Chen's Spicy Hot Pot (Yangzi Alley Store)
川菜 · ⭐ 3.6
No. 69 Yangzi Street

Dishes
Tofu SkinTofu skin, also known as百叶 or bean curd sheet, is a soy-based product made primarily from yellow beans. It has a pale yellow color, a delicate texture, and is as thin as paper. It can be prepared by mixing cold, stir-frying, or used as an ingredient. Commonly paired with vegetables, meat, or seafood in cooking to enhance texture and flavor.
Blooming SausageFlower sausage is a creative dish featuring sausages as the main ingredient. To prepare it, first make flower-shaped cuts on the sausages, then cook them in a preheated oven or frying pan until the surface blooms and becomes slightly charred. Finally, arrange the sausages with appropriate seasonings and vegetables for presentation.
Juicy Fish BallsBursting juice fish balls are made primarily from fresh, tender fish meat. After being finely chopped, the fish is mixed with an appropriate amount of starch and seasonings to form a fish paste, which is then hand-formed into small balls. Cooked quickly at high temperatures, the fish balls retain their elastic and tender texture while staying filled with flavorful broth inside. One bite releases a burst of savory juices.
Soft-boiled EggA sunny-side-up egg is made by directly placing an egg into boiling water and cooking it until done. Its characteristic is that the yolk remains round and does not散开, while the white evenly wraps around it, resembling a pouch—hence the name.
Lotus RootLotus root is a nutritious vegetable that can be cooked into various delicious dishes. Common preparation methods include stir-frying, stewing, and cold mixing. For stir-frying, slice the lotus root and quickly cook it with minced garlic and ginger slices to maintain its crisp texture. Stewing involves slow-cooking the lotus root with pork ribs or meat so it fully absorbs the savory flavors. For cold mixing, slice the lotus root, add seasonings, and toss well for a refreshing and appetizing dish.
SquidThis squid dish is made primarily from fresh squid, which is cleaned and sliced, then stir-fried or grilled with seasonal vegetables. It has a tender texture and is rich in nutrition, making it a popular seafood delicacy.
Chicken CutletChicken cutlet is made from chicken breast, marinated, coated with flour or breadcrumbs, then deep-fried until golden and crispy. The outer crust is crunchy while the inner chicken remains tender and juicy.
Chicken StripsChicken strips are made from chicken breast, cut into strips, marinated, and then fried. They have a golden color, with a crispy exterior and tender interior, and are usually served with chili powder or ketchup.
Quail EggQuail eggs are a dish primarily made with quail eggs, typically prepared by boiling, frying, roasting, or steaming. Quail eggs are small and delicate, rich in nutrition, with a unique texture and aroma, often used in various Chinese culinary preparations.
CucumberAfter washing, cucumbers can be sliced or cut into strips and eaten raw or blanched before being mixed in a cold dish. They can also be combined with other ingredients such as garlic, vinegar, and sugar to make a refreshing cold appetizer.