Chongqing Bala Ma Hongmen Fish Village (Xingguang Avenue Store)
Hot pot · ⭐ 3.8
No. 998, Xingguang Avenue
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Chongqing, 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. 998, Xingguang Avenue. It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Pumpkin Pancake, Napa cabbage, Crispy Fried Pork.
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: Chongqing
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 3.8
- Address: No. 998, Xingguang Avenue
- Popular dishes: Pumpkin Pancake, Napa cabbage, Crispy Fried Pork, Beef Meatballs, Brown Sugar Glutinous Rice Cake
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Dishes
Pumpkin PancakePumpkin cake is a traditional snack made primarily with pumpkin as the main ingredient. The preparation typically involves steaming the pumpkin until soft, mashing it into a puree, mixing it with glutinous rice flour and other ingredients, then shaping it into small round cakes. Finally, it can be either fried or steamed to complete the dish.
Napa cabbageNapa cabbage is a common vegetable widely loved for its tender texture and nutritional value. When preparing it, the cabbage is usually washed and cut into segments, and can be stir-fried, simmered, or made into soups. Seasonings can be added according to taste during cooking.
Crispy Fried PorkFried crispy meat is a traditional dish primarily made with pork. The pork is sliced thinly, marinated, then coated in a batter and deep-fried in hot oil until golden and crispy. The finished dish has an appealing color, tender and juicy meat, and a crunchy outer crust.
Beef MeatballsBeef balls are made primarily from beef, which is finely chopped, mixed, and seasoned to form a meat paste. This paste is then shaped into small balls by hand or machine. Finally, the beef balls are boiled in hot water until they float to the surface, indicating they are cooked. The finished beef balls have a fresh, tender texture with a chewy bite.
Brown Sugar Glutinous Rice CakeRed sugar glutinous rice cakes are a traditional dessert made primarily from glutinous rice and brown sugar. First, the glutinous rice is steamed and then mashed into a paste to form the rice cakes. Next, brown sugar is dissolved in water and boiled into a syrup, which is poured over the rice cakes. Finally, toasted sesame seeds or crushed peanuts are sprinkled on top for added aroma.
CauliflowerCauliflower, also known as cauliflower or Romanesco, primarily uses white florets as the main ingredient. When cooking, it is usually broken into small florets, cleaned thoroughly, and then prepared through various methods such as stir-frying, boiling, or roasting. With appropriate seasonings, its natural flavor can be preserved, resulting in a crisp texture.
Bitter Melon StemBitter Melon Stem is a vegetable dish made by stir-frying the tender stems of bitter melon with garlic and chili, offering a crisp and fresh taste.
CilantroCilantro, also known as coriander, is a common herb used for seasoning. Its fresh green leaves have a distinctive aroma and are primarily composed of stems and leaves. Cilantro can be used in cold dishes, stir-fries, or as a garnish for soups, adding a refreshing flavor to the dish.
Fresh Tiao SkinFresh sweet potato skin is a cold dish made from sweet potato starch. The starch is mixed with water, steamed until cooked, cooled, then sliced into strips or pieces and tossed with scallions, ginger, garlic, chili oil, soy sauce, vinegar, and sesame oil.
Duck IntestinesDuck intestine, made primarily from fresh duck intestines, is carefully cleaned and processed to maintain its tender texture. It can typically be paired with various seasonings and cooking methods such as stir-frying, boiling, or grilling, creating a variety of delicious dishes. Its unique texture and rich nutrition make duck intestine one of the ingredients beloved by many diners.