DIRECTIONS:
For the soup base:- In a wok over medium heat, add the Ty Ling Sesame Oil and the ginger. Cook the ginger for about a minute until caramelized, making sure it doesn’t burn.
- Add the bay leaves, whole garlic cloves, cinnamon stick, star anise, and cloves.
- Cook for another 2 minutes, until very fragrant.
- Add the Sichuan peppercorns, dried chilies (whole), and the spicy hot pot soup base. Cook for another 2 minutes, and then add the miso veggie broth.
- Bring to a boil and transfer to the pot you’ll be using for your hot pot meal. You want the pot to be relatively wide and at least 6 inches deep.
To make the dipping sauce, simply combine whatever mix of ingredients you like.
To Assemble the Hotpot:- Plug in your hot plate, place the prepared pot of broth on top, and bring to a low boil or simmer.
- Place all of your prepared ingredients around it, have everyone mix up their own dipping sauces, and dive in.
- Each person just takes whatever they want, adds it to the pot, waits for it to cook, and then dips it into their sauce as per their preferences.
- As the water evaporates as you’re cooking, add boiling water to the pot as needed. Enjoy!