无骨凤爪泡椒无骨凤爪是一道以鸡爪为主要食材的凉拌菜。鸡爪经过焯水、去骨处理后，用泡椒、蒜、姜、葱等调料腌制而成，口感爽脆，风味独特。
皇后猪蹄皇后猪蹄是一道以猪蹄为主要食材的菜肴，通常经过焯水处理后与多种调料一同炖煮，使其软糯入味。制作过程中常加入八角、桂皮、酱油、料酒等调味料，使猪蹄色泽红亮、口感丰富。
Lotus Root SlicesLotus root slices are made from fresh lotus roots, washed and sliced, then combined with seasonings such as garlic and chili peppers, and cooked by stir-frying or served cold. The dish showcases the natural white color of the lotus root slices, offering a crisp and tender texture—making it a refreshing home-style delicacy.
Soy Sauce BeefSteamed beef is a delicious dish made primarily from beef, which absorbs the sauce thoroughly through marinating and slow stewing. During preparation, the beef is first marinated, then slowly cooked in a specially prepared sauce until fully tender, and finally cooled before being sliced and served.
Ox TailTendon from the pig's front leg, named for its coin-like shape. Main ingredient is pork tendon, processed by blanching, stewing, or braising to achieve a soft yet chewy texture. Seasoned with soy sauce, star anise, and cinnamon.
Duck HeartDuck heart is made from duck hearts, cleaned and blanched before stir-frying, stewing, or grilling. Common methods include stir-frying with chili, scallions, ginger, garlic, or slow-cooking with fermented bean paste and soy sauce for enhanced flavor.