Lao Chengdu Cold Pot Fish (Zhengshi Side Street Branch)
火锅 · ⭐ 4.4
No. 13, Yejin Enshi Street; next to Zhihe Education Bookstore
Dishes
Cold Pot FishCold pot fish is a dish made with fresh fish and vegetables like bean sprouts, cabbage, and lotus root, marinated with special seasonings and cooked in a cold pot. Fish slices and vegetables are simmered together with chili, Sichuan peppercorns, and doubanjiang until flavorful while preserving the original taste.
Spiced Soybeans SaladCold-mixed edamame is a chilled dish made primarily from fresh edamame. After boiling and removing the shells, it's mixed with garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, and sesame oil.
Salt and Pepper ShrimpSalt and pepper shrimp is a dish primarily made with fresh shrimp. The shrimp are cleaned, then blanched or fried until cooked, before being stir-fried with salt and pepper (a mixture of Sichuan peppercorns and salt) to evenly coat the shrimp with the flavorful seasoning. Garlic and ginger are typically added during cooking to enhance aroma.
Fried RiceFried rice is a dish primarily made with rice, combined with ingredients such as eggs, vegetables, meat, or seafood, and stir-fried in a hot wok using cold oil or hot oil. Typically, the rice is first fluffed, then the ingredients are added one by one and stir-fried evenly, followed by seasoning.
Hot Dry NoodlesHot dry noodles are a specialty snack from Wuhan, primarily made with alkaline noodles. The noodles are boiled, rinsed in cold water, coated with oil, and then dried. They are then topped with a sauce made from sesame paste, sesame oil, vinegar, and other seasonings, and finally garnished with pickled mustard greens, green onions, and crushed peanuts.
Tomato Hot PotTomato pot is a soup-based dish primarily made with tomatoes. Fresh tomatoes are cut into pieces and boiled with an appropriate amount of water, then various vegetables, meats, or seafood are added for dipping and cooking. Seasonings can be adjusted according to personal taste.
Bighead CarpFathead fish is a dish primarily made with bighead carp, using the head part. After cleaning and cutting, it's pan-fried until slightly golden, then simmered with scallions, ginger, garlic, and doubanjiang. It can be cooked with tofu or cabbage for richer flavor.
Flower RiceA colorful and nutritious dish made by mixing rice with seasonal vegetables and meat, often stir-fried or steamed.
Dipping SauceA dipping sauce is a seasoned condiment used to accompany food, primarily made by mixing soy sauce, vinegar, garlic paste, chili oil, cilantro, and green onions. Additional ingredients such as sugar, sesame seeds, or crushed peanuts can be added according to taste. The preparation method involves thoroughly mixing all the ingredients until well combined.
Spicy ShrimpSpicy shrimp is a dish made primarily with fresh shrimp, stir-fried with spices such as chili peppers and Sichuan peppercorns. The shrimp meat is tender and succulent, paired with aromatic spicy seasonings that create an enticing color and fragrance.
Fish slicesFish slices are thin pieces of boneless fresh fish, usually marinated with wine, salt, and starch, then cooked by stir-frying, boiling, or steaming. Common vegetables include green peppers, wood ear mushrooms, and ginger slices. The dish is tender and nutritious.
Yin-Yang Hot Pot Base鸳鸯锅底 is a classic choice for hot pot, consisting of two different flavored broths—typically one spicy and numbing, and the other mild. The spicy broth is made by simmering chili peppers, Sichuan peppercorns, and other spices, resulting in a rich, stimulating flavor that awakens the appetite. The mild broth is based on clear soup or bone broth, offering a refreshing taste ideal for cooking a variety of ingredients.
Yellow CatfishA dish made with yellow catfish, steamed or braised with ginger, scallions, and garlic, resulting in tender and flavorful fish.