Description
Comforting Asian-inspired tofu mushroom hot pot emerges as a hearty one-pot wonder packed with umami-rich flavors. Nourishing ingredients blend seamlessly, inviting you to savor each warming spoonful of this soul-satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups (1.9 L) chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 8 oz (226 g) shiitake mushrooms (or baby bella mushrooms)
- 8 oz (226 g) firm tofu
- 1 (8 oz/226 g) can bamboo shoots
- ¼ cup (60 mL) rice vinegar
- ¼ cup (60 mL) low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tsps ground ginger
- 1 tsp chili garlic sauce
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
- kosher salt
- white pepper (or black pepper)
- ¼ cup (30 g) cornstarch
- 2 large eggs
- 4 green onions
Instructions
- Preparation: Assemble a spacious stockpot and gather all fresh ingredients for a vibrant Asian-inspired hot pot.
- Broth Foundation: Pour primary broth into the pot, establishing a robust liquid base, then introduce mushrooms and bamboo shoots to infuse earthy undertones.
- Flavor Layering: Enhance the broth with rice vinegar, soy sauce, minced ginger, and chili garlic sauce, stirring to distribute seasonings evenly and create a complex flavor profile.
- Texture Development: Create a smooth cornstarch slurry, gradually integrating it into the hot pot while continuously stirring to achieve a silky, slightly thickened consistency.
- Protein Integration: Stream beaten eggs into the simmering liquid to form delicate egg ribbons, then gently fold cubed tofu into the mixture, allowing it to absorb the aromatic flavors.
- Final Touches: Sprinkle chopped green onions, drizzle sesame oil, and season with salt and pepper, adjusting the taste with additional vinegar or chili sauce as needed.
- Serving: Ladle the steaming hot pot into serving bowls, garnish with remaining green onions, and present immediately to capture the dish’s layered, comforting essence.
Notes
- Prep Like a Pro: Organize all ingredients beforehand to ensure smooth cooking and prevent last-minute scrambling.
- Broth Base Matters: Select high-quality stock or broth as the foundation, which significantly impacts the overall flavor profile of the hot pot.
- Seasoning Secrets: Balance flavors carefully by adding seasonings gradually and tasting throughout the cooking process to achieve perfect depth.
- Temperature Control: Maintain a gentle simmer when adding eggs and tofu to preserve delicate textures and prevent overcooking or breaking ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg