Hot Pot Base
Boiled Fish in Hot Pot Seasoning
This delicious fish and bean sprout hot pot recipe is a flavorful, comforting dish that combines tender fish slices with crisp bean sprouts in a rich, spicy broth. The secret lies in the perfect texture of the fish—lightly coated in starch for a silky finish—and the quick stir-fry of fresh bean sprouts to retain their crunch. A fragrant hot pot base infuses the broth with deep, savory notes, while the vibrant red soup adds a bold, mouthwatering finish. Easy to prepare yet impressive in taste, this dish is perfect for warming up on chilly days or adding excitement to your weeknight meals. The contrast of textures and the harmony of spicy, umami flavors make every bite irresistible. Serve it steaming hot for a satisfying meal that’s both hearty and full of fresh ingredients!
Boiled Sliced Meat
This **Spicy Tofu and Meat Hot Pot** is a bold, flavorful dish that combines tender marinated meat, silky tofu, and crisp vegetables in a rich, aromatic broth. Thinly sliced lean meat is coated in starch for extra tenderness, while tofu absorbs the deep flavors of the hot pot base, ginger, and garlic. Fresh bean sprouts and greens add a satisfying crunch, balanced by the fragrant cilantro and scallions. The dish is finished with a drizzle of chili oil and a sizzling pour of hot oil, enhancing its spicy, savory depth. Perfect for warming up on chilly nights, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality taste with simple steps—simmering the ingredients to perfection before layering them in a steaming bowl. A must-try for lovers of Sichuan-inspired heat and comforting textures!
Seafood Spicy Hot Pot
This **Spicy Seafood Stir-Fry with Five-Spice Oil** is a bold and aromatic dish that brings together fresh seafood, crisp vegetables, and a rich, fragrant sauce. Succulent shrimp, tender squid, and bouncy fish balls are stir-fried with zucchini, carrots, and mushrooms in a fiery blend of **Pixian bean paste, hot pot base, and homemade five-spice oil**. The dish starts with infusing oil with **five-spice powder** for deep, warming notes, then builds layers of flavor with garlic, ginger, and dried chilies. A quick blanch ensures the vegetables stay crisp-tender while the seafood remains juicy. Finished with a splash of soy sauce, a hint of sugar, and fresh cilantro, this stir-fry is a perfect balance of heat, umami, and sweetness. Ideal for spice lovers, it’s a restaurant-worthy meal that’s easy to make at home!
Spicy Hot Pot
This delicious and hearty stir-fry combines tender fish balls, crispy potatoes, and fresh kale for a satisfying meal packed with bold flavors. The dish starts by cooking the fish balls until perfectly tender, then sautéing scallions and bell peppers in a rich blend of bean paste and hot pot base for a deep, umami kick. Thinly sliced potatoes are added first to ensure they cook through, followed by hand-torn kale for a rustic touch. The extra oil helps meld the flavors together, creating a luscious, slightly spicy sauce that coats every bite. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a comforting weekend meal, this recipe is a flavorful twist on classic stir-fry, with a balance of textures and a savory, aromatic finish. Enjoy the harmony of tender fish balls, crisp veggies, and bold seasonings in every mouthwatering bite!
Spicy Shrimp
This mouthwatering Sichuan-style spicy prawn stir-fry delivers bold flavors and irresistible aroma in every bite. Plump prawns are wok-fried to perfection with a fiery blend of crushed dried chilies, fragrant garlic, ginger, and scallions, then simmered in a rich sauce featuring savory bean paste and a hint of hot pot base for depth. The dish gets its signature numbing kick from Sichuan peppercorns, while star anise (eight角桂皮) and bay leaves add complex spice notes. Quick-cooked to retain the prawns' tender texture, the dish finishes with a glossy starch-thickened sauce that clings to each piece. A final sprinkle of fresh scallions brightens this restaurant-quality stir-fry that's perfect for spice lovers. The clever use of leftover hot pot base reduces waste while intensifying the umami-packed sauce. Ready in minutes, this sizzling prawn dish brings authentic Sichuan heat to your table with its perfect balance of mala (numbing-spicy) flavors and wok hei (breath of the wok) aroma.