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Hotpot (China Special Food)
Hot pot is one of the characteristics of China, which originated in the southwest of China. According to legend, during the Jiajing period of the Ming Dynasty, there was a Taoist named Zhang Yiyuan in Sichuan who invented hot pot while searching for Dan medicine. Hot pot is popular in China because of its unique taste and delicious ingredients.

Types of hot pot

There are many kinds of hot pots, which are mainly divided into Sichuan hot pot, Chongqing hot pot, Yunnan hot pot and Guizhou hot pot. Among them, Sichuan hot pot is mainly spicy, Chongqing hot pot is mainly spicy and delicious, Yunnan hot pot is mainly light, and Guizhou hot pot is mainly hot and sour.

Method for making hot pot

The method of making hot pot is very simple, just prepare the ingredients and seasonings. First, heat the pan, add the right amount of oil and seasoning, and stir-fry to give a fragrance. Then, add water or broth, add various ingredients and cook.

Ingredients of hot pot

There are many kinds of ingredients in hot pot, including meat, seafood, vegetables and bean products. Among them, meat includes beef, mutton and pork. Seafood includes shrimp, crab, fish and so on. Vegetables include Chinese cabbage, bean skin, tofu and so on. Bean products include bean skin and tofu. Different kinds of hot pot use different ingredients.

How to eat hot pot

The way to eat hot pot is also very simple. Just put the cooked ingredients in a bowl and dip them in seasoning. When eating hot pot, be careful not to mix raw food with cooked food to avoid food poisoning.

Hotpot culture

Hot pot is not only a delicious food, but also has a strong cultural atmosphere. In China, hot pot is regarded as a symbol of reunion. Family and friends often eat hot pot together and have a good time. Besides, hot pot is a necessary food for traditional festivals and celebrations in China.

Healthy diet of hot pot

Although hot pot is delicious, we should also pay attention to a healthy diet. First, choose fresh ingredients and avoid using expired ingredients. Secondly, we should pay attention to the collocation of ingredients, and don't eat too much high-calorie ingredients. Finally, we should pay attention to the choice of hot pot seasonings, and choose seasonings with low salt, low oil and low sugar.