Hot pot originated from boatmen on the riverside of Chongqing in the last century. At that time, it was mainly to scald the cows in the water because these things were cheap. The spicy hot pot can stimulate people's appetite and eat more bowls of dry rice. (Put a picture of a tracker pulling a boat) At that time, hot pot was practiced extensively, and there was not so much stress. Mainly highlight the spicy taste, without spices.

Antique soup, it is said that there was hot pot in the Warring States period. At that time, clay pots were used, and hot pot was more common in the Song Dynasty. In Lin Hong's cookbook Shanjia Qinggong in the Southern Song Dynasty, there is an introduction about eating hot pot with friends. In the Yuan Dynasty, hot pot was introduced into Mongolia, and the boiling of beef and mutton began. Hot pot was not only popular in Qing dynasty, but also became a court dish.

Legend has it that Genghis Khan often fought outside. In order to make soldiers strong and have physical strength, he invented the method of eating mutton slices with white water. Later, the war ended, but this method was handed down. After improvement, white water and various spices were boiled into thick soup, which gradually evolved into the current hot pot.

Matters needing attention in eating hot pot

1, temperature control: hot pot is usually kept at a high temperature, and attention should be paid to avoid scalding when eating hot pot. Avoid direct contact with the bottom of the pot or hot ingredients, and use long-handled tools to operate.

2. Fresh ingredients: Choose fresh and high-quality ingredients, especially seafood and meat. Avoid eating expired or stale ingredients to avoid food poisoning.

3. Moderate taste: There are many kinds of ingredients in hot pot, but pay attention to moderate taste and avoid overeating. Control the dietary balance and maintain the diversity of nutrient intake.

4. Personal hygiene: maintain personal hygiene, wash your hands frequently, and avoid putting used tableware or chopsticks into the ingredients used by * * *.

5. Cooked ingredients: Make sure the ingredients are thoroughly cooked, especially meat and seafood. Avoid raw or uncooked raw materials to prevent food-borne diseases.

6, drink choice: hot pot spices are mostly spicy, you can choose some mild drinks, such as warm water, tea and so on. Relieve the spicy feeling.