Spicy Sichuan Hot Pot Soup Base

Dive into the bold and fiery flavors of this Spicy Sichuan Hot Pot Soup Base, the ultimate foundation for an authentic Chinese hot pot experience. Packed with aromatic spices like star anise, cinnamon, and Sichuan peppercorns, this recipe creates a dynamic balance of numbing heat and savory depth. The rich base combines doubanjiang (fermented broad bean paste), fermented black beans, and a hint of Shaoxing wine, simmered with chicken stock to achieve a perfectly spiced broth that envelopes your favorite meats, vegetables, and noodles in mouthwatering flavor. Ready in just under an hour, this homemade soup base will transform your next communal dining experience into a celebration of Sichuan cuisine. Perfect for lovers of spicy food, this recipe is your gateway to an authentic, restaurant-style hot pot feast at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 20 pieces Dried red chilies
• 2 tablespoons Sichuan peppercorns
• 2 inches Ginger
• 6 cloves Garlic
• 2 stalks Green onions
• 2 pieces Star anise
• 1 piece Cinnamon stick
• 3 leaves Bay leaves
• 5 pieces Whole cloves
• 0.5 cups Cooking oil
• 4 tablespoons Doubanjiang (fermented broad bean paste)
• 2 tablespoons Fermented black beans
• 8 cups Chicken stock
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine
• 1 teaspoon Sugar

Directions

Step 1

1. Begin by soaking the dried red chilies in hot water for about 15 minutes until they become soft. Drain and roughly chop them, removing the seeds if you prefer less heat.

Step 2

2. Finely slice the ginger and garlic cloves. Chop the green onions into 2-inch pieces.

Step 3

3. In a large pot, heat the cooking oil over medium heat. Add the Sichuan peppercorns and stir-fry for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

4. Add the ginger, garlic, and chopped red chilies to the pot, stirring continuously for 3 minutes.

Step 5

5. Add the doubanjiang and fermented black beans, continuing to stir-fry for another 2 minutes. Lower the heat if necessary to prevent burning.

Step 6

6. Add the green onions, star anise, cinnamon stick, bay leaves, and whole cloves. Stir to combine well.

Step 7

7. Pour in the chicken stock and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 30 minutes.

Step 8

8. After simmering, add the salt, Shaoxing wine, and sugar. Stir well to ensure the seasonings are well incorporated.

Step 9

9. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Once satisfied with the flavor, remove from heat.

Step 10

10. Pour the soup base into your hot pot and keep it simmering. Add your choice of meat, vegetables, and noodles for a delightful meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3233.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2276.0

Total Fat 157.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 170.4mg	0%
Sodium 10947.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 103.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.7g	0%
Total Sugars 19.4g
Protein 130.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 492.3mg	0%
Iron 28.0mg	0%
Potassium 1635.1mg	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: 60.2%

Protein: 22.2%

Carbs: 17.6%