Hot Pot Ingredient Planner

Tomato base

Bright, crowd-friendly mild side for a divided pot.

Mushroom base

Yunnan-leaning aroma without requiring chili.

Lamb / mutton slices

Beijing shuan yangrou territory when the broth stays clear.

Shrimp

Fast cook, useful with mild broths and seafood-leaning tables.

Fish balls

Prepared balls that survive longer simmers than thin meat.

Beef tripe

Classic mala texture. Not for every table, essential for some.

Lotus root

Crunch that lasts; nice contrast to soft tofu and noodles.

Corn

Sweet chunks that calm a spicy pot.

Mixed mushrooms

Builds Yunnan-leaning depth on plate and in broth.

Udon

Chewy, filling, familiar to mixed tables.

Rice cakes

Dense chewy bites that love spicy broth.

Frozen dumplings

Easy filler that makes the night feel complete.

Shacha sauce

Chaoshan beef lane in a jar.

Beijing-style mix kit

Sesame paste plus fermented bean curd and chive flower paste.