Traditional Chinese Hot Pot
Immerse yourself in the rich flavors and vibrant traditions of "Traditional Chinese Hot Pot," a beloved communal dish that celebrates both flavor and togetherness. This interactive meal features a simmering, aromatic broth infused with soy sauce, garlic, ginger, star anise, Sichuan peppercorns, and dried chili peppers, creating a warming base with a perfect balance of spice and depth. Surround your bubbling pot with an array of fresh ingredients, from thinly sliced beef and succulent shrimp to tofu, mushrooms, and crisp vegetables like bok choy and napa cabbage. Customize every bite as you and your guests cook these ingredients in the flavorful broth, then enhance each morsel with scallions, cilantro, and a drizzle of sesame oil. Perfect for sharing, this hot pot recipe is not only a feast but an experience, offering endless possibilities for personal taste and the joy of communal dining. Whether enjoyed as a weeknight treat or a festive gathering, this dish is a celebration of the art of slow cooking and savoring together.
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Ingredients
- 8 cups Chicken or vegetable stock
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 4 units Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 inches Ginger, sliced
- 2 pieces Star anise
- 1 tablespoon Sichuan peppercorns
- 4 units Dried chili peppers
- 1 pound Hot pot thinly sliced beef or lamb
- 0.5 pound Shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 14 ounces Tofu, cubed
- 8 units Shiitake mushrooms
- 2 bunches Bok choy
- 200 grams Enoki mushrooms
- 1 small head Napa cabbage
- 8 ounces Rice noodles
- 4 units Scallions, chopped
- 1 bunch Cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
Directions
Step 1
Begin by making the broth. In a large pot, bring 8 cups of chicken or vegetable stock to a simmer over medium heat.
Step 2
Add 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 inches of sliced ginger, 2 pieces of star anise, 1 tablespoon of Sichuan peppercorns, and 4 dried chili peppers to the pot. Let the broth simmer for about 30 minutes to develop flavors.
Step 3
While the broth is simmering, prepare the ingredients for the hot pot. Thinly slice 1 pound of beef or lamb. Peel and devein 0.5 pounds of shrimp. Cube 14 ounces of tofu.
Step 4
Clean and slice 8 shiitake mushrooms. Separate 2 bunches of bok choy leaves and wash them thoroughly. Trim 200 grams of enoki mushrooms. Chop 1 small head of napa cabbage into bite-sized pieces.
Step 5
Soak 8 ounces of rice noodles in warm water for 15 minutes, then drain.
Step 6
Once the broth has simmered for 30 minutes, strain the broth through a fine mesh sieve into a separate pot to remove solids, then return the strained broth back to the heat.
Step 7
To serve, place the simmering broth pot in the center of the table on a portable burner. Arrange all the hot pot ingredients – meats, seafood, vegetables, tofu, and noodles around the pot.
Step 8
Allow each guest to cook their desired ingredients in the simmering broth, adjusting cooking times based on the ingredients used. Meats and shrimp will typically cook within a few minutes, while vegetables and tofu take slightly longer.
Step 9
Serve with chopped scallions, cilantro, and 1 tablespoon of sesame oil for drizzling over cooked items.
Step 10
Enjoy the hands-on experience by dipping cooked ingredients into your choice of dipping sauces and savor the communal nature of this traditional meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 4737.1 grams (4737.1g) |
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| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2816 |
| Total Fat 148.90g | 191% |
| Saturated Fat 45.00g | 225% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.90g | |
| Cholesterol 760mg | 253% |
| Sodium 9611mg | 418% |
| Total Carbohydrate 145.20g | 53% |
| Dietary Fiber 38.90g | 139% |
| Total Sugars 22.80g | |
| Protein 254.90g | 510% |
| Vitamin D 13IU | 63% |
| Calcium 2716mg | 209% |
| Iron 53mg | 292% |
| Potassium 7481mg | 159% |
Source of Calories