Xiao Li Charcoal Grilled (Houzaimen Street Branch)
小吃快餐 · ⭐ 3.6
No. 25, Houzaimen Street
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. 25, Houzaimen Street. It is a 小吃快餐 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Pork Belly, Pork Tetra, Grilled Tofu Skewers.
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: 小吃快餐
- Rating: 3.6
- Address: No. 25, Houzaimen Street
- Popular dishes: Pork Belly, Pork Tetra, Grilled Tofu Skewers, Beef Skewers, Beef Tendon
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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.
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.
Grilled Tofu SkewersGrilled tofu skewers made with seasoned bean curd, charred on the grill for a savory and aromatic bite.
Beef SkewersBeef skewers are made by cutting selected beef into chunks and threading them onto bamboo skewers. After marinating, they are slowly grilled over charcoal until the outside is charred and the inside remains tender and juicy. The meat is delicious on its own but even better when paired with a special sauce.
Beef TendonBeef tendon is a dish primarily made with beef tendons. To prepare it, the beef tendons are first boiled until tender, then stir-fried or grilled and seasoned with appropriate spices to enhance flavor.
Lamb Skewers with Red WillowLamb skewers made with fresh lamb cut into pieces and threaded onto red willow branches, then slowly grilled over charcoal until the outside is crispy and the inside remains tender. The lamb is juicy and flavorful, with a unique grilling technique that preserves its natural taste. The aroma of the red willow branches infuses into the meat during roasting, adding a distinctive flavor.
Mutton SoupMutton soup is made primarily with mutton, combined with适量 of spices and vegetables, and simmered to perfection. The broth is clear, the meat is tender, the flavor is rich and full-bodied, and it is highly nutritious.
Mutton Fried RiceLamb fried rice is made with rice as the main ingredient, combined with diced lamb, onion, carrot, and other ingredients, stir-fried in hot oil. First, fry the lamb until cooked, then add vegetables and leftover rice, stir-fry together, and season to taste.
Steamed Pig Brain in Aluminum FoilA dish featuring tender pig brain cooked in aluminum foil with aromatic spices, popular in Sichuan cuisine.
Aluminum Foil Stinky TofuA specialty snack made by grilling fermented tofu wrapped in aluminum foil, featuring a crispy exterior and soft interior with aromatic seasoning.
Spanish Mackerel or BreamA dish made from Spanish mackerel or bream, typically steamed or braised with ginger, scallions, and soy sauce for a delicate, savory flavor.