Madam Ru's Iron Pot Era (Zhangqiu Branch)
Northeastern Chinese cuisine · ⭐ 4.8
South side of Furong Avenue
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Jinan, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at South side of Furong Avenue. It is a Northeastern Chinese cuisine place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Pork Belly, Rural Earth Stove Pot Bottom, Dried Green Beans.
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: Jinan
- Category: Northeastern Chinese cuisine
- Rating: 4.8
- Address: South side of Furong Avenue
- Popular dishes: Pork Belly, Rural Earth Stove Pot Bottom, Dried Green Beans, Signature Free-range Chicken, Pork Ribs
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Dishes
Pork BellyPork belly is a cut of meat from the pig's abdomen, characterized by alternating layers of fat and lean meat, which gives it the name 'five-layered' or 'five-striped'. Common cooking methods include braising, stir-frying, or stewing. During cooking, the fat melts, resulting in tender meat with an aromatic flavor.
Rural Earth Stove Pot BottomA rustic pot-bottom dish made with pork, tofu, and greens, slowly simmered over a traditional earth stove for rich flavor.
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.
Signature Free-range ChickenA signature dish featuring free-range chicken slow-cooked with secret spices, resulting in tender meat and rich broth.
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.
Fresh Lamb RibsFresh lamb chops are made from the back of the lamb, cleaned and directly marinated with salt, pepper, and garlic. Then cooked by pan-frying, grilling, or stewing until fully done, preserving the original flavor of the lamb.
BeefBeef dishes are primarily made with high-quality beef and prepared using cooking methods such as stewing, boiling, and stir-frying. During the cooking process, seasonings like scallions, ginger, garlic, chili peppers, and Sichuan peppercorns can be added according to taste, allowing the beef to fully absorb the aromas of the seasonings for a tender and juicy texture.
Beef BrisketBeef brisket is primarily made from the rib section of beef, slow-cooked to perfection. The meat is tender with a slight chewiness from its connective tissues, making it ideal for slow cooking to bring out rich flavors. It is typically cooked with spices and vegetables until tender and flavorful, resulting in a rich and savory broth.
Softshell TurtleSoftshell turtle, with delicious meat and rich nutrition. First clean the turtle thoroughly, cut it into pieces, and marinate it with ingredients such as ginger slices and green onion segments. Then, sauté the spices in oil, add the turtle pieces, stir-fry, and add water to simmer slowly until the meat is tender and the broth is rich.
Mustard greensGongcai, also known as Tai Gan, is a dried vegetable made from the fleshy stems of lettuce-family plants through processes such as sun-drying and pickling. It has a bright green color and a crisp texture. To prepare, soak it in water first, then mix with seasonings.