Keto Traditional Chinese Hot Pot

Dive into a flavorful and keto-friendly twist on the classic Chinese Hot Pot with this vibrant recipe that blends tradition with health-conscious eating. This interactive dining experience features a rich, aromatic bone broth base infused with minced garlic, fresh ginger, soy sauce (or coconut aminos), and a touch of sesame oil, creating a savory canvas for tender proteins like thinly sliced beef, shrimp, and tofu. A colorful array of low-carb vegetables, including spiralized zucchini, baby bok choy, and cauliflower florets, ensures every bite is brimming with crunch and nutrition. Perfect for group gatherings, this recipe lets each diner customize their meal by cooking ingredients to their liking right at the table. Garnished with fresh cilantro and scallions, this keto Chinese Hot Pot offers a comforting, communal way to enjoy a wholesome meal that’s as interactive as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 cups Bone broth (chicken, beef, or pork, unsalted)
• 2 cups Water
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh ginger, sliced
• 2 tablespoons Chili paste (optional for spice)
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce or coconut aminos
• 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
• 2 teaspoons Sesame oil
• 1 cup Shiitake mushrooms, sliced
• 4 whole Baby bok choy, halved
• 2 cups Zucchini, spiralized (as a noodle substitute)
• 1 pound Thinly sliced beef, lamb, or pork
• 1 pound Shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup Firm tofu, cubed (optional)
• 2 cups Cauliflower florets
• 2 cups Spinach leaves
• 4 tablespoons Sliced scallions (for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro leaves (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large, deep pot, combine the bone broth and water. Heat over medium-high heat until it begins to boil.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic, sliced ginger, chili paste (if using), soy sauce or coconut aminos, fish sauce, and sesame oil to the broth. Stir and allow the flavors to meld by simmering the broth for 10-15 minutes.

Step 3

Transfer the pot to the center of the dining table if you're using an electric hot pot or portable burner, or keep it on the stove for a traditional setup.

Step 4

Arrange all the prepped vegetables, proteins, and spiralized zucchini in individual serving plates or bowls for easy access during cooking.

Step 5

Encourage diners to cook their own ingredients in the hot broth by adding their selections (e.g., sliced meats, shrimp, vegetables, tofu, etc.) directly into the simmering broth. Cook proteins for 2-4 minutes, or until fully cooked, and vegetables for 1-3 minutes, depending on their thickness and preference.

Step 6

Once the ingredients are cooked, retrieve them from the pot, optionally garnish with scallions or cilantro, and enjoy while hot.

Step 7

Repeat this process until all the ingredients are consumed. The broth will continue to deepen in flavor with each round of cooking.

Step 8

Optionally, serve the cooked spiralized zucchini toward the end as a keto-friendly noodle substitute to enjoy with the rich broth.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4793.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2826.9

Total Fat 154.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.7g
Cholesterol 1203.3mg	0%
Sodium 7521.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.9g	0%
Total Sugars 24.6g
Protein 328.2g	0%

Vitamin D 36IU	0%
Calcium 2669.5mg	0%
Iron 32.4mg	0%
Potassium 8239.1mg	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: 46.4%

Protein: 43.9%

Carbs: 9.7%