Gluten-Free Spicy Sichuan Hot Pot Soup Base

Ignite your taste buds with this bold and flavorful Gluten-Free Spicy Sichuan Hot Pot Soup Base, a perfect foundation for creating an authentic Chinese hot pot experience at home. Packed with aromatic spices like whole Sichuan peppercorns, star anise, and cinnamon, and infused with the heat of dried chilies, this recipe strikes a perfect balance between spice, umami, and depth. Gluten-free Sichuan doubanjiang and coconut aminos ensure that this fiery broth retains all the traditional flavors without compromising dietary needs. Simmered to perfection with ginger, garlic, and a rich gluten-free stock, this soup base transforms into a mouthwatering centerpiece, ready to host your favorite additions—be they fresh vegetables, tender meats, or plant-based proteins. Easy to make in under an hour, this irresistibly spicy and gluten-free Sichuan hot pot is guaranteed to impress at your next gathering.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 10 pieces Dried Sichuan chili peppers
• 10 pieces Dried red chili peppers
• 3 tablespoons Gluten-free Sichuan doubanjiang (fermented broad bean paste)
• 2 tablespoons Coconut aminos (gluten-free soy sauce substitute)
• 6 cups Gluten-free chicken or vegetable stock
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves (finely minced)
• 2 inches Ginger (sliced)
• 3 stalks Green onions (cut into 2-inch pieces)
• 2 teaspoons Whole Sichuan peppercorns
• 2 pieces Star anise
• 2 pieces Bay leaves
• 1 piece Cinnamon stick
• 1 cup Neutral oil (such as vegetable or avocado oil)
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar

Directions

Step 1

Heat the neutral oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Step 2

Add the dried Sichuan chili peppers, dried red chili peppers, and Sichuan peppercorns. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes, being careful not to burn them.

Step 3

Lower the heat and add the minced garlic and sliced ginger. Stir-fry until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Step 4

Stir in the gluten-free Sichuan doubanjiang and cook for 1-2 minutes to release its aroma.

Step 5

Add the star anise, bay leaves, and cinnamon stick, and stir to combine.

Step 6

Pour in the gluten-free chicken or vegetable stock, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze it. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.

Step 7

Add the green onions, coconut aminos, sesame oil, salt, sugar, and rice vinegar. Stir well.

Step 8

Simmer the soup base uncovered for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Step 9

Strain the soup base through a fine-mesh strainer into a clean pot to remove the solids. Discard the solids.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Add more salt or vinegar to achieve the desired balance of saltiness and tang.

Step 11

Serve the spicy Sichuan hot pot soup base immediately in a simmering hot pot, and add your choice of gluten-free ingredients for cooking such as vegetables, meats, or tofu.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1927.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2597.8

Total Fat 260.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 10504.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 76.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.3g	0%
Total Sugars 17.8g
Protein 21.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 339.5mg	0%
Iron 11.7mg	0%
Potassium 1352.3mg	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: 85.7%

Protein: 3.2%

Carbs: 11.2%