Hot Pot Broth

Hot pot broth is a flavorful and aromatic base for a variety of ingredients to be cooked in. This recipe provides a simple and versatile broth that can be customized to your taste preferences.

Hot Pot Broth

Ingredients

  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 3 slices ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 2 star anise pods
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, combine the vegetable broth, water, ginger, garlic, green onions, star anise, and cinnamon stick.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Reduce the heat to low and let the broth simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour, allowing the flavors to develop.
  4. Stir in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  5. Strain the broth to remove the solids before using it for hot pot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
100 per serving
Carbohydrates
5g
Protein
3g
Fat
7g

Supplies

Large pot Strainer

Tools

Cutting board Knife Measuring spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the hot pot broth with a variety of fresh vegetables, thinly sliced meats, and noodles for a delicious hot pot experience.

Tips & tricks

For added depth of flavor, you can also add dried shiitake mushrooms or kombu to the broth while simmering.

Cost

$8