Da Dongbei Folk Cuisine (Youfangqiao Branch)
Northeastern Chinese cuisine · ⭐ 4.2
No. 50-2 Lianchi Road (130 meters on foot from Exit 3 of Youfangqiao Metro Station)
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If you are traveling in China to visit Nanjing, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 50-2 Lianchi Road (130 meters on foot from Exit 3 of Youfangqiao Metro Station). It is a Northeastern Chinese cuisine place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Northeast Sesame Sauce Noodles, 传统熘肉段, Clay-Oven Roast Rooster.
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: Nanjing
- Category: Northeastern Chinese cuisine
- Rating: 4.2
- Address: No. 50-2 Lianchi Road (130 meters on foot from Exit 3 of Youfangqiao Metro Station)
- Popular dishes: Northeast Sesame Sauce Noodles, 传统熘肉段, Clay-Oven Roast Rooster, Three Fresh Ingredients Stir-Fry, Demoli Stewed Fish Head
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Dishes
Northeast Sesame Sauce NoodlesNortheast sesame sauce big拉皮 is a cold dish primarily made with wide rice noodles. The noodles are boiled and then rinsed with cold water to make them smooth and elastic, then mixed with shredded cucumber, shredded carrot, and other vegetables. Finally, a sauce made from sesame paste, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and chili oil is poured over the mixture and stirred well before serving.
传统熘肉段传统熘肉段是一道以猪里脊肉为主料的中式菜肴,将肉切段后裹上淀粉糊,经油炸至表面金黄,再用调好的酱汁(含酱油、糖、醋、料酒、水淀粉等)快速翻炒而成。成品色泽红亮,肉质外酥里嫩,酱汁浓郁。
Clay-Oven Roast RoosterEarth oven roasted rooster is a traditional dish made by wrapping a whole chicken in clay and baking it over charcoal until tender and juicy, with a unique smoky flavor.
Three Fresh Ingredients Stir-FryDì Sān Xiān is a classic Chinese dish made primarily with eggplant, potato, and green pepper. The ingredients are first cut into pieces, deep-fried until golden and crispy, then stir-fried with soy sauce, sugar, and other seasonings to allow the flavors to fully penetrate, resulting in an appealing color and aroma.
Demoli Stewed Fish HeadA Northeast Chinese dish featuring stewed fish head with vermicelli, tofu, and cabbage, known for its rich, savory flavor.
Pork Stew with VegetablesStewed pork dish is primarily made with fresh pork, combined with various vegetables such as potatoes, carrots, and tofu, and slowly stewed to perfection. First, the pork is simmered until tender, then vegetables are added and the mixture is gently cooked over low heat until all ingredients are fully blended, resulting in a rich and flavorful dish.
Fried Enoki MushroomsFried enoki mushrooms is a dish made primarily from enoki mushrooms, seasoned with oil, salt, and other seasonings. The preparation method involves washing the enoki mushrooms, tearing them into small strips, marinating them, coating them in batter or breadcrumbs, then frying them in hot oil until golden and crispy.
Smoked and Braised PlatterSmoked and braised platter features various meats like pork head, trotters, ears, chicken feet, and duck gizzards, marinated, braised, then smoked with fruit wood for aroma before slicing and serving cold.
Dipping Sauce DishDipping sauce dishes involve slicing fresh vegetables or cooked foods and serving them with a specially prepared sauce. Main ingredients include vegetables such as cucumber, carrot, lettuce, and bean sprouts, along with accompaniments like dried tofu, eggs, and ham. The preparation method involves cutting the ingredients into thin slices or small pieces, arranging them on a plate, and serving them with a dipping sauce made from soy sauce, garlic paste, vinegar, chili oil, and sesame paste. Simply dip the food into the sauce before eating.
Sour Cabbage DumplingsSour cabbage dumplings are filled with a mixture of sour cabbage and pork. The cabbage is finely chopped and combined with minced pork, seasoned, then wrapped in dumpling wrappers. When boiled, the dumplings have thin skins and generous fillings, where the tangy flavor of the sour cabbage blends harmoniously with the savory aroma of the pork, creating a uniquely delicious taste.
Sweet and Sour PorkGuobaorou is a traditional dish made primarily from pork tenderloin. The meat is sliced and marinated, then deep-fried in hot oil until golden and crispy. It is then stir-fried with a sweet and sour sauce made from sugar and vinegar, ensuring each piece of meat is evenly coated with the sauce.
Leek DumplingsScallion pancakes are a traditional snack made primarily from scallions, eggs, and flour. Scallions are chopped and mixed with cooked eggs, then seasoned to create the filling. A dough is made by mixing flour with water, rolled into wrappers, and filled with the mixture before being pan-fried until golden and crispy.