Spicy Sichuan Hot Pot
A fiery, numbing one-pot meal loaded with your choice of meat and tofu, simmered in a rich red chili oil broth. This weeknight-friendly version brings the bold flavors of Sichuan street food to your kitchen.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 450
- Protein
- 30g

Ingredients
7 items — tap to check off
Missing one? Custrd suggests a swap that works.
Open the appInstructions
Step 1
In a large pot, combine the 3 tbsp Sichuan hot pot base and 4 cups broth. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer until the base is fully dissolved, about 5 minutes.
Step 2
Add the 0.5 lb sliced meat and 0.5 lb cubed tofu to the simmering broth. Cook until the meat is just cooked through and the tofu is heated, about 5-7 minutes.
Step 3
Stir in the 2 cups chopped Napa cabbage and cook until wilted but still crisp, about 3-4 minutes.
Step 4
Ladle the hot pot into bowls. Top with the 2 sliced green onions and 1 tsp sesame seeds. Serve immediately with steamed rice if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot
- ladle
- cutting board
- knife
Cook smarter
Get matched recipes for what’s in your fridge
Custrd is an iPhone and Android app that finds real recipes from the ingredients you already have. No more grocery-list aspirations. Try it free for 7 days.


