Cai Gen Xiang Flagship Store (Nan Hua Street Store)
小吃快餐 · ⭐ 4.1
Approx. 50 meters northwest of Fanghua Lijing, Xiguan Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Yantai, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Approx. 50 meters northwest of Fanghua Lijing, Xiguan 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: Bazi Meat, Stir-fried Cod Fish Balls, Boiled Shrimp in Salt Water.
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: Yantai
- Category: 小吃快餐
- Rating: 4.1
- Address: Approx. 50 meters northwest of Fanghua Lijing, Xiguan Road
- Popular dishes: Bazi Meat, Stir-fried Cod Fish Balls, Boiled Shrimp in Salt Water, Braised Pork Belly, Spicy Vinegar Jellyfish Heads
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Dishes
Bazi MeatBazinu meat is primarily made from pork belly, marinated and then slowly stewed with various seasonings and spices until the meat becomes tender and the broth rich and flavorful.
Stir-fried Cod Fish BallsA dish made of fresh cod fish balls stir-fried with vegetables and a light sauce, known for its tender texture and savory flavor.
Boiled Shrimp in Salt WaterSaltwater shrimp is a dish made with fresh shrimp, boiled in salted water with ginger and scallions, then drained and served. Simple to prepare, it preserves the shrimp's natural flavor.
Braised Pork BellyBraised pork belly is a classic Chinese dish made with pork belly as the main ingredient. After stir-frying and slow simmering, the meat becomes tender and juicy. During cooking, ingredients such as caramelized sugar and soy sauce are commonly added to give the dish a rich red color and deep flavor.
Spicy Vinegar Jellyfish HeadsOld vinegar jellyhead is a dish primarily made with jellyfish head (sea cucumber head), marinated with aged vinegar for a crisp texture. The preparation involves mixing cleaned jellyfish head with aged vinegar, garlic paste, and cilantro, then marinating until fully flavored before serving.
Fennel Pork TenderloinA Chinese dish featuring pork tenderloin stir-fried with fresh fennel, known for its tender texture and aromatic flavor.
Spinach with SeafoodA refreshing cold dish made with fresh spinach and seafood like shrimp or squid, lightly dressed and chilled for a crisp, savory flavor.
Sour Cabbage FishSuancai Yu is a dish primarily made with fish meat and pickled cabbage. The fish is sliced and paired with marinated pickled cabbage, along with seasonings such as ginger slices and garlic paste. After cooking, the fish becomes tender, the pickled cabbage offers a tangy aroma, and the broth becomes rich and flavorful.
Stewed Chicken with MushroomsStewed chicken with mushrooms is a nutritious and traditional home-style dish. Fresh chicken and mushrooms are combined with appropriate seasonings and water, then slowly simmered until the chicken is tender and the mushrooms are fully flavored. The soup is rich and flavorful, the chicken is succulent, and the mushrooms are smooth and delicate.
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.