Zhang Family Courtyard Iron Pot Stew
Northeastern Chinese cuisine · ⭐ 4.5
Xianglong Wancheng Commercial Street
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 Xianglong Wancheng Commercial Street. 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 Wide Vermicelli, Northeastern Premium Mushroom, Cold Land Goose.
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: Northeastern Chinese cuisine
- Rating: 4.5
- Address: Xianglong Wancheng Commercial Street
- Popular dishes: Northeast Wide Vermicelli, Northeastern Premium Mushroom, Cold Land Goose, Dried Green Beans, Pork Rib and Chicken Foot Stew
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Dishes
Northeast Wide VermicelliNortheast wide rice noodles are made from sweet potato or potato starch, typically cooked with cabbage, bean sprouts, meat slices or pork belly, and seasoned with broth, soy sauce, scallions, ginger, and garlic for a smooth, elastic texture.
Northeastern Premium MushroomA dish made with fresh wild mushrooms stir-fried with garlic and scallions, showcasing the natural flavor of mushrooms.
Cold Land GooseCold land goose uses large geese raised in Northeast China, marinated and slowly stewed to create tender, fragrant meat rich in collagen—ideal for winter nourishment.
Dried Green BeansDry beans are made by sun-drying fresh beans until they lose moisture, resulting in a deep green or yellow-brown color. Before cooking, they must be soaked in water to restore their softness. They are commonly stewed with meat, absorbing the meat juices to become flavorful, and can also be stir-fried or used in soups.
Pork Rib and Chicken Foot StewPork rib and chicken claw stew features pork ribs and chicken feet, blanched then simmered with ginger slices, green onions, soy sauce, cooking wine, and spices for tender, flavorful meat and rich broth.
Stupid ChickenA home-style dish made with chicken thighs, marinated and slowly stewed in soy sauce and aromatics for tender, flavorful meat.
Stewed Chicken Hand PotA hearty dish made with chicken and vegetables stewed in a pot, known for its rich flavor and comforting warmth.
Old Iron Wide NoodlesA cold dish made with sweet potato wide noodles, mixed with fresh vegetables and seasoned with a spicy sauce, offering a satisfying chewy texture and bold flavor.
Pork SpineSpinal bones usually refer to the spine of pigs or cows, mainly using animal spinal bones. After blanching to remove fishy smell, add seasonings like ginger, scallions, and star anise to braise or stew until tender and flavorful. Can be cooked with vegetables such as potatoes and carrots.
Stewed Rooster in Iron PotStewed rooster in an iron pot is a dish made with a whole rooster as the main ingredient, combined with potatoes, vermicelli, cabbage, and other ingredients, slowly stewed in an iron pot. First, the chicken is blanched to remove any odor, then it is placed together with seasonings and side dishes into the iron pot, adding water or broth to simmer until the chicken becomes tender and fully flavored.
Pan-fried Dumpling BunsPotstickers are flat dough cakes made from flour, typically filled with pork, cabbage, or chives. The dough is rolled into a round wrapper, filled, sealed, and pan-fried until golden brown on both sides. The exterior is crispy while the filling remains tender and juicy.