Ingredients

6 cups chicken stock
6 cups water
1/2 cup rice vinegar
1/3 cup soy sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons sesame oil
3 -5 slices fresh ginger
3 -5 garlic cloves , cracked
1 lb boneless chicken thighs , thinly sliced
5 ounces bean thread noodles
1 large bunch green onion
1 1/2 cups mung bean sprouts
8 ounces mushrooms , any variety
4 baby bok choy
garlic and red chile paste
Chinese Hot Pots are a popular dish in China, often enjoyed with family and friends during the cold winter months. The dish is a communal one, where a large pot is set in the middle of the table, and each person selects ingredients to add to the pot. This recipe is a gluten-free and low-carb take on the traditional hot pot, using chicken broth as the base and bean thread noodles as a low-carb noodle alternative. This recipe is versatile and can be easily modified to include your favorite vegetables and proteins.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, combine the chicken stock, water, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic.
2.Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and add the chicken slices. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
3.Soak the bean thread noodles in warm water for 5-10 minutes, then drain and add them to the pot.
4.Add the green onion, mung bean sprouts, mushrooms, and baby bok choy to the pot and continue to simmer until the vegetables are cooked to your liking.
5.Serve the hot pot with garlic and red chile paste on the side for garnish.

PROS

Chinese Hot Pots–Gluten-Free and Low-Carb is a delicious and flavorful way to enjoy a variety of vegetables and proteins in one meal.

This recipe is gluten-free and low-carb, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions.

The ingredients can be easily modified to suit your tastes or dietary needs.

CONS

The recipe requires a large pot and many ingredients, which can be overwhelming for some cooks.

The total cooking time can take up to an hour, which may not be ideal for those with busy schedules.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is packed with vegetables, which are high in fiber and essential vitamins and minerals.
The chicken provides lean protein, while the bean thread noodles are a low-carb alternative to traditional rice noodles.
The sesame oil and ginger in the recipe have been linked to anti-inflammatory and anti-nausea properties.

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