Yimi Shuixiang · Yi Ethnic Minority Village (Wancheng Ashima Town Store)
民族菜 · ⭐ 4.4
Shilin Ashima Town
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Kunming, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Shilin Ashima Town. It is a 民族菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Yi Family Fire Pit Chicken, Yi Family Secret-Style Sichuan Pickled Vegetables Fish, Yi Family Thin Bean Flour.
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: Kunming
- Category: 民族菜
- Rating: 4.4
- Address: Shilin Ashima Town
- Popular dishes: Yi Family Fire Pit Chicken, Yi Family Secret-Style Sichuan Pickled Vegetables Fish, Yi Family Thin Bean Flour, Lemon Chicken Strips, Burned Pepper and Eggplant Mash
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Dishes
Yi Family Fire Pit ChickenYi Family Fire Pit Chicken is made with local chickens, slowly roasted over a traditional Yi fire pit. The chicken is marinated and then smoked above the fire pit, resulting in a crispy skin and tender meat with rich wood and smoky flavors.
Yi Family Secret-Style Sichuan Pickled Vegetables FishFresh grass carp is cooked with Yi ethnic group's special pickled vegetables, fermented chili, ginger, garlic, and other seasonings. The sour aroma of the pickled vegetables blends perfectly with the tender fish meat, creating a rich, flavorful broth.
Yi Family Thin Bean FlourA traditional Yi ethnic snack from Yunnan, made by boiling ground mung beans into a smooth paste, often served with chili oil, scallions, and pickled vegetables.
Lemon Chicken StripsA refreshing cold dish made with shredded chicken and fresh lemon, seasoned with garlic and herbs for a tangy, light flavor.
Burned Pepper and Eggplant MashA Sichuan-style dish made by mashing steamed eggplant with diced century eggs and roasted green peppers, offering a savory and smooth texture.
Fried Tofu on Clay TilesA Hunan specialty, fermented tofu is fried on clay tiles until crispy outside and soft inside, served with chili sauce or garlic paste for a bold, aromatic flavor.
Stone-Heated EggA Chinese dish featuring eggs cooked on a heated stone, resulting in a tender and flavorful texture.
Red Bean Stewed PigskinRed bean stewed pigskin is made primarily from red beans and pigskin, simmered for a long time. The pigskin is rich in gelatin, giving a soft, chewy texture, while the red beans add a smooth, sweet flavor. The dish has a rich, savory taste with a deep, aromatic broth.
Old Preserved PorkOld preserved pork is made by curing and air-drying pork, typically belly, with salt, spices, and smoke for several months to develop a rich, savory flavor.
Sesame Oil Chrysanthemum GreensA light and fragrant dish made by stir-frying chrysanthemum greens with sesame oil, highlighting the vegetable's freshness and subtle aroma.