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Whether you're exploring new cultures or just looking for something new to try, Easy Chinese Hot Pot is a fun experience for the whole family.

This Easy Chinese Hot Pot is a fun family dinner

  • Author: Homemaker's Habitat
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4-6 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Hot Pot
  • Cuisine: Chinese

Description

Whether you’re exploring different cultures or just looking for something new to try, Easy Chinese Hot Pot is a fun experience for the whole family.


Ingredients

Scale

Broth

  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 1 piece ginger, peeled and sliced thinly (about 1/2 inch piece)
  • 1 sprig green onion, roughly chopped into large pieces
  • 2 shiitake mushrooms, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 8 cups chicken broth, (you may need more or less depending on the size of your pot)

For Serving (adapt list to your taste):

  • sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
  • raw shrimp, tail on
  • bok choy leaves
  • broccoli florets
  • canned baby corn, drained
  • mushrooms, cleaned and destemmed
  • noodles (rice noodles, udon, ramen)
  • store-bought wontons or dumplings

Sauces: 

  • soy sauce
  • ponzu or other sweet dipping sauce
  • chili garlic sauce
  • siracha

Instructions

  1. Arrange your electric pot in the middle of the table. Add the the broth ingredients, and bring to a simmer. 
  2. Arrange the serving ingredients in plates and bowls and place them on the table.
  3. Place chopsticks for each person, plus an extra pair or two for cooking. If using tongs and/or metal nets, place these on small plates. 
  4. At mealtime, keep the broth at a simmer. Encourage all diners to take turns adding ingredients into the broth. Allow all raw items to cook fully before removing and adding to your bowl. Dip cooked ingredients into dipping sauce, or top with condiments are desired. 

Keywords: Hot Pot, Chinese, Communal Dining, Family Fun