Di Huang Guo (emperor's Delight Hot Pot)

Di Huang Guo, also known as Emperor's Delight Hot Pot, is a luxurious and flavorful Chinese hot pot dish that is perfect for special occasions and gatherings. This hot pot is filled with premium ingredients and a rich broth that will surely impress your guests.

Di Huang Guo (emperor's Delight Hot Pot)

Ingredients

  • 500g thinly sliced premium beef
  • 300g fresh seafood (such as shrimp, scallops, and fish fillets)
  • Assorted mushrooms (shiitake, enoki, oyster)
  • 2 packs of tofu, cut into cubes
  • 4 cups of high-quality beef or chicken broth
  • Assorted vegetables (napa cabbage, bok choy, and watercress)
  • Handmade meatballs
  • Glass noodles
  • Dipping sauces (soy sauce, sesame oil, chili oil)
  • Fresh herbs (cilantro, green onions)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the hot pot broth by bringing the beef or chicken broth to a simmer in a large pot.
  2. Arrange the thinly sliced beef, seafood, tofu, mushrooms, vegetables, meatballs, and glass noodles on separate plates for easy access.
  3. Once the broth is simmering, place the hot pot in the center of the table and turn on the stovetop to keep the broth at a gentle simmer.
  4. Invite guests to cook their desired ingredients in the hot pot, using chopsticks or a small strainer to retrieve the cooked items.
  5. Enjoy the hot pot with a variety of dipping sauces and fresh herbs.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
2 hours
Total time:
2 hours
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Large hot pot Chopsticks Strainer

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestion: Serve the hot pot with steamed rice or Chinese steamed buns.

Tips & tricks

Tip: Prepare a variety of dipping sauces to enhance the flavors of the cooked ingredients.

Cost

$50