Northern Barbecue (Wutang Branch)
Barbecue · ⭐ 3.7
No. 57 Mufu West Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Nanjing, Dragon Mate users do not strongly recommend this restaurant. If you enjoy exploring, you can still try it and see what you find. This restaurant is located at No. 57 Mufu West Road. It is a Barbecue place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Chicken Wings, Spicy Twelve-Flavor Crawfish, Pumpkin Pancake.
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: Barbecue
- Rating: 3.7
- Address: No. 57 Mufu West Road
- Popular dishes: Chicken Wings, Spicy Twelve-Flavor Crawfish, Pumpkin Pancake, Pork Tetra, Oyster
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Dishes
Chicken WingsChicken wing midsection, typically marinated and cooked by frying, grilling, or stewing. Main ingredient is chicken wing; seasonings include soy sauce, cooking wine, ginger slices, and green onion segments.
Spicy Twelve-Flavor CrawfishSpicy crayfish is made with fresh crayfish as the main ingredient, stir-fried with a blend of spices such as star anise, cassia bark, Sichuan pepper, and chili. First, the crayfish are cleaned and blanched to remove any fishy odor, then the spices are fried in oil until fragrant, followed by stir-frying the crayfish. Finally, water is added and the dish is simmered until fully flavored.
Pumpkin PancakePumpkin cake is a traditional snack made primarily with pumpkin as the main ingredient. The preparation typically involves steaming the pumpkin until soft, mashing it into a puree, mixing it with glutinous rice flour and other ingredients, then shaping it into small round cakes. Finally, it can be either fried or steamed to complete the dish.
Pork Tetra掌中宝 is a refined Chinese dish primarily made from chicken cartilage. During preparation, the chicken cartilage is marinated to absorb flavor, then quickly stir-fried at high heat to achieve a crispy exterior and tender interior, resulting in a rich and layered texture.
OysterOysters, using fresh oysters as the main ingredient, are typically served with lemon juice or a special sauce. The preparation is simple: open the oyster shells, keep the half-shell containing the oyster meat, clean it thoroughly, and enjoy raw, or enhance the flavor with additional seasonings.
White MushroomA simple stir-fried dish made with fresh white mushrooms, garlic, and scallions, offering a delicate and savory flavor.
Lamb SkewersLamb skewers are made by cutting fresh, tender lamb into chunks, threading them onto bamboo or metal skewers, and marinating before grilling directly over charcoal. During grilling, the lamb's fat drips onto the fire, creating smoke that熏 (smokes) the meat, resulting in a crispy exterior and tender interior with rich aroma.
Lamb Noodle SoupLamb noodles are primarily made with lamb and noodles. The lamb is cut into pieces and stewed until tender, then seasoned with scallions, ginger, cooking wine, and other spices to remove fishy odor and enhance aroma, resulting in a rich broth. The noodles are typically hand-made or machine-made, boiled until cooked, then added to the lamb soup, garnished with cilantro or green onions.
Crispy Pork RibsCrunchy bones are mainly made from pig or cow cartilage, marinated and then fried or stir-fried. Seasonings are added during cooking to enhance flavor while maintaining a crispy exterior and tender interior.
Garlic Cucumber SaladGarlic cucumber is a cold dish made primarily from cucumbers and garlic. After washing, the cucumbers are sliced or cut into strips, then mixed with minced garlic, salt, vinegar, and sesame oil. The preparation is simple and does not require heating.
Enoki MushroomEnoki mushrooms, using fresh enoki mushrooms as the main ingredient, are typically stir-fried or steamed with seasonings such as garlic and chili, preserving their tender texture and nutritional value—a quick and popular home-cooked dish.
Wheat GlutenWheat gluten is a food made primarily from flour. Through steps such as kneading and washing, starch and protein in the flour are separated, resulting in a high-protein product known as wheat gluten. Wheat gluten can be baked, boiled, or stir-fried, with a chewy texture, making it a common ingredient in vegetarian cuisine.
Golden CakeGolden cake is a steamed dessert made from glutinous rice flour, eggs, sugar, and a small amount of edible oil. Mix ingredients evenly, pour into a mold, steam until cooked to form a golden color and soft texture.