Defu Beef Noodles
小吃面食 · ⭐ 4.4
No. 48 Hongbu Street
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Xi'an, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 48 Hongbu Street. It is a 小吃面食 place, and the flavors are homestyle (mainly savory). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Thin Noodles with Beef, Five-Spice Boiled Eggs, Five-Spice Tea Egg.
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: Xi'an
- Category: 小吃面食
- Rating: 4.4
- Address: No. 48 Hongbu Street
- Popular dishes: Thin Noodles with Beef, Five-Spice Boiled Eggs, Five-Spice Tea Egg, Premium Beef, Lanzhou Beef Noodles
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Dishes
Thin Noodles with BeefTwo-fine beef noodle soup features hand-pulled noodles, tender stewed beef, and a rich broth made from牛 bones and spices. The noodles are chewy, the beef flavorful, garnished with green onions and cilantro for a satisfying taste.
Five-Spice Boiled EggsFive-spice braised eggs are a Chinese dish made by cooking eggs with star anise, cassia bark, bay leaves, Sichuan pepper, and cloves, then slowly simmering them in a seasoned broth to absorb the rich flavors.
Five-Spice Tea EggFive-spice tea eggs are a traditional snack made primarily from eggs and tea. The preparation involves boiling the eggs, gently cracking the shells, then simmering them together with tea and five-spice powder to allow the eggs to fully absorb the tea and five-spice flavors.
Premium BeefPremium beef made from high-quality cuts, marinated and grilled to perfection for a tender, flavorful dish.
Lanzhou Beef NoodlesLanzhou beef noodles are a traditional noodle dish primarily made with noodles and beef. The noodles are handcrafted from high-quality flour and stretched multiple times to achieve a slender, elongated shape. Tender cuts of beef are simmered with a unique blend of seasonings, resulting in a rich and flavorful taste. The broth is prepared by slow-cooking牛 bones and spices, creating a deeply aromatic and rich flavor. Finally, the cooked noodles and beef are placed into the soup, garnished with green onions, mung bean sprouts, chili peppers, and other toppings for a satisfying meal.
Ice PeakIce Peak is a cold dish made primarily from ice blocks, often carved into mountain shapes and decorated with fruits, mint leaves, or syrup. Water is frozen and shaped into blocks, sometimes with added juice or food coloring for color variation.
Shredded PotatoesShredded potatoes is a home-style dish primarily made from potatoes. The preparation involves washing and peeling the potatoes, slicing them into thin strips, then stir-frying with oil. Typically, garlic and chili are added to enhance the aroma, and salt is used for seasoning at the end.
Jujube TeaRed date tea is made by boiling hongzao (red dates) with water. Wash and halve the dates, then simmer in water over medium-low heat for about 30 minutes to extract nutrients and flavor. Strain before serving.
Delicate AppetizerDelicate side dishes are typically made from fresh vegetables like cucumber, carrot, wood ear mushroom, and bean sprouts, seasoned with salt, sugar, vinegar, and soy sauce, offering a refreshing taste and vibrant colors.
Clear Soup Beef NoodlesPure beef noodle soup made with beef bones and meat, slowly simmered for a clear broth, served with cooked noodles and sliced beef. The broth is clear and flavorful.
Tofu丝Tofu丝 is made primarily from tofu, processed by slicing and frying. It has a golden color and a crispy texture, making it a delicious dish in vegetarian cuisine.