Hot Pot (English: Hot Pot), known as "antique soup" in ancient times, is named after the "dong" sound made when food is put into boiling water. It is one of China's original delicacies and is suitable for all ages. Food has a long history. According to research, hot pot existed during the Warring States Period, and historians used clay pots as pots. By the Song Dynasty, hot pot was very common among the people.

The most confusing thing when eating hot pot is why there are little fat cows and little fat sheep but not little fat pigs when eating hot pot. Then I thought about it, It turned out that the little fat pigs gathered around the table to eat the little fat cows and little fat sheep.

I think eating hot pot at home is more comfortable than eating hot pot outside, but the taste always seems to be a little worse than eating outside. Today I will share with you a very simple hot pot base recipe that you can make at home. Hot pot is free. First make a stock base. Pork bones or beef bones can be used. Pour the pork bones into the pot with cold water. Add green onions, ginger slices and cooking wine. First, boil the water over high heat, skim off the foam, and then turn Cover with low heat and simmer for about 40 minutes. My friends come to my house for dinner and ask me to make hot pot for them to eat. Every time I have a dinner or party with friends, they always eat hot pot. My friends really like the hot pot I make. Everyone was full of praise.

Generally, the hot pot base that you buy is not very flavorful. In fact, you can make a base with the same taste as outside in a few simple steps at home. The specific method is: Pour a little more oil into the pot, add a handful of dried chili peppers, one star anise, a spoonful of Sichuan peppercorns, a spoonful of Sichuan peppercorns, two bay leaves, and two spoons of Laoganma, and stir-fry until the aroma is released.

Then pour any brand of butter hot pot base. I like to use Haidilao brand hot pot base. Stir-fry until the hot pot base melts and fragrant. Add the stock that has been cooked in advance. Bring the water to a boil. After boiling, you can add the side dishes you like. I think the most delicious side dishes for hot pot are coriander, yuba, beef rolls, radish, etc. You can add whatever you want, that’s my opinion. My mouth is watering. Finally, remember to make a bowl of delicious dipping sauce.