San Chou Restaurant
小吃快餐 · ⭐ 4.1
Lane 20 meters east of No. 36, Shuiximen Street
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Taiyuan, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Lane 20 meters east of No. 36, Shuiximen Street. 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: Dumpling Soup, Brain Soup, Pickled Vegetables.
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: Taiyuan
- Category: 小吃快餐
- Rating: 4.1
- Address: Lane 20 meters east of No. 36, Shuiximen Street
- Popular dishes: Dumpling Soup, Brain Soup, Pickled Vegetables, Burnt Dumpling, Beef Noodle Pancake
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Dishes
Dumpling SoupMeatball soup is a soup dish primarily made with meatballs, usually served with vegetables such as carrots and mushrooms. The meatballs are made by mincing pork or chicken, resulting in a tender and flavorful texture. The broth is light and can be enhanced with seasonings according to personal taste.
Brain SoupA traditional Shanxi dish made with mutton bone broth, medicinal herbs like astragalus and codonopsis, and ingredients such as yam, lotus seeds, and goji berries, resulting in a rich and nourishing soup.
Pickled VegetablesSide dishes usually consist of seasonal vegetables, pickled foods, or cooked meats, simply seasoned and arranged on the plate for serving. Fresh ingredients and a refreshing taste make them an excellent appetizer for the table.
Burnt DumplingA traditional Chinese dim sum made with minced pork and shrimp wrapped in glutinous rice dough and steamed until tender.
Beef Noodle PancakeBeef罩饼 is a traditional Chinese dish featuring beef and flatbread. Tender beef from brisket or shank is slow-cooked, while the thin, handmade flatbread is pan-fried or grilled for a soft yet chewy texture. Serve by breaking the bread, adding the beef and sauce, and garnishing with scallions or cilantro.
Offal SoupOffal soup is a dish made primarily from sheep offal such as sheep stomach, liver, lungs, and intestines, carefully simmered to create a rich broth. The preparation involves placing the offal together with appropriate seasonings and water into a pot, then slowly stewing over low heat until the broth turns milky white and the offal is tender and flavorful.
Mutton SoupMutton soup is made primarily with mutton, combined with适量 of spices and vegetables, and simmered to perfection. The broth is clear, the meat is tender, the flavor is rich and full-bodied, and it is highly nutritious.
Mutton Steamed DumplingsMutton shumai is made with mutton as the main ingredient, combined with onions, ginger, and scallions for filling, wrapped in thin dough and steamed. The outer skin is soft while the inner filling is fragrant and flavorful.
Pickled LeeksA cold dish made by marinating fresh leeks in salt, vinegar, and garlic, resulting in a crisp and flavorful side dish.
Lotus Root Stir-FryLotus root stir-fried with vegetables, offering a crisp and savory dish.