Shang Yi Yuan Sour Ant Carp Soup Pot (California Branch)
Hot pot · ⭐ 4.4
Ground Floor, Building C3, Jiazhou Garden, Jiazhou Road; adjacent to the staff residential compound entrance (next to Xinxin Xingguang Li)
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Chongqing, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Ground Floor, Building C3, Jiazhou Garden, Jiazhou Road; adjacent to the staff residential compound entrance (next to Xinxin Xingguang Li). It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Wu Fish Dumplings, Cold-Mixed Fish Slices, Fresh Fried Ant Meat Slices.
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: Chongqing
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 4.4
- Address: Ground Floor, Building C3, Jiazhou Garden, Jiazhou Road; adjacent to the staff residential compound entrance (next to Xinxin Xingguang Li)
- Popular dishes: Wu Fish Dumplings, Cold-Mixed Fish Slices, Fresh Fried Ant Meat Slices, Sticky Rice, Brown Sugar Glutinous Rice Cake
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Dishes
Wu Fish DumplingsFresh Wu fish meat is used as filling, wrapped in thin dumpling wrappers and boiled in a clear broth. The dish offers a delicate, savory flavor.
Cold-Mixed Fish SlicesA refreshing cold dish made with tender fish slices and vegetables, dressed in a tangy and spicy sauce.
Fresh Fried Ant Meat SlicesFresh Fried Ant Meat Slices is a specialty dish made with fresh ant meat, coated with starch and deep-fried. It has a crispy texture and a unique animal flavor.
Sticky RiceSticky rice is a staple food made primarily from glutinous rice, which is soaked and then steamed until cooked. It can be customized with ingredients such as cured pork, dried mushrooms, dried shrimp, and eggs, mixed thoroughly before eating. The dish is typically prepared using a steamer or electric rice cooker to achieve a soft, chewy texture.
Brown Sugar Glutinous Rice CakeRed sugar glutinous rice cakes are a traditional dessert made primarily from glutinous rice and brown sugar. First, the glutinous rice is steamed and then mashed into a paste to form the rice cakes. Next, brown sugar is dissolved in water and boiled into a syrup, which is poured over the rice cakes. Finally, toasted sesame seeds or crushed peanuts are sprinkled on top for added aroma.
Homemade NoodlesHomemade noodles are made from flour and water, shaped by hand through kneading, rolling, and cutting. They are commonly used for boiling or stir-frying, with a chewy texture and are a common Chinese staple food.
Sour Cabbage Hot Pot BaseThe sour cabbage hot pot base is primarily made with sour cabbage, combined with辅料 such as pork slices, tofu, and vermicelli, and prepared by stewing. The sour cabbage, fermented to develop a unique tangy flavor, creates a rich and flavorful broth ideal for dipping various ingredients.
Sour Ant Hot Pot BaseA unique hot pot base made from wild sour ants, blended with chili, Sichuan pepper, ginger, and garlic for a tangy, spicy flavor.
NoodlesA type of noodle made from wheat flour, typically boiled and served with sauce or toppings.
Cilantro MeatballsCilantro meatballs are made by mixing pork mince with chopped cilantro, minced葱姜, egg, and seasonings, then shaping into balls and frying or boiling.