Iron Pot Era · Earth Oven (Jinguang Branch)
农家菜 · ⭐ 4.0
No. 109, Zhongxing South Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Suzhou, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 109, Zhongxing South Road. It is a 农家菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Pork Belly, Filled Fish Balls, Earth Pot Stove.
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: Suzhou
- Category: 农家菜
- Rating: 4.0
- Address: No. 109, Zhongxing South Road
- Popular dishes: Pork Belly, Filled Fish Balls, Earth Pot Stove, Stove Pot Chicken, Dried Green Beans
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Dishes
Pork BellyPork belly is a cut of meat from the pig's abdomen, characterized by alternating layers of fat and lean meat, which gives it the name 'five-layered' or 'five-striped'. Common cooking methods include braising, stir-frying, or stewing. During cooking, the fat melts, resulting in tender meat with an aromatic flavor.
Filled Fish BallsFish balls are made primarily from fish meat. First, the bones are removed and the fish meat is finely minced. Then, egg white, starch, and other seasonings are added, mixed thoroughly, and shaped into small balls. Inside each ball is a savory meat or seafood filling. Once cooked and floating to the surface, they are ready to serve—tender in texture with a rich, flavorful center.
Earth Pot StoveA Chinese dish cooked in a clay pot with chicken, potatoes, green peppers, and tofu, simmered in a savory sauce.
Stove Pot ChickenStewed chicken in a clay pot is a dish primarily made with chicken, cooked with various spices and seasonal vegetables. Its distinctive feature lies in the use of a specially designed clay pot that ensures even heating, preserving the tender texture of the chicken. During cooking, flatbread is placed around the edge of the pot and steamed together, resulting in a crispy top and chewy bottom that absorbs the rich broth, creating a deliciously flavorful dish.
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.
Pan-fried DumplingsPot stickers are a traditional Chinese pan-fried dumpling made primarily with pork and chives. To prepare, fill dumpling wrappers with the filling, arrange them neatly in a pan, add适量 oil, and fry until the bottoms turn golden and crispy. Then add a small amount of water and steam until the tops of the dumplings are fully cooked.