Tan Guan Yao · Waist Meat Restaurant (Tongzilin Branch)
Sichuan cuisine · ⭐ 4.5
No. 37, Xinguang Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Chengdu, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 37, Xinguang Road. It is a Sichuan cuisine place, and the flavors are spicy (numbing/spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Cold-Blanched Pork Salad, Crispy Tofu with Sauce, Pumpkin and Mung Bean Soup.
If you cannot eat spicy food, use Dragon Mate to say “no spicy” before ordering, and tell the staff clearly.
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: Chengdu
- Category: Sichuan cuisine
- Rating: 4.5
- Address: No. 37, Xinguang Road
- Popular dishes: Cold-Blanched Pork Salad, Crispy Tofu with Sauce, Pumpkin and Mung Bean Soup, Old Mountain Cured Meat, Sizzling Double Crisp
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Dishes
Cold-Blanched Pork SaladA traditional Chinese dish made with boiled pork belly, seasoned with garlic, cilantro, chili oil, and other condiments for a refreshing, savory flavor.
Crispy Tofu with SauceBaojiang tofu is a specialty dish primarily made from tofu. The tofu undergoes special processing to achieve a crispy outer layer while maintaining a tender and smooth interior with rich sauce. During preparation, the tofu is first marinated, then fried until golden and crunchy, and finally served with a specially crafted sauce for flavor.
Pumpkin and Mung Bean SoupA refreshing Chinese soup made with pumpkin and mung beans, simmered slowly for a sweet and soothing flavor.
Old Mountain Cured MeatTraditional cured pork made by salting and air-drying in mountain areas, known for its rich flavor and long shelf life.
Sizzling Double CrispSpicy Double Crisp is a traditional Chinese dish made primarily from pig's stomach and chicken gizzard. The ingredients are sliced thinly and stir-fried at high heat with chili peppers, garlic, and other seasonings. The dish features bright colors and a tender, elastic texture.
Spicy Pig IntestinesSpicy pig intestines is a dish made primarily from pork intestines, cleaned, blanched to remove odor, then stir-fried with chili, garlic, and ginger. The finished dish has a soft yet chewy texture with rich flavor.
Spicy Crispy IntestineSpicy crispy intestines is a stir-fry dish primarily made with pork intestines. After cleaning and cutting the intestines into segments, they are quickly stir-fried with ingredients such as green peppers, red peppers, and garlic slices. Seasoned with soy sauce, cooking wine, and salt during preparation, this dish maintains the crisp texture of the intestines.
Spicy猪腰 Stir-frySpicy猪腰 is a traditional dish made primarily from pig kidneys, which are skillfully sliced into decorative patterns and then quickly stir-fried with chili peppers, scallions, ginger, garlic, and other seasonings. The key to preparation lies in mastering the heat control to maintain the tender texture of the pig kidneys.
Stir-Fried Potato ShredsStir-fried potato shreds is a Chinese home-style dish made by quickly stir-frying thin slices of potatoes in oil, seasoned with salt, vinegar, and chili for a crisp texture.
Sizzling Twice-Cooked PorkA classic Sichuan dish featuring pork belly stir-fried with vegetables and spices, known for its bold flavor and tender texture.
Tomato and Egg Stir-FryScrambled eggs with tomatoes is a home-style dish made primarily from fresh tomatoes and eggs. The preparation is simple: first, beat the eggs and cut the tomatoes into pieces; then heat a pan with oil, pour in the egg mixture and stir-fry until set, then remove and set aside; next, stir-fry the tomatoes until soft, add the cooked eggs, and mix well; finally, season with salt, and sprinkle with chopped green onions before serving for added aroma.
Mung Bean and Pumpkin PorridgeA soothing porridge made from mung beans and pumpkin, offering a mild sweetness and smooth texture.
Old Jar Sichuan-Style Fish in Sour Vegetable SauceOld jar sour vegetable fish is made with fresh, tender fish meat and pickled sour vegetables, carefully cooked with various spices and seasonings. The fish meat is smooth and tender, the sour vegetables are crisp and tangy, and the broth is rich and flavorful, perfectly blending sour, fresh, and aromatic tastes.
Honey Snow Cherry TomatoesA refreshing dessert made with fresh cherry tomatoes dipped in honey and garnished with mint, offering a naturally sweet and crisp taste.
Wild Vegetable Glutinous Rice DumplingsWild vegetable glutinous rice cakes are a traditional snack made primarily from fresh wild vegetables and glutinous rice. The preparation involves steaming the glutinous rice until cooked, then mashing it into a paste, mixing it with finely chopped wild vegetables, and shaping it into small round cakes. Finally, the wild vegetable glutinous rice cakes are pan-fried until golden brown on both sides.
Fresh Spicy Rabbit in PotFresh Pot Rabbit is a Sichuan-style dish primarily made with rabbit meat. Typically, the rabbit is cut into pieces and stir-fried with chili peppers, Sichuan peppercorns, ginger, garlic, and doubanjiang (fermented broad bean paste). It is then simmered in broth until fully flavored, and finally garnished with chopped green onions or cilantro. The cooking process emphasizes precise heat control to ensure the rabbit meat remains tender while absorbing the spicy and numbing flavors.