Merken Experience the ultimate communal dining experience with this Asian Seafood Hot Pot. A fragrant, simmering broth infused with lemongrass and ginger serves as the heart of this interactive meal, where fresh seafood and vibrant vegetables are cooked right at the table for a truly memorable gathering.
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Whether you are hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy family meal, the combination of succulent shrimp, tender white fish, and earthy mushrooms offers a variety of textures and tastes. This medium-difficulty recipe is designed to serve four people, making it an ideal choice for a main dish.
Ingredients
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- Broth: 8 cups low-sodium chicken or seafood stock, 3 slices fresh ginger, 3 cloves garlic (smashed), 2 stalks lemongrass (bruised and chopped), 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon fish sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1–2 fresh red chilies (optional).
- Seafood: 8 large raw shrimp (peeled and deveined), 200 g white fish fillet (cod or snapper), 8 fresh mussels or clams (scrubbed), 150 g squid rings.
- Vegetables & Tofu: 1 cup napa cabbage, 1 cup baby bok choy, 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, 1 cup enoki mushrooms, 1 medium carrot, 1 small zucchini, 1 cup firm tofu (cubed).
- Noodles & Garnishes: 200 g glass noodles or rice vermicelli (soaked), 2 spring onions, fresh cilantro, lime wedges.
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Broth
- In a large pot, combine stock, ginger, garlic, lemongrass, soy sauce, fish sauce, rice vinegar, and chilies. Bring to a boil, then simmer gently for 20 minutes. Strain out solids and return the clear broth to the pot.
- Step 2: Prep the Ingredients
- Arrange all seafood, vegetables, tofu, and noodles on platters for easy table access.
- Step 3: Setup the Hot Pot
- Set a portable burner or induction cooktop at the table. Pour broth into a hot pot or wide saucepan and bring to a simmer.
- Step 4: Cook at the Table
- Invite diners to add their choice of seafood, vegetables, and noodles to the simmering broth. Cook 2–3 minutes until seafood is opaque and vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Step 5: Garnish and Serve
- Serve cooked ingredients and broth into individual bowls. Garnish with spring onions, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime.
Zusatztipps für die Zubereitung
Using a strainer is essential for a clear broth. Ensure you have a ladle and tongs or a slotted spoon ready at the table so guests can easily retrieve their cooked seafood and vegetables from the hot pot.
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Varianten und Anpassungen
This recipe is highly adaptable. You can add other seafood like scallops or crab, or substitute chicken or beef if preferred. For those who enjoy heat, increase the amount of fresh chilies or add a spoonful of chili paste to the broth.
Serviervorschläge
Enhance the experience by serving the cooked ingredients with various dipping sauces such as soy sauce, spicy chili oil, or a creamy sesame sauce. The fresh lime wedges provide a necessary bright finish to the savory seafood.
Merken In just 55 minutes, you can serve a balanced meal providing 390 calories and 37g of protein per serving. This Asian Hot Pot is not just a dish, but a celebration of fresh ingredients and shared moments around the table.
Antworten auf Rezeptfragen
- → Welche Meeresfrüchte eignen sich für diesen Hot Pot?
Garnelen, weißer Fisch, Muscheln, Tintenfischringe oder andere frische Meeresfrüchte sind bestens geeignet.
- → Wie wird die asiatische Brühe zubereitet?
Die Brühe besteht aus Brühe, frischem Ingwer, Knoblauch, Zitronengras, Sojasauce, Fischsauce, Reisessig und optionalen Chilischoten, die langsam köcheln.
- → Welche Gemüsesorten passen gut dazu?
Napa-Kohl, Baby-Bok Choy, Shiitake- und Enoki-Pilze, Karotten sowie Zucchini ergänzen das Gericht hervorragend.
- → Kann ich das Gericht pflanzlich anpassen?
Um eine pflanzliche Variante zu erzielen, kann man den Meeresfrüchten Tofu und Gemüse hinzufügen und eine Gemüsebrühe verwenden.
- → Wie lange dauert die Zubereitung insgesamt?
Die Vorbereitung dauert etwa 25 Minuten, die Kochzeit ungefähr 30 Minuten, somit insgesamt circa 55 Minuten.
- → Welche Beilagen passen gut dazu?
Glasnudeln oder Reisvermicelli sowie frische Kräuter und Limettenstücke passen wunderbar zum Gericht.