Xia Ta Tang · Shrimp Pond (Quantum Morning Store)
Sichuan cuisine · ⭐ 4.3
Liangzi Chen
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Xi'an, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Liangzi Chen. It is a Sichuan cuisine place, and the flavors are spicy (numbing/spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Three-Cup Shrimp, Three-Cup Chicken, Braised Pork Rice.
If you cannot eat spicy food, use Dragon Mate to say “no spicy” before ordering, and tell the staff clearly.
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: Xi'an
- Category: Sichuan cuisine
- Rating: 4.3
- Address: Liangzi Chen
- Popular dishes: Three-Cup Shrimp, Three-Cup Chicken, Braised Pork Rice, Spicy Pepper Crab, Spicy Numbing Shrimp
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Dishes
Three-Cup ShrimpThree-cup shrimp is a dish featuring fresh shrimp cooked with equal parts soy sauce, rice wine, and sesame oil. The shrimp is marinated and stir-fried with ginger, garlic, and scallions for a flavorful, tender texture.
Three-Cup ChickenThree-cup chicken is a dish made with chicken thighs or breast meat, seasoned with equal parts sesame oil, rice wine, and light soy sauce. During cooking, the chicken is first cut into pieces and marinated, then combined with sesame oil, rice wine, and light soy sauce, slowly simmered until the chicken is fully cooked and infused with flavor, and finally reduced to coat the ingredients thoroughly.
Braised Pork RiceBraised pork rice is a classic Chinese rice dish, primarily made with fatty pork belly, mushrooms, and onions. The pork belly is cut into small cubes and slowly stewed with seasonings until the meat becomes tender and fully infused with flavor. Mushrooms and onions add aroma and texture to the dish. Finally, the braised pork and rich sauce are poured over steamed rice.
Spicy Pepper CrabA Cantonese seafood dish featuring fresh crab stir-fried in a spicy pepper sauce, offering a bold, aromatic flavor with a hint of sweetness.
Spicy Numbing ShrimpSpicy numbing shrimp is a classic Sichuan dish featuring fresh shrimp stir-fried with Sichuan peppercorns and chili for a bold, tingling flavor.
Volcano Sea BassA Sichuan-style dish featuring fresh sea bass cooked with chili and Sichuan peppercorns, served with a spicy red oil topping resembling a volcanic eruption.
Caramel Tofu PuddingA dessert combining silky tofu pudding with a crisp caramel topping, offering a delightful contrast in texture and sweetness.
Secret-Recipe Sand Pot ClamsFresh clams marinated in a secret sauce and slowly stewed in a sand pot. Rich broth, tender clams with a subtle salty and aromatic flavor, highlighting natural freshness.
Romaine LettuceRomaine lettuce, primarily made from fresh Romaine lettuce leaves, features a vibrant green color and tender, fresh leaves. It is typically eaten raw but can also be simply mixed with various seasonings or dressings to preserve its original fresh taste. It is a common ingredient in salads and cold dishes.
Pepper ShrimpA Chinese dish made with fresh shrimp stir-fried with black pepper, garlic, and ginger, offering a spicy and aromatic flavor.
Stir-Fried Garlic Long BeansA classic Chinese dish made with fresh long beans stir-fried with garlic, offering a savory and aromatic flavor.
Spicy Stir-fried ShrimpA spicy stir-fried shrimp dish made with fresh shrimp and aromatic spices, known for its bold flavor and quick cooking method.
Braised Eel in Sauce PotFresh eel segments are slowly braised in a savory sauce with soy, sugar, and aromatics, resulting in tender, flavorful meat.
Mapo ShrimpMapo shrimp is made with fresh shrimp cooked with fermented broad bean paste, Sichuan peppercorns, and chili. It has a spicy, numbing, and savory flavor with tender shrimp and rich sauce, typical of Sichuan cuisine.
Black Pepper Mushrooms with BeefBeef slices and mushrooms are stir-fried quickly with black pepper, soy sauce, and cooking wine. Tender and juicy, with rich black pepper aroma and savory umami from the mushrooms, slightly spicy and fragrant.