BANU Hot Pot · Mao Du (Xin Qu Branch)
Hot pot · ⭐ 4.8
4th Floor, Maiku Building, Changjiang North Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Wuxi, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at 4th Floor, Maiku Building, Changjiang North Road. It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Black Chicken Roll, Banu Maowu, Hand-Made Beef Meatballs.
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: Wuxi
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 4.8
- Address: 4th Floor, Maiku Building, Changjiang North Road
- Popular dishes: Black Chicken Roll, Banu Maowu, Hand-Made Beef Meatballs, Beef Tallow Spicy Broth, Pork Brain
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Dishes
Black Chicken RollBlack chicken rolls are a dish made primarily from black chicken meat, sliced thinly and rolled into cylindrical shapes. Vegetables such as carrots and green peppers are typically wrapped inside along with the meat, then steamed or stir-fried to achieve a tender texture with rich layers of flavor.
Banu MaowuBananu beef tripe is a dish made primarily from beef tripe, quickly cooked by blanching or boiling. Served with dipping sauce or spicy broth to maintain its crisp and tender texture.
Hand-Made Beef MeatballsHandcrafted beef balls are made from fresh beef, pounded by hand into a meat paste, then shaped into small balls. The制作 process emphasizes手工 craftsmanship, preserving the original flavor and texture of the beef. The meat is firm and chewy with a satisfying bite.
Beef Tallow Spicy BrothA rich, spicy broth made from beef tallow, chili, Sichuan pepper, and fermented broad bean paste, essential for authentic Sichuan hot pot.
Pork BrainPig brain is a dish primarily made with fresh pig brain, typically steamed or simmered with spices and seasonings. The cooking process emphasizes precise control of heat to maintain the tender texture of the pig brain.
Fennel Oil StickFennel oil sticks are a traditional Chinese pastry made by mixing fresh fennel, finely chopped, with flour and water to form a batter. The mixture is then shaped into strips using a specific mold or technique and deep-fried until golden and crispy. They have an appealing appearance and a fragrant, crunchy texture.
Mushroom SoupMushroom soup is primarily made with various fresh mushrooms such as shiitake, enoki, and king oyster mushrooms, cooked with water or broth. To prepare, clean and slice the mushrooms, then simmer them in a pot until tender. A small amount of salt can be added for seasoning, and some recipes include ginger slices or scallions to remove fishy odors and enhance aroma.
Shrimp pasteShrimp paste is a dish primarily made from fresh shrimp. The preparation method mainly involves removing the shells from the shrimp, mashing them into shrimp paste, and then mixing in an appropriate amount of starch, egg white, and other seasonings until well combined. Through specific techniques, it forms a smooth and tender shrimp paste. During cooking, shrimp paste is commonly used as an ingredient in hot pot, soups, or stir-fries, offering a delicious taste and rich nutrition.
Snowflake BeefSnowflake beef is made from high-quality beef, named for its red and white marbled texture resembling snowflakes. To prepare it, the beef is sliced thinly, then marinated with a special seasoning before being quickly stir-fried until cooked. The dish showcases the tenderness of the beef perfectly blended with the seasonings.
Fresh Duck IntestinesFresh duck intestine is a dish primarily made with fresh duck intestines, typically cleaned and quickly blanched or stir-fried in boiling water to maintain its crisp and tender texture. It can be seasoned with garlic, chili, scallions, and ginger, or combined with other ingredients such as bean sprouts and green peppers during cooking.
Fresh Duck BloodFresh duck blood is a dish primarily made with fresh duck blood as the main ingredient. The duck blood is carefully processed to maintain its tender texture and is typically cooked simply with seasonings such as chili, scallions, ginger, and garlic to highlight the natural freshness of the duck blood.
Fresh Yellow GulletFresh yellow throat is a dish primarily made with pig or beef yellow throat as the main ingredient. After washing, the yellow throat is sliced and quickly blanched in boiling water until just cooked through, then stir-fried with seasonings such as scallions, ginger, garlic, and chili. It has a crisp and tender texture with a resilient bite.