Hot Pot Broth
Hot Pot is one of the most interactive and fun Chinese dining experiences and this mild kid-friendly broth makes it perfect for the whole family to enjoy together. Kids love choosing their own ingredients to cook in the bubbling pot making dinner feel like a special adventure.
A mild and flavorful Chinese hot pot broth perfect for a fun family dipping dinner.
Nutrition per serving
Ingredients
broth
seasoning
Instructions
Build the Broth Base
Pour chicken broth into a large pot or electric hot pot. Add ginger slices smashed garlic and knotted green onions. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
Season the Broth
Add soy sauce and sesame oil to the broth and stir to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Reduce heat to a gentle simmer.
Prepare Dipping Ingredients
Arrange kid-friendly dipping ingredients on plates such as thinly sliced beef tofu noodles mushrooms and leafy greens. Set everything out at the table for self-serve cooking.
Cook and Enjoy Together
Keep the broth simmering at the table and let everyone cook their own ingredients. Meats take 1 to 2 minutes noodles take 3 minutes and vegetables take 2 minutes. Dip in hoisin sauce to eat.
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