Zuo. Xia Ben (Cixi Store)
特色菜 · ⭐ 4.2
No. 182 Shuimen Road, Huxi Subdistrict
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. 182 Shuimen Road, Huxi Subdistrict. It is a 特色菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Oden, Crispy Salted Chicken, Elderberry Tomato Seed Dish.
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: 特色菜
- Rating: 4.2
- Address: No. 182 Shuimen Road, Huxi Subdistrict
- Popular dishes: Oden, Crispy Salted Chicken, Elderberry Tomato Seed Dish, Braised Shrimp with Rice Wine, Glazed Sweet Potato
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Dishes
OdenOden is a traditional Japanese snack made with various ingredients such as fish balls, meatballs, tofu, and more, all simmered in a specially prepared broth. The ingredients are skewered on bamboo sticks and slowly cooked in the broth until they absorb the rich flavors, resulting in a delicious and savory taste.
Crispy Salted ChickenCrispy chicken is a deep-fried snack made primarily with chicken. Chicken thighs or breasts are cut into pieces, marinated with seasonings, then coated with starch or flour before frying to achieve a crispy exterior and juicy interior.
Elderberry Tomato Seed DishA creative dish featuring elderberries and tomato seeds, gently cooked and seasoned with herbs for a refreshing taste.
Braised Shrimp with Rice WineA Chinese dish featuring fresh shrimp braised in rice wine, resulting in a savory and aromatic flavor.
Glazed Sweet PotatoSweet potato with甘梅 powder is a dessert snack made primarily from sweet potatoes. The sweet potatoes are peeled, cut into pieces, deep-fried until crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, then sprinkled with甘梅 powder for flavor. The甘梅 powder is made from licorice, plums, and sugar, giving the dish a unique sweet-and-sour taste.
Oyster Chicken PotA savory stew featuring fresh oysters and chicken, simmered with aromatics for a rich, umami-packed dish.
Tomato Sesame CheeseA fusion dish featuring fresh tomatoes, sesame seeds, and cheese, baked or pan-fried for a rich, balanced flavor.
MithaomeiA Taiwanese rice-based snack made from glutinous rice and tapioca flour, shaped into thin noodles that are soft and chewy when cooked.
Basil Vinaigrette ShrimpFresh shrimp sautéed in a basil-infused olive oil and vinegar dressing, offering a bright, tangy flavor with tender seafood.
Meat Sauce RiceRice with pork sauce is a dish made by combining pork sauce with rice. To prepare it, the pork sauce is simmered with spices and seasonings until rich and aromatic, then hot rice is served in a bowl and topped with the pork sauce and its broth, allowing each grain of rice to fully absorb the savory aroma of the pork sauce.
Fish Ball SoupFish ball soup is made by cooking fish balls crafted from fresh fish meat in water or broth. Main ingredients include fish, egg white, starch, and seasonings. Fish balls are typically round and smooth. Add葱姜, salt, or vegetables and seafood to enhance flavor.
Sesame Oil ChickenHoisin chicken is a traditional dish primarily made with chicken thighs or breast meat, seasoned with sesame oil, ginger, and rice wine. The preparation typically involves cooking the chicken and then drizzling it with a specially prepared sesame oil sauce, followed by garnishing with chopped green onions. It has a tender texture and rich, aromatic broth.