Niu Er Ben · Chaoshan Beef Hot Pot
Hot pot · ⭐ 4.2
100 meters west of Qianxing Road, Qianwei Subdistrict
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 100 meters west of Qianxing Road, Qianwei Subdistrict. It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Five-layer Pork, Spoon Nuts, Spoon Skin.
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: Hot pot
- Rating: 4.2
- Address: 100 meters west of Qianxing Road, Qianwei Subdistrict
- Popular dishes: Five-layer Pork, Spoon Nuts, Spoon Skin, Tendon Heart, Cream-filled Bun
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Dishes
Five-layer PorkA Chinese dish made with pork belly, seasoned and cooked by pan-frying or braising to achieve a rich, savory flavor.
Spoon NutsTenderloin, taken from the inner layer of the beef shoulder tender, shaped like a key, hence its name. To prepare, slice the tenderloin thinly, marinate with simple seasonings, then quickly blanch in hot pot until it changes color. The meat is fresh and tender, melting in your mouth—ideal for hot pot dishes.
Spoon SkinSkillet皮 is a dish made primarily from pork skin, processed by blanching, dehairing, and boiling, then sliced or cut into strips and seasoned or stir-fried. Common methods include braising, cold mixing, or stewing, with a soft, chewy texture.
Tendon HeartOx heart is a premium cut from the beef, located on both sides of the cow's spine, featuring tender meat with evenly distributed fat. It is typically sliced thinly and quickly cooked by blanching, commonly found in hot pot or Chaoshan beef hot pot to preserve its fresh and tender texture.
Cream-filled BunA custard bun is a Chinese pastry made with flour as the skin and custard filling as the main interior. To prepare it, fermented flour is rolled into a skin, filled with a custard mixture made from eggs, milk, butter, sugar, and starch, then steamed until cooked. The custard filling has a smooth and delicate texture with a rich dairy aroma.
Tenderized MeatTender meat is a dish primarily made with pork, using tender cuts such as pork tenderloin or梅花肉 (marbled pork), which are sliced, marinated, and quickly stir-fried. The dish has a bright color and tender, juicy texture.
Fresh Meat BallsFresh meat balls made from finely minced pork or beef, shaped into round balls and cooked by boiling or steaming for a tender and flavorful dish.
Special Price Beef BrisketHigh-quality beef brisket slowly stewed until tender and flavorful, retaining its natural taste with basic seasonings.
Corn and Radish Beef Bone SoupA nourishing soup made with beef bones, corn, and radish, slowly simmered for rich flavor and health benefits.