Lotus-Flavored Rice Dishes & Iron Plate Specialties Menu Guide

If you’ve ever stared at a Chinese restaurant menu and wondered what ‘’ or ‘’ actually means in English, you’re not alone. Many coffee shops and casual dining spots in China serve Asian-inspired rice and iron plate dishes—but without clear translations, ordering can feel like guesswork. This guide gives you the precise English names for these popular menu items, especially the fragrant ‘’ (lotus-flavored) rice series.

The lotus-flavored rice series includes eight specific dishes, from cured meat to eel, while the iron plate section features six protein-heavy specialties. Below is the complete, itemized English menu reference—no guesses, no omissions.

Lotus-Flavored Rice Series

The ‘’ series refers to dishes cooked with the aromatic fragrance of lotus leaves, infusing rice and protein with a subtle, fragrant taste. These are popular in both casual and specialty dining settings.

• Lotus-Flavored Cured Meat Rice
• Lotus-Flavored Porkchop Rice
• Lotus-Flavored Mushroom and Chicken Rice
• Lotus-Flavored Frog Rice
• Lotus-Flavored Pepper Tenderloin Rice
• Lotus-Flavored Eel Rice
• Lotus-Flavored Baked Cod Rice

Iron Plate Series

The iron plate dishes are served hot on a sizzling iron platter, often with spicy or savory sauces. These are hearty, protein-focused plates ideal for sharing or solo enjoyment.

• Iron Plate Pork Chops
• Iron Plate Chilli Chitterlings
• Iron Plate Tenderloin
• Iron Plate Shredded Eel
• Iron Plate Capsicum Cuttlefish

Pot and Noodle Series

Beyond rice and iron plates, the menu also includes a variety of hot pot and noodle dishes, covering seafood, beef, and classic Asian flavors.

Hot Pot Series

• Assorted Seafood Pot
• Assorted Beef Pot
• Hot and Sour Fish Slices Pot
• Sauced Pork Mussel Pot
• Fungus Lily Buds Auricularia Beef Pot

Noodle Series

• Noodle with Sliced Meat and Mustard Tuber
• Noodle with Beef in Brown Sauce
• Noodle with Rib and Mushroom
• Noodle with Seafood
• Noodle with Japanese Pork Steak
• Noodle with Fried Black Bean
• Stir-Fried Noodles
• Shredded Pork with Rice Noodles
• Noodle with Seafood Udon
• Noodle with Beef Udon

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the English name for ?

The English translation is Lotus-Flavored Cured Meat Rice. It refers to a dish where cured meats are cooked with rice and infused with the aroma of lotus leaves.

How do you say in English?

It is translated as Lotus-Flavored Porkchop Rice. This dish features pork chops cooked with rice and lotus leaf fragrance.

What is in English?

It translates to Iron Plate Chilli Chitterlings—or more commonly, Iron Plate Frog Leg, though the source specifies , which is bullfrog. It is a spicy iron plate dish.

What does mean in English?

The correct English name is Lotus-Flavored Baked Cod Rice. It is a rice dish that includes baked cod prepared with curry or lotus leaf infusion.

What are the dishes in the iron plate series?

The iron plate series includes: Iron Plate Pork Chops, Iron Plate Chilli Chitterlings (bullfrog), Iron Plate Tenderloin, Iron Plate Shredded Eel, and Iron Plate Capsicum Cuttlefish.

Are there noodle dishes listed in the menu?

Yes, the menu includes a wide range of noodle dishes such as Noodle with Sliced Meat and Mustard Tuber, Noodle with Beef in Brown Sauce, Noodle with Rib and Mushroom, Seafood Noodles, Japanese Pork Steak Noodles, Fried Black Bean Noodles, Stir-Fried Noodles, Shredded Pork Rice Noodles, Seafood Udon, and Beef Udon.

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