Zhang Lao Qiang Fangcheng Spicy Noodles (Free Trade Building Store)
小吃快餐 · ⭐ 4.5
No. 4, Yabao Dongfang International, 150 meters east of Xinyi Road on Xiangsheng Street, north side of the road, Jicheng Road Subdistrict
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Zhengzhou, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 4, Yabao Dongfang International, 150 meters east of Xinyi Road on Xiangsheng Street, north side of the road, Jicheng Road Subdistrict. 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: Zhang Lao's Braised Pork Shank, Zhang Lao's Three-Boiled Pig Trotters, Zhang Lao Qiang's Spicy Noodle Soup.
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: Zhengzhou
- Category: 小吃快餐
- Rating: 4.5
- Address: No. 4, Yabao Dongfang International, 150 meters east of Xinyi Road on Xiangsheng Street, north side of the road, Jicheng Road Subdistrict
- Popular dishes: Zhang Lao's Braised Pork Shank, Zhang Lao's Three-Boiled Pig Trotters, Zhang Lao Qiang's Spicy Noodle Soup, Handmade Fire Cake, Fire Cake with Green Pepper and Egg
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Dishes
Zhang Lao's Braised Pork ShankA traditional Chinese braised dish featuring pork shank simmered in a rich, spiced broth for tender, flavorful results.
Zhang Lao's Three-Boiled Pig TrottersA traditional Chinese dish featuring pig trotters simmered three times in a rich broth, resulting in tender, flavorful meat with a savory aroma.
Zhang Lao Qiang's Spicy Noodle SoupA hearty noodle soup made with hand-pulled noodles, beef, greens, and a spicy stir-fried base. Served in a rich broth with garlic, ginger, and chili oil for bold flavor.
Handmade Fire CakeA traditional Chinese flatbread made by hand, baked until crispy outside and soft inside, often filled with meat or vegetables.
Fire Cake with Green Pepper and EggA Chinese home-style dish made by stuffing stir-fried green peppers and eggs into a baked flatbread, offering a crispy exterior and savory filling.
Braised ChickenRoast chicken is a traditional Chinese dish with chicken as the main ingredient. During preparation, the chicken is marinated and then roasted until the skin turns golden and crispy while the meat remains tender and juicy. The cooking process emphasizes precise control of heat to ensure the best texture and flavor of the chicken.
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.
Sweet Sauce Wheat GlutenA dish made with wheat gluten stir-fried in sweet soy sauce, offering a savory-sweet flavor and tender texture.
Secret-Recipe Braised Tofu SkinSpicy braised tofu skin made by soaking tofu skin and slow-cooking it in a seasoned broth with soy sauce, rock sugar, star anise, cinnamon, and bay leaves for rich flavor.
Sheep Fat Chili羊油辣椒 is a seasoning made primarily from mutton fat and chili peppers. Melt the mutton fat, add crushed dried chilies or chili powder, and slowly stir-fry over low heat until fragrant, allowing the chilies to absorb the rich aroma. The finished product is reddish-brown and thick, suitable for mixing with noodles, stir-frying, or as a dipping sauce.
Steamed DishesSteaming is a cooking method where ingredients are heated through steam in a steamer. Common ingredients include meat, fish, vegetables, and soy products, often with minimal seasonings to enhance flavor. This method uses little oil, preserving the natural taste of the ingredients.
Lotus Root SlicesLotus root slices are made from fresh lotus roots, washed and sliced, then combined with seasonings such as garlic and chili peppers, and cooked by stir-frying or served cold. The dish showcases the natural white color of the lotus root slices, offering a crisp and tender texture—making it a refreshing home-style delicacy.