Shortie's Noodle Shop (Tanzhou Market, Basement Level, Yu Fang ID Mall, Pozi Street)
小吃面食 · ⭐ 4.2
B1 Floor, Impression City (Breakfast available from 8:30 a.m.; entrance via the Holiland escalator down to Tanzhou Market)
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Changsha, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at B1 Floor, Impression City (Breakfast available from 8:30 a.m.; entrance via the Holiland escalator down to Tanzhou Market). It is a 小吃面食 place, and the flavors are homestyle (mainly savory). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Beef Noodle Soup with Original Broth, Original Soup with Shredded Pork Noodles, Mashed Chili and Preserved Egg Rice Noodles.
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: Changsha
- Category: 小吃面食
- Rating: 4.2
- Address: B1 Floor, Impression City (Breakfast available from 8:30 a.m.; entrance via the Holiland escalator down to Tanzhou Market)
- Popular dishes: Beef Noodle Soup with Original Broth, Original Soup with Shredded Pork Noodles, Mashed Chili and Preserved Egg Rice Noodles, Stir-fried Chili Pidan Sauce, Pork lard mixed rice noodles
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Dishes
Beef Noodle Soup with Original BrothOriginal beef noodle soup made with broth from fresh beef and bones, served with rice noodles or vermicelli. Main ingredients include beef,牛骨, rice noodles or vermicelli, and seasonings like scallions and ginger. First, simmer beef and bones for a rich broth, then add sliced cooked beef and noodles.
Original Soup with Shredded Pork NoodlesOriginal soup shredded pork noodles is a dish made by cooking shredded pork tenderloin with vermicelli in broth. The main ingredients include pork, vermicelli, and high-quality stock. First, the pork shreds are marinated with seasonings, then cooked together with rehydrated vermicelli in the broth until done. Finally, chopped green onions and cilantro are added for flavor.
Mashed Chili and Preserved Egg Rice NoodlesRice noodles mixed with mashed chili, preserved egg, and scallions, seasoned with a savory sauce. Smooth texture with bold spicy flavor and a hint of umami and slight eggy aroma.
Stir-fried Chili Pidan SauceA spicy sauce made by stir-frying preserved eggs and chili peppers, known for its rich aroma and bold flavor.
Pork lard mixed rice noodlesPig oil mixed rice noodles is a dish made with rice noodles as the main ingredient, mixed with lard, scallions, garlic, chili oil, and other seasonings. The cooked noodles are drained and stirred with fried lard and seasonings to absorb the rich aroma of the lard, resulting in a smooth and flavorful texture.
Fried Pork BallsFried pork balls are made by mixing pork mince with seasonings, shaping into balls, and deep-frying until golden and crispy, offering a savory and crunchy texture.
Sauce NoodlesA Chinese dish made with rice noodles and a flavorful sauce, often served with vegetables and peanuts for added texture and taste.
Sour Cabbage Fried EggA home-style dish made with sour cabbage and eggs, stir-fried until golden brown. The eggs are tender and the cabbage adds a tangy flavor.
Sour Pickled Bean and Minced Pork Noodle SoupA savory noodle soup featuring sour pickled beans and minced pork, served in a flavorful broth with tender noodles.
Spicy Beef NoodlesSpicy beef rice noodles is a dish primarily made with beef and rice noodles. The beef is sliced or shredded and stir-fried with chili peppers, Sichuan peppercorns, and other seasonings, then simmered in broth before being poured over cooked rice noodles. The preparation emphasizes balancing the spicy and numbing flavors, often garnished with green onions and cilantro.