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How to Make Chinese Hot Pot at Home

Chinese hot pot is a fun and delicious, communal meal that the entire family can enjoy. Assorted meats and vegetables are cooked in simmering flavored broths in this classic Chinese meal.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian , Chinese

Ingredients

Common Broth Options
  • mushroom broth mild
  • Tomato Based Broth mild
  • Bone Broths varies
  • Spicy Broth spicy
  • Sichuan Numbing Broth spicy
Meat Options (choose 1-2 per 4 people)
  • Sliced Ribeye
  • Sliced Beef Short Rib
  • Sirloin
  • beef tongue
  • Sliced chicken
  • tenderloin
  • pork belly
  • beef meatballs
  • sliced pork shoulder
Seafood Options (Choose 1-2 per 4 people)
  • Shrimp
  • Fish balls
  • scallops
Vegetables Options (Choose 1-2 per 4 people)
  • mustard greens
  • assorted mushrooms Enoki, Shitake, or Oyster
  • lotus roots
  • Napa cabbage
  • Chrysanthemum leaves (tongho)
  • Daikon Roots
  • baby bok choy
Starch Options (Choose 1-2 per 4 people)
  • Chinese Dumplings
  • asian noodles
  • cubed potatoes

Instructions

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  1. Combine the hot pot broth mixes with about 4-6 cups of water or broth. The pot should be filled about ¾ of the way full to prevent boiling over.
  2. Bring the broths to a brief boil then reduce to a simmer.
  3. Cook the assorted ingredients in the broth, cooking and eating as you go. If the liquid level drops below half full, add more water or broth.