Heart-Healthy Traditional Chinese Hotpot

Experience the comforting warmth of a *Heart-Healthy Traditional Chinese Hotpot*, a nutritious twist on a beloved communal dining tradition. This recipe brings together tender slices of lean chicken breast or white fish, protein-rich tofu, and an array of vibrant vegetables like bok choy, napa cabbage, and shiitake mushrooms, simmered in a delicately seasoned low-sodium vegetable broth infused with garlic, ginger, and sesame oil. Perfect for gatherings, this interactive meal allows guests to cook their choice of fresh ingredients tableside, creating a customizable and engaging dining experience. With mung bean vermicelli noodles adding a satisfying bite and fresh garnishes like scallions and cilantro enhancing the flavors, this dish delivers both heart-healthy benefits and authentic Chinese flavors. Ready in under an hour, this hotpot is not only wholesome but also a delightful way to connect with loved ones.

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 8 cups Low-sodium vegetable broth
• 2 inches Fresh ginger (thinly sliced)
• 4 cloves Garlic (smashed)
• 3 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 14 ounces Firm tofu (cubed)
• 8 ounces Skinless chicken breast or lean white fish (sliced into thin pieces)
• 6 cups Napa cabbage (chopped)
• 4 heads Bok choy (halved lengthwise)
• 2 cups Shiitake mushrooms (stems removed, sliced)
• 2 medium Carrots (thinly sliced or julienned)
• 1 small Daikon radish (peeled and thinly sliced)
• 4 cups Fresh spinach leaves
• 4 ounces Mung bean vermicelli noodles (soaked and drained)
• 3 stalks Scallions (sliced for garnish)
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

1. Prepare the broth: In a large pot or hotpot base, combine the vegetable broth, ginger, garlic, low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.

Step 2

2. Prepare the ingredients: While the broth is simmering, arrange the sliced tofu, chicken or fish, napa cabbage, bok choy, mushrooms, carrots, daikon radish, spinach, and soaked mung bean noodles on separate platters for easy access.

Step 3

3. Set up the hotpot: If using a traditional hotpot cooker or portable burner at the dining table, transfer the simmering broth carefully to the hotpot base. Ensure the heat source is stable and medium-low to keep the broth simmering.

Step 4

4. Cook at the table: Guests can add the ingredients of their choice into the simmering broth to cook. Thinly sliced proteins will cook in 2-3 minutes, while vegetables and noodles will take around 1-4 minutes, depending on their thickness.

Step 5

5. Serve: Once cooked, use tongs or slotted spoons to retrieve ingredients from the broth. Serve with optional garnishes of scallions and cilantro for added freshness.

Step 6

6. Enjoy the communal experience: Continue adding ingredients and cooking in batches as needed, making sure the broth stays at an even simmer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4951.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1697.3

Total Fat 58.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g
Cholesterol 192.8mg	0%
Sodium 3912.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 135.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.1g	0%
Total Sugars 45.5g
Protein 173.5g	0%

Vitamin D 205.3IU	0%
Calcium 4540.2mg	0%
Iron 34.0mg	0%
Potassium 9158.4mg	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: 29.7%

Protein: 39.5%

Carbs: 30.8%