Xin Xin Dumpling Shop (Houzaimen West Village Store)
小吃快餐 · ⭐ 4.2
East No. 8, No. 20, Houzaimen Xicun, Meiyuan Xincun Subdistrict (next to No. 54 Middle School on Fugui Lane)
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Nanjing, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at East No. 8, No. 20, Houzaimen Xicun, Meiyuan Xincun Subdistrict (next to No. 54 Middle School on Fugui Lane). 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: Chinese cabbage and pork dumplings, Celery Dumplings, Shepherd's Purse Dumplings.
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: Nanjing
- Category: 小吃快餐
- Rating: 4.2
- Address: East No. 8, No. 20, Houzaimen Xicun, Meiyuan Xincun Subdistrict (next to No. 54 Middle School on Fugui Lane)
- Popular dishes: Chinese cabbage and pork dumplings, Celery Dumplings, Shepherd's Purse Dumplings, Shrimp and Pork Dumplings, Cowpea and Pork Dumplings
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Dishes
Chinese cabbage and pork dumplingsChinese cabbage and pork dumplings are made with pork and Chinese cabbage as main ingredients. The pork is minced, mixed with chopped cabbage and seasonings, then wrapped in dough and boiled or steamed.
Celery DumplingsCelery dumplings made with flour-based wrappers, filled with a mixture of finely chopped fresh celery and pork seasoned to taste, then boiled after手工 or machine shaping.
Shepherd's Purse DumplingsJi菜 dumplings are made with fresh jicai and pork. Jicai is washed, chopped, mixed with minced pork, seasoned, and blended into filling. Dough is prepared from flour and water, filled, sealed, and boiled to serve.
Shrimp and Pork DumplingsShrimp and pork dumplings made with fresh shrimp and minced pork, seasoned and wrapped in dough, then boiled or steamed. Mix chopped shrimp with pork, add scallions, ginger, salt, and soy sauce, then wrap in round dough wrappers and seal by pinching. Cook by boiling or steaming.
Cowpea and Pork DumplingsCowpea and pork dumplings are made by mixing chopped cowpeas and minced pork into a savory filling, wrapped in thin dough, and boiled until tender. A classic comfort food with a balanced flavor.
Pea and Corn DumplingsPea and corn dumplings feature fresh peas and sweet corn as the main filling, wrapped in thin dough and steamed or boiled for a delicate, sweet taste.
Green Pepper DumplingsGreen pepper dumplings are made with flour-based wrappers filled with a mixture primarily featuring green peppers, pork or beef, and seasonings like scallions and ginger. The filling is finely chopped and mixed before being wrapped by hand or machine and then boiled or steamed.
Leek and Pork DumplingsLeek and pork dumplings made with flour wrappers, filled with a mixture of fresh leeks and minced pork, hand-formed and boiled. Seasoned with salt, soy sauce, and ginger for enhanced flavor.
Cilantro DumplingsCilantro dumplings are made with a wheat dough wrapper filled with fresh cilantro and minced pork or shrimp, steamed or boiled until tender and fragrant.
Fresh Meat DumplingsFresh meat dumplings are made with pork filling and seasoned with scallions, ginger, and other spices, shaped into small dumplings. The wrappers are thin and the filling is tender, with a clear and delicious broth. This dish is one of the traditional Chinese breakfast options and also suitable as a light meal or late-night snack.