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

Ingredients
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Step 1
Arrange lamb slices on a plate so each piece separates easily.
Step 2
Arrange mushrooms, cabbage, scallions, and ginger on separate plates.
Step 3
Pour broth into a hot pot or large pot set over medium-high heat.
Step 4
Add Shaoxing wine, ginger coins, and scallions. Bring to a gentle boil.
Step 5
Stir in soy sauce. Reduce heat to maintain a gentle, steady simmer.
Step 6
Add mushrooms and cabbage to the broth. Simmer 3 minutes until softened.
Step 7
Pour sesame oil into a small dipping bowl. Set out individual bowls for guests.
Step 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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