Pingjie Hot Pot · Highway Night Market (Ningbo Tianyi Plaza Branch)
Hot pot · ⭐ 4.3
No. 46 Hualou Lane, Tianyi Plaza, Gate No. 8, 2nd Floor, KFC
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Ningbo, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 46 Hualou Lane, Tianyi Plaza, Gate No. 8, 2nd Floor, KFC. It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Black Glutinous Rice Ball Ice Soup, Cold Pot Duck Blood, Fengwei Stir-fried Squid with Chrysanthemum.
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: Ningbo
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 4.3
- Address: No. 46 Hualou Lane, Tianyi Plaza, Gate No. 8, 2nd Floor, KFC
- Popular dishes: Black Glutinous Rice Ball Ice Soup, Cold Pot Duck Blood, Fengwei Stir-fried Squid with Chrysanthemum, Shredded Potatoes, Hot Pot Shrimp
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Dishes
Black Glutinous Rice Ball Ice SoupBlack sesame glutinous rice balls are a dessert made primarily from black sesame and glutinous rice flour. Toasted black sesame is ground into powder, mixed with sugar to form filling, then wrapped in glutinous rice dough, shaped into balls, boiled, cooled in cold water, and finally chilled in ice water for a soft, refreshing texture.
Cold Pot Duck BloodCold pot duck blood is a dish made primarily with duck blood, sliced and stir-fried in a cold pan with scallions, ginger, garlic, and doubanjiang to absorb the flavors while maintaining its tender texture without high heat.
Fengwei Stir-fried Squid with ChrysanthemumA dish featuring squid stir-fried with chrysanthemum leaves, known for its fresh taste and elegant presentation.
Shredded PotatoesShredded potatoes is a home-style dish primarily made from potatoes. The preparation involves washing and peeling the potatoes, slicing them into thin strips, then stir-frying with oil. Typically, garlic and chili are added to enhance the aroma, and salt is used for seasoning at the end.
Hot Pot ShrimpHot pot shrimp is a dish made with fresh shrimp, hot pot base, and various side ingredients. Shrimp are usually cleaned and boiled directly in the hot pot broth, or marinated first before cooking. Common side ingredients include vegetables, tofu, and mushrooms to enhance flavor complexity.
Premium Layered TripePremium thousand-layer beef tripe is made from fresh ox tripe, which is cleaned, sliced, and blanched before being stacked in layers. It is then mixed with seasonings such as garlic, chili, and Sichuan pepper, and stirred with hot oil to enhance the aroma. The finished dish features distinct layers, with a crisp and tender texture that is also elastic.
Braised Chicken FeetBraised chicken feet is a dish primarily made with chicken feet, which are first blanched and then slowly stewed or steamed with seasonings until tender and flavorful. Common spices such as star anise, cassia bark, and bay leaves are used for seasoning, and some recipes include soy sauce and rock sugar to enhance color and taste.
Aunt Ping's Mother's Pig TrotterPingjie's mother's pig trotter dish uses pig trotters as the main ingredient, combined with soybeans, ginger slices, and green onions. After prolonged stewing, the trotters are first blanched to remove odor, then cooked with soybeans in a pot with water and seasonings until tender and the broth thickens.
Garlic BeefGarlic beef is a dish made primarily with beef and stir-fried with a large amount of minced garlic. The beef is sliced or shredded, marinated with seasonings, then stir-fried together with fragrant garlic to allow the garlic aroma to penetrate the meat, resulting in a tender texture and rich fragrance.
Intangible Cultural Heritage Large Pork Belly SlicesIntangible Cultural Heritage Large腰片 features pig kidneys as the main ingredient, cleaned and sliced, then marinated with cooking wine and ginger. Quickly blanched or stir-fried, it remains tender and flavorful, served with scallions and garlic to preserve the original taste.
Tender Beef with EggEgg嫩 Beef is a dish primarily made with beef and eggs. The beef is sliced into thin strips, marinated with seasonings, then mixed with beaten egg liquid and cooked by stir-frying or steaming. The finished dish has a tender texture, with the aroma of eggs perfectly blended with the savory meat flavor.