Wang Lao Li Iron Pot Fish Stew (North Gongda University Branch)
Northeastern Chinese cuisine · ⭐ 4.8
20 meters east of Maisong KTV, Dongsihuan South Road (southeast corner of Gongda Bridge)
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Beijing, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at 20 meters east of Maisong KTV, Dongsihuan South Road (southeast corner of Gongda Bridge). It is a Northeastern Chinese cuisine place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Grass Carp, Softshell Turtle, Potato.
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: Beijing
- Category: Northeastern Chinese cuisine
- Rating: 4.8
- Address: 20 meters east of Maisong KTV, Dongsihuan South Road (southeast corner of Gongda Bridge)
- Popular dishes: Grass Carp, Softshell Turtle, Potato, Wide Rice Noodles, Scallion Tofu
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Dishes
Grass CarpGá fish is a dish primarily made with gá fish, seasoned with common ingredients such as ginger and garlic, and carefully prepared. The typical preparation method includes cleaning the gá fish, preparing the ingredients, and then frying or stewing until the fish is fully cooked and the broth is rich and flavorful.
Softshell TurtleSoft-shelled turtle, also known as turtle or softshell turtle, is prepared using live specimens. After slaughter and internal organs removal, it is blanched in water to remove fishy odor, then stewed or braised with ginger slices, scallions, and other seasonings until the meat becomes tender.
PotatoPotatoes are peeled and cut into cubes or slices, then cooked by frying, boiling, steaming, or stir-frying. Common preparations include potato shreds, braised potatoes with meat, mashed potatoes, and french fries. The main ingredient is potatoes, with optional seasonings such as scallions, ginger, garlic, and chili peppers added according to taste.
Wide Rice NoodlesWide rice noodles, a broad ribbon-shaped vermicelli made from sweet potato starch. Typically, the wide rice noodles are soaked in warm water to soften them before being stir-fried or added to soups with meats and vegetables. They have a smooth, tender texture that absorbs broth well, enhancing the overall flavor.
Scallion TofuScallion tofu is a dish primarily made with soft tofu and scallions. After cutting the tofu into cubes and blanching it to remove any fishy odor, it is stir-fried together with chopped scallions. Season with an appropriate amount of salt and soy sauce, then stir evenly until well combined. The dish has a soft and tender texture with a rich scallion aroma.
Dried Green BeansDry beans are made by sun-drying fresh beans until they lose moisture, resulting in a deep green or yellow-brown color. Before cooking, they must be soaked in water to restore their softness. They are commonly stewed with meat, absorbing the meat juices to become flavorful, and can also be stir-fried or used in soups.
Pork RibsPork ribs are part of a pig's spine, typically including meat and bones. To prepare them, rinse the ribs and blanch them to remove any odor, then cook using methods such as stewing, boiling, roasting, or frying. Common seasonings like soy sauce, cooking wine, and ginger slices are added to enhance flavor.
Chinese cabbageChinese cabbage is a common vegetable with翠绿色 leaves and a crisp texture. It is typically cooked by stir-frying, boiling, or stewing to preserve its natural flavor, and can also be paired with other ingredients to enhance its taste and texture.
Flower-shaped steamed bunBaozi is a traditional Chinese pastry made primarily from flour, crafted through steps such as fermentation, kneading, and rolling. Its surface features a spiral pattern, with a soft texture and distinct layers.
EggplantEggplant is a common vegetable typically sliced into segments or pieces for cooking. Preparation methods include stir-frying, braising in brown sauce, frying, steaming, or stewing, often combined with seasonings such as garlic, ginger, and green onions. It can also be cooked together with meats or soy-based products.
Stewed Jiangtu in Iron PotIron pot stewed江团 is a dish made with江团 fish as the main ingredient, combined with potatoes, vermicelli, tofu, and other ingredients, slowly simmered in an iron pot. After preparation, the江团 fish is added to the pot with辅料, along with water or broth, and gently stewed until fully flavored.
FlatbreadA flatbread made from flour, water, and a pinch of salt, kneaded into dough, rolled thin, and cooked on a pan or griddle. Common types include plain, filled, or paired with vegetables and meat. Eaten alone or with soups and sauces.