Old Neighborhood Porridge Shop (Zhongjin Mingzhu Store)
小吃快餐 · ⭐ 3.4
Room 103, Buildings 1/2, Zhongjin Garden, No. 3766 Yatai Avenue
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Changchun, 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 Room 103, Buildings 1/2, Zhongjin Garden, No. 3766 Yatai Avenue. It is a 小吃快餐 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Rice and Mung Bean Porridge, Rice Porridge, Spicy Pepper and Dried Tofu.
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: Changchun
- Category: 小吃快餐
- Rating: 3.4
- Address: Room 103, Buildings 1/2, Zhongjin Garden, No. 3766 Yatai Avenue
- Popular dishes: Rice and Mung Bean Porridge, Rice Porridge, Spicy Pepper and Dried Tofu, Tree Pepper Potato Shreds, Seaweed and Potato Slices
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Dishes
Rice and Mung Bean PorridgeRice and mung bean porridge is a home-style dish made primarily from rice and mung beans. The preparation is simple: soak the rice and mung beans beforehand, then boil them together in a pot with适量 water over low heat until the porridge thickens and the beans are tender. This nutritious and healthy porridge is suitable for people of all ages.
Rice PorridgeMillet porridge is a type of porridge made primarily from millet. The preparation method is simple: wash the millet, then boil it with an appropriate amount of water, and simmer over low heat until the porridge becomes thick.
Spicy Pepper and Dried Tofu尖椒干豆腐 is a dish primarily made with dried tofu and green chili peppers. The dried tofu is cut into strips or cubes, and the green chilies are sliced or chopped. Both ingredients are stir-fried together. Typically, the dried tofu is blanched first to remove any odor, then stir-fried with the green chilies and seasoned with appropriate seasonings until fully flavored.
Tree Pepper Potato ShredsA stir-fried dish made with shredded potatoes and tree peppers, known for its crisp texture and mild spiciness.
Seaweed and Potato SlicesA refreshing cold dish made with seaweed and sliced potatoes, seasoned with garlic, vinegar, soy sauce, and sesame oil for a savory taste.
Beef Steamed DumplingsSteamed beef dumplings made with flour wrappers and minced beef filling, a traditional Chinese snack. Main ingredients include beef, flour, scallions, ginger, and seasonings; a small amount of water or broth is added to the filling for a tender texture.
Steamed Okra with Soy SauceSteamed okra is a dish featuring okra as the main ingredient. Fresh okra is washed, blanched in boiling water until colored, then drained and served with a seasoning sauce or plain. Simple to prepare, it retains okra's natural flavor and nutrients.
Century Egg and Pork PorridgePreserved egg and lean pork congee is a traditional Chinese porridge dish, primarily made with preserved eggs, lean pork, and rice. The method involves cooking rice into a porridge, then adding pre-prepared preserved eggs and lean pork, continuing to simmer until the ingredients are fully cooked and the porridge reaches a thick consistency.
Scallion-braised Black FungusScallion-braised black fungus is a dish primarily made with fresh black fungus and scallion segments. After soaking and blanching the black fungus, it is stir-fried together with cut scallions in a pan, then seasoned and simmered until flavorful. The finished dish has a clear color, a crisp and tender texture, and a rich scallion aroma.
Egg PancakeEgg pancake is a snack made primarily with eggs and flour. The preparation method is simple: first, beat the eggs and mix them with flour and water to form a batter. Then, heat some oil in a flat pan, pour in the batter, and use a spatula to spread it into a round shape. Fry until both sides are golden brown.