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Mongolian Fire Pot Recipe

Experience the sizzling fun of Mongolian Fire Pot! This interactive dining experience is perfect for dinner parties. Guests cook their own delicious combinations of meats (chicken, shrimp, flank steak), seafood, and vegetables in a simmering broth. Accompany with fried rice, kimchi, and an array of dipping sauces (Chinese hot mustard, sweet and sour, peanut, and curry). Two fire pots easily serve 8, offering a delightful and engaging culinary adventure. A delicious soup can be added at the end using the remaining broth. Prepare for an unforgettable evening of laughter, conversation, and delicious food – far superior to messy oil fondues!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 644.6 kcal
Protein 183g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Mongolian Fire Pot

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How to Make Mongolian Fire Pot

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Evenly divide the following ingredients onto individual platters for each guest: 4 oz chicken (cubed), 4 oz shrimp (peeled and deveined), 4 oz flank steak (thinly sliced), 1 cup spinach leaves, and 4 oz firm tofu (cubed).
  2. Prepare Broth: In a large fondue pot or hot pot (at least 6-quart capacity), bring 6 cups of chicken stock to a simmer over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon minced ginger and 2 chopped green onions.
  3. Guests Cook: Guests use fondue forks to spear and cook their chosen ingredients in the simmering broth. Ensure the broth remains at approximately 6 cups by adding more chicken stock as needed.
  4. Serving Utensils: Provide chopsticks and fondue forks for guests to use.
  5. Dipping Sauces: Offer a variety of dipping sauces: Chinese hot mustard, sweet and sour sauce, peanut sauce, and curry sauce.
  6. Optional Soup: Once most ingredients are cooked, whisk 2 large eggs and add them to the broth along with 2 cups of baby spinach and 4 oz cooked Chinese noodles. Simmer for 2-3 minutes. Serve this delicious soup in small bowls.
  7. Sweet Ending: Conclude the meal with fortune cookies and green tea ice cream.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

36 g

Sugar

26g

Fat

33g

Carbs

5g

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion Healthy Very Low Carbs Appetizers Main Dish Seafood Vegetables Asian Dinner Party Holiday Event Low Fat Dietary Low Sodium Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Low Carb Low In Something Meat 4 Hours Or Less