Hot pot is one of the specialties of China, originating from southwest China.

According to legend, during the Jiajing period of the Ming Dynasty, a Taoist named Zhang Yiyuan in Sichuan invented hot pot while he was looking for elixirs.

Hotpot is popular all over China due to its unique taste and delicious ingredients.

Types of hot pot There are many types of hot pot, mainly divided into Sichuan hot pot, Chongqing hot pot, Yunnan hot pot, Guizhou hot pot, etc.

Among them, Sichuan hot pot is mainly spicy, Chongqing hot pot is mainly spicy and delicious, Yunnan hot pot is mainly light, and Guizhou hot pot is mainly sour and spicy.

How to make hot pot: The method of making hot pot is very simple. You only need to prepare the ingredients and seasonings.

First, heat the pot, add appropriate amount of oil and seasonings, and stir-fry until fragrant.

Then, add water or stock, then add various ingredients, and cook.

Ingredients for hot pot There are many types of ingredients for hot pot, mainly including meat, seafood, vegetables, soy products, etc.

Among them, meat includes beef, mutton, pork, etc.; seafood includes shrimp, crab, fish, etc.; vegetables include cabbage, tofu skin, tofu, etc.; soy products include bean skin, tofu, etc.

Different types of hot pot use different ingredients.

How to eat hot pot: The method of eating hot pot is also very simple. You only need to put the cooked ingredients into a bowl and dip it in the seasonings.

When eating hot pot, be careful not to mix raw food and cooked food to avoid food poisoning.

The culture of hot pot Hot pot is not only a kind of delicacy, but also has a strong cultural atmosphere.

In China, hot pot is regarded as a symbol of reunion. Families and friends often eat hot pot together and spend a good time together.

In addition, hot pot is also an essential food in traditional Chinese festivals and celebrations.

Healthy consumption of hot pot Although hot pot is delicious, you should also pay attention to healthy consumption.

First of all, choose fresh ingredients and avoid using expired ingredients.

Secondly, pay attention to the combination of ingredients and avoid excessive consumption of high-calorie ingredients.

Finally, pay attention to the choice of hot pot seasonings and choose low-salt, low-oil, and low-sugar seasonings.