Beijing, China — I’m in the middle of writing about my visit to Lìjiāng. Lunch time hits so I decide to eat some inspiration at a favorite spot, In & Out (一坐一忘丽江主题餐厅). I’ve written about a few dishes from In & Out before (Tasting Lijiang’s Flavors in Beijing); clearly I love this place.
Liáng Bàn Gānzhèmiáo (凉拌甘蔗苗, Lime Tenderized Sugarcane)
First a cold dish with lime flavored sugarcane, so tender and almost mistakable for artichoke hearts or bamboo shoots.
Kǎo Luófēiyú (烤罗非鱼, Roasted Tilapia)
It looked too small for two. Soft white Tilapia meat grilled and encrusted with chili flakes, cumin, and other spices. Beneath the lemongrass was a bed of red chili, cilantro, and lime relish.
Xiāngcháng Càitái (香肠菜苔, Chinese Kale Stir-fried with Chinese Sausage)
The Xiāngcháng Càitái crispy and great for neutralizing the palette is also a great source of Organosulfur Phytonutrients (prevents Cancer), flavonoids (prevents Ovarian Cancer), Carotenoids (lowering Cataract risk), and anti-oxidants. Basically, Kale is the wonder veggie that hit my radar recently. I’m partial to Kale because I’ve also read it’s great for skin. Chinese sausage stir-fried into the mix makes the dish indulgent.
Xiǎo Guō Mǐxiàn (小锅米线, Small Pot Rice Noodles)
Tangy, substantial, filling yet not one of my favorites because of a pungent aroma I could almost call an odor. I believe it’s because the bamboo shoots are from a can. Bamboo shoots in Asia are usually fresh and can be tossed into any sauté or curry without sending my eyes to the back of my head. This bowl of noodles was tasty and slippery-slurping fun, yet slightly repelling. Next time I’ll try a different broth.
A modest meal for two within the calming interiors of In & Out costs less than ¥150. The menu has a lot to offer and isn’t shy about staying authentic in an ever changing Beijing where inter-regional fusion is changing how even the Chinese eat Chinese food.
In & Out (一坐一忘丽江主题餐厅)
北京市朝阳区三里屯北小街1号, China (Map)
010-8454-0086
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Beautiful photography and mouth-watering dishes…..just what my family would really love
Shanti, the Tilapia looks and sounds amazing! I have not even had breakfast and am now wanting Chinese food! Great post!
Great food pics, as always. Love the light. And how delicious it looks.
Mary, yes, I wish my family could cross the ocean more often and join me in my eating adventures. I feel my heart aching, yearning to share my experiences with my family, while eating great food.
Denise, I feel like we should make a list of places where to eat in the event you and Lenny make it over. This restaurant would definitely be one of them.
Thanks Jenny! I wouldn’t mind having your photographic prowess around from time to time. Especially with your talent for photographing families – that would come in handy during my travels!