Chanko Nabe Sumo Wrestler's Hot Pot

Warm up with a hearty bowl of Chanko Nabe, the ultimate Japanese hot pot traditionally enjoyed by sumo wrestlers. Packed with protein and nutrients, this one-pot meal features tender chicken, juicy shrimp, tofu, and an array of vibrant vegetables like Napa cabbage, shiitake mushrooms, and carrots simmered in a savory dashi-based broth enhanced with soy sauce, mirin, and sake. Alongside satisfying udon noodles, Chanko Nabe offers a perfect blend of flavor, comfort, and nutrition in every bite. Easy to customize and incredibly nourishing, this hot pot is a delicious way to share a wholesome meal with family or friends. Whether you're fueling up like a champion or craving a cozy dish on a chilly day, Chanko Nabe delivers the perfect balance of umami and heartiness.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Dashi stock
• 0.25 cup Soy sauce
• 0.25 cup Mirin
• 0.25 cup Sake
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 pound Chicken thighs, boneless and skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 block Firm tofu, cut into cubes
• 4 cups Napa cabbage, chopped
• 8 pieces Shiitake mushrooms, stems removed
• 1 large Carrot, sliced thinly into rounds
• 1 cup Daikon radish, peeled and thinly sliced
• 2 stalks Negi or green onions, chopped into 2-inch pieces
• 1 bundle Enoki mushrooms, trimmed
• 12 pieces Fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 packages Udon noodles, cooked

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the dashi stock according to package instructions or make it from scratch if desired. Pour the dashi stock into a large pot.

Step 2

Add soy sauce, mirin, sake, and salt to the pot. Stir well and bring the broth to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

Step 3

Once the broth is simmering, add the chicken thighs to the pot and cook until they are no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 4

Add the Napa cabbage, shiitake mushrooms, carrot slices, daikon radish slices, and tofu cubes to the pot. Let them cook for 5-7 minutes, or until slightly tender.

Step 5

Add the fresh shrimp, negi (green onions), and enoki mushrooms. Simmer for 5 minutes, or until the shrimp are cooked through and the veggies are tender but not mushy.

Step 6

Taste the broth and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more soy sauce or salt as preferred.

Step 7

To serve, place prepared udon noodles in individual bowls and ladle the hot pot mixture and broth over the top.

Step 8

Enjoy hot with your favorite toppings or condiments such as shichimi togarashi (Japanese chili spice).

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3511.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2126.6

Total Fat 64.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 730.3mg	0%
Sodium 8423.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 158.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.7g	0%
Total Sugars 48.5g
Protein 208.7g	0%

Vitamin D 216.6IU	0%
Calcium 2822.3mg	0%
Iron 21.1mg	0%
Potassium 4717.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.2%

Protein: 40.9%

Carbs: 31.0%