Sichuan-style Hot Pot
Sichuan-style hot pot is a spicy and flavorful Chinese dish consisting of a bubbling pot of spicy chili oil, combined with a variety of meats, vegetables, and noodles. It originates from the Sichuan province of China and is known for its distinctive spicy and numbing flavor thanks to the use of Sichuan peppercorns, chili peppers, and other aromatic spices. The hot pot experience is highly social and interactive, with diners cooking and sharing what they choose from the pot at the center of their table. It’s a popular dining option for those seeking an authentic and exciting culinary experience.
Ingredients
- 1 pound beef sirloin, sliced thinly
- 1 pound lamb shoulder, sliced thinly
- 1 pound pork belly, sliced thinly
- 1 pound pork shoulder, sliced thinly
- 1/2 pound beef tendon, sliced thinly
- 1/2 pound pig's blood, sliced thinly
- 1/2 pound enoki mushrooms
- 1/2 pound shiitake mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 pound tofu, sliced
- 1/2 pound napa cabbage
- 1/2 pound spinach
- 1/2 pound bean sprouts
- 1/2 pound potato, peeled and sliced
- 1/2 pound sweet potato noodle
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup Sichuan peppercorns
- 1/2 cup dried chili peppers
- 1/2 cup chili oil
- 1/2 cup sesame oil
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup rice wine
- 1/2 cup ginger, sliced
- 1/2 cup garlic, sliced
- 1/2 cup scallions, sliced
About the recipe
Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
Portions: 6 servings
Difficulty: Medium