Purple Bauhinia (Taoyuan North Road Branch)
晋菜 · ⭐ 4.2
No. 11 Taoyuan North Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Taiyuan, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 11 Taoyuan North Road. It is a 晋菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Large Copper Hot Pot, Shanxi Fried Pork with Sauce, Fried Fresh Mushrooms.
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: Taiyuan
- Category: 晋菜
- Rating: 4.2
- Address: No. 11 Taoyuan North Road
- Popular dishes: Large Copper Hot Pot, Shanxi Fried Pork with Sauce, Fried Fresh Mushrooms, Bubble Oil Cake, Paper-包裹鱼
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Dishes
Large Copper Hot PotA traditional Chinese dish cooked in a large copper pot, featuring spicy and numbing flavors from Sichuan-style broth with various meats and vegetables.
Shanxi Fried Pork with SauceShanxi Guoyou Rou is a traditional famous dish, primarily made with pork tenderloin, supplemented by vegetables such as wood ear mushrooms and garlic shoots. The preparation involves slicing the tenderloin, marinating it, then deep-frying until golden brown, followed by stir-frying with the accompanying vegetables and thickening the sauce to finish.
Fried Fresh MushroomsA Chinese dish made by frying fresh mushrooms after marinating and coating them in batter, resulting in a crispy exterior and tender interior.
Bubble Oil CakeBubble oil cake is a traditional Chinese pastry made from flour, sugar, oil, and water. The dough is rolled thin, folded into small pieces, and deep-fried until bubbles form on the surface and the inside becomes soft. It has a crispy exterior and a sweet, tender interior.
Paper-包裹鱼Paper-wrapped fish is a dish made by steaming fresh fish wrapped in lotus leaves or aluminum foil. Main ingredients include fresh fish (like grass carp or sea bass), ginger slices, green onions, garlic, doubanjiang, soy sauce, and cooking wine. The fish is cleaned, marinated, then sealed in paper with seasonings and steamed until tender and flavorful.
Stewed Offal with VermicelliA traditional Chinese dish made by slow-cooking lamb offal and vermicelli in a savory broth, resulting in a rich and hearty meal.
Old Mother's Braised Pork Trotter with Kidney BeansPork trotter and kidney beans are slowly braised for a long time. Main ingredients include pork trotter and kidney beans, resulting in tender meat and rich bean flavor, with a savory-sweet broth.- Bok Choy Stir-Fried with AlmondsBok choy stir-fried with almonds, a light and nutritious dish featuring crisp vegetables and crunchy nuts.
Scallion-Braised Tai MomoScallion-braised Tai Momo is made primarily from Tai Momo mushrooms, stir-fried with scallions and simmered in water. The dish has a golden color, rich aroma, tender texture, and a savory, slightly salty taste.
Vegetable DumplingsVegetable dumplings are made by mixing finely chopped carrots, cabbage, potatoes with starch and egg, shaping into balls, then frying until golden or steaming until cooked.
Tan's Stewed DishA rich Chinese stew featuring pork belly, tofu, vermicelli, cabbage, and mushrooms, slow-cooked in broth for deep flavor.
Sour Pepper LambA Chinese dish featuring lamb stir-fried with vinegar and pepper, offering a tangy and spicy flavor.
Changzhi Braised EggplantA home-style dish made by braising eggplant with garlic, green pepper, and tomato in a savory sauce until tender and flavorful.