Iron Pot Era (Nongguang Road Store)
农家菜 · ⭐ 4.3
No. 68-96, East Gate of Zhonghua Huafu, Nongguang Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Fuzhou, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 68-96, East Gate of Zhonghua Huafu, Nongguang Road. It is a 农家菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Rural Earth Stove Pot, Shredded Tofu Skin, Free-range Chicken.
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: Fuzhou
- Category: 农家菜
- Rating: 4.3
- Address: No. 68-96, East Gate of Zhonghua Huafu, Nongguang Road
- Popular dishes: Rural Earth Stove Pot, Shredded Tofu Skin, Free-range Chicken, Baby bok choy, Signature Dumpling Pancakes
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Dishes
Rural Earth Stove PotA traditional Chinese home-style dish cooked slowly over a rural earth stove, featuring pork belly, potatoes, vermicelli, and green peppers.
Shredded Tofu SkinThousand-layer tofu skin silk is a dish made primarily from tofu skin, sliced into fine strands, blanched to remove odor, then stir-fried with葱,姜,蒜 or dressed with seasonings.
Free-range ChickenFree-range local chicken, slaughtered and prepared by stewing, boiling, or braising. Main ingredient is chicken, seasoned with ginger and scallions, optionally with dried mushrooms and goji berries to preserve the original flavor.
Baby bok choyBaby bok choy is a small type of Chinese cabbage with a fresh and tender texture. Common cooking methods include stir-frying, garlic stir-fry, or simmering in clear soup. To prepare, first wash the baby bok choy thoroughly, then add appropriate seasonings and ingredients according to your chosen method, and stir-fry until soft or simmer until flavorful.
Signature Dumpling PancakesSignature pot stickers are made with a wheat flour wrapper filled with pork and cabbage, shaped into a half-moon and pan-fried until the bottom is golden and crispy while the top remains soft and juicy.
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.
LettuceLettuce is a common vegetable known for its tender green leaves and crisp texture. It can be eaten raw as the main ingredient in salads or combined with various seasonings and sauces to enhance flavor. Additionally, lettuce is often used to wrap or decorate other foods, such as grilled meats and burgers.
Sweet Potato NoodlesSweet potato noodles are made from sweet potato starch and usually appear transparent or semi-transparent. The basic preparation method involves mixing sweet potato starch and water in proportion, stirring well, then pouring the mixture through a sieve into boiling water to cook, finally removing it, rinsing with cold water, and draining.
CilantroCilantro, also known as coriander, is a common herb used for seasoning. Its fresh green leaves have a distinctive aroma and are primarily composed of stems and leaves. Cilantro can be used in cold dishes, stir-fries, or as a garnish for soups, adding a refreshing flavor to the dish.