wikiHow Chinese Hot Pot Recipe Ingredients * Meat: thinly sliced beef, lamb, pork, or chicken (you can also get pre-packaged hot pot meat) * Seafood: shrimp, fish balls, squid, or any other seafood you prefer * Vegetables: bok choy, Napa cabbage, Chinese broccoli, spinach, mushrooms, bean sprouts, sliced lotus root, carrots, potatoes, and any other vegetables you like * Tofu: firm tofu, soft tofu, or any other type of tofu you prefer * Noodles: glass noodles, udon noodles, or any other noodles you like * Dipping sauce: sesame paste, soy sauce, chopped garlic, chopped scallions, chili oil, and any other dipping sauces you like * Broth: you can either make your own broth with chicken, beef, or vegetable stock, or you can buy pre-made hot pot broth from an Asian supermarket Instructions: Set up the hot pot cooker or pot at the center of the dining table and fill it with the hot pot broth. Arrange the sliced meats, seafood, vegetables, tofu, and noodles on separate plates or platters around the hot pot. Place the dipping sauces in small bowls and set them on the table. Once the broth is boiling, add the meats, seafood, and vegetables to the hot pot, one at a time, and cook until they are done (usually 1-2 minutes). Use a strainer or slotted spoon to remove the cooked ingredients and transfer them to your own bowl. Dip the cooked ingredients in your preferred dipping sauce before eating. Keep adding and cooking ingredients until you are full and satisfied. Enjoy the hot pot with Chinese tea, beer, or any other beverage you prefer. Chinese hot pot is a fun and delicious meal that is perfect for gatherings and family dinners. Enjoy the interactive and flavorful experience! Page