Snail's Home Yunnan Cuisine Restaurant (Travel Theme), Xiao Jiu Guan (Hugu Temple Branch)
地方菜 · ⭐ 4.4
1st Floor, Huguo Xintiandi, No. 85 Huguo Temple Street
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Beijing, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at 1st Floor, Huguo Xintiandi, No. 85 Huguo Temple Street. It is a 地方菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Yunnan Sweet Rice Wine, Small Pot Rice Noodles, Stewed Chicken in Clay Pot.
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: Beijing
- Category: 地方菜
- Rating: 4.4
- Address: 1st Floor, Huguo Xintiandi, No. 85 Huguo Temple Street
- Popular dishes: Yunnan Sweet Rice Wine, Small Pot Rice Noodles, Stewed Chicken in Clay Pot, Grilled Tilapia, Roasted Aromatic Chicken
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Dishes
Yunnan Sweet Rice WineYunnan sweet rice wine is a low-alcohol rice wine made primarily from glutinous rice. After soaking, steaming, and cooling the rice, yeast is added and fermented in a warm environment for several days, converting starch into sugar and alcohol, resulting in a sweet, slightly intoxicating beverage.
Small Pot Rice NoodlesSmall pot rice noodles are a specialty snack from Yunnan, made primarily with rice noodles, accompanied by minced pork, bean sprouts, chives, and other vegetables. Cooked in a specially designed small copper pot, the broth is rich and flavorful, while the rice noodles are delicate and soft, offering a nutritious and delicious meal with a variety of fresh vegetables.
Stewed Chicken in Clay PotStewed chicken with potatoes and carrots is a dish made by simmering chicken pieces with vegetables such as potatoes and carrots in a pot. The chicken is cut into pieces, added to the pot along with seasonings, and then slowly stewed over low heat with water or broth until the chicken becomes tender and the ingredients are well infused with flavor.
Grilled TilapiaGrilled tilapia is a dish made primarily with tilapia. The fish is cleaned, marinated, then grilled in an oven or over charcoal until fully cooked. Common marinades include ginger, scallions, garlic, and soy sauce, with some recipes adding chili and lemon juice for extra flavor.
Roasted Aromatic ChickenRoasted chicken is made from whole chicken or chicken thighs, marinated and then baked in an oven or over charcoal. Common marinade ingredients include soy sauce, cooking wine, ginger slices, garlic, and five-spice powder to infuse flavor. The skin becomes crispy while the meat stays tender and juicy.
Shiping Soft Tofu with SauceShi Ping baojiang tofu, made from fresh soft tofu as the main ingredient, is uniquely crafted to create a distinctive texture with a firm outer layer and a smooth, juicy interior. During cooking, the tofu is fried in hot oil until golden brown, resulting in a crispy exterior while maintaining the delicate texture and rich sauce of the tofu inside, offering a layered and satisfying taste experience.
Jasmine Flower Stir-Fried EggsJasmine Flower Stir-Fried Eggs is a refreshing and unique dish made primarily with fresh jasmine flowers and eggs. To prepare, wash the jasmine flowers, mix them with beaten egg liquid, and season with an appropriate amount of salt. Heat oil in a pan, pour in the jasmine egg mixture, and quickly stir-fry until it sets.
Mint Tofu SkinMint tofu skin salad is a cold dish made with tofu skin and fresh mint leaves. Tofu skin is sliced, blanched, and mixed with chopped mint leaves and seasonings. Simple to prepare, it offers a refreshing taste.
Tofu Skin Rice NoodlesDouban米线 features rice noodles as the main ingredient, paired with smooth tofu pudding. After cooking the rice noodles, they are mixed with the tofu pudding, sauce, and seasonings, creating a rich texture and flavor.
Black Three Dice Fried RiceBlack Three Dice Fried Rice is a fried rice dish primarily made with cured meat, green peppers, and minced garlic. Cut the cured meat into small cubes, chop the green peppers finely, and stir-fry them together with the minced garlic until fragrant. Then add leftover rice and stir-fry until well combined. Season to taste and serve.