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Chinese Lamb Hot Pot

A communal simmering broth loaded with tender lamb, mushrooms, and leafy greens. Build your own bowls by adding ingredients to the hot broth and dipping in sesame oil and soy sauce.

Total time
45 min
Servings
4
Calories
380
Protein
42g
Chinese Lamb Hot Pot
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Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb lamb shoulder, sliced 1/8-inch thin
  • 8 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 3 tbsp Shaoxing wine or dry sherry
  • 2 tbsp ginger, sliced into 1/4-inch coins
  • 4 whole scallions, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 6 cups napa cabbage, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 8 oz shiitake mushrooms, halved
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 3 tbsp sesame oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Arrange lamb slices on a plate so each piece separates easily.

  2. 2

    Arrange mushrooms, cabbage, scallions, and ginger on separate plates.

  3. 3

    Pour broth into a hot pot or large pot set over medium-high heat.

  4. 4

    Add Shaoxing wine, ginger coins, and scallions. Bring to a gentle boil.

  5. 5

    Stir in soy sauce. Reduce heat to maintain a gentle, steady simmer.

  6. 6

    Add mushrooms and cabbage to the broth. Simmer 3 minutes until softened.

  7. 7

    Pour sesame oil into a small dipping bowl. Set out individual bowls for guests.

  8. 8

    Place lamb plate at the table. Guests add slices to the simmering broth, cook 10-15 seconds until edges turn gray, then dip in sesame oil.

Tools you’ll need

  • large hot pot or heavy soup pot (6-quart)
  • tongs
  • slotted spoon
  • small dipping bowls
  • serving plates
  • sharp knife and cutting board

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