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Traditional Shabu Shabu


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  • Author: chef-emmy
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free

Description

A delightful Japanese hot pot dish that combines thinly sliced meat and fresh vegetables in a simmering broth, perfect for sharing with family and friends.


Ingredients

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  • 10 g dried kelp (kombu)
  • 1 liter water
  • 3 tbsp sake
  • Yuzu peel (optional)
  • 450 g thinly sliced beef
  • 200 g Napa cabbage (roughly cut)
  • 100 g chrysanthemum greens (shungiku) (halved)
  • 50 g carrot (peeled and thinly sliced)
  • 100 g enoki mushrooms (roots removed)
  • 100 g firm tofu (cubed)
  • 4 fresh shiitake mushrooms (stems trimmed)
  • 100 g bean sprouts
  • 50 g thin glass noodles (harusame)
  • 200 g cooked udon noodles (optional)
  • 4 cut rice cakes (kirimochi) (toasted, optional)
  • Ponzu sauce
  • Finely chopped green onions (optional)
  • Grated daikon radish (daikon oroshi) (optional)
  • Spicy grated daikon radish (momiji oroshi) (optional)
  • 2 tbsp sesame paste (nerigoma)
  • 1 tbsp Japanese soy sauce (koikuchi shoyu)
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar (unseasoned)
  • ½ tbsp yellow miso paste (awase)
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • Garlic chive(s) (finely chopped, optional)
  • Chili oil (rayu) (optional)
  • Grated garlic (optional)


Instructions

  1. Soak the dried kelp (kombu) in 1 liter of water for about 30 minutes to extract its umami flavor.
  2. Bring the soaked kombu water to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  3. Add 3 tbsp of sake to the broth, enhancing the flavor. Optional: Include yuzu peel for an aromatic touch.
  4. Remove the kombu after the broth reaches a simmer.
  5. Arrange thinly sliced beef, vegetables, tofu, and mushrooms on a platter.
  6. Invite family and friends to dip their chosen ingredients into the simmering broth.
  7. Pair with ponzu sauce for a delightful dipping experience.
  8. Serve additional garnishes like green onions, daikon, or spicy daikon radish for added flair.
  9. Enjoy the fun of hot pot dining, mingling and creating a memorable meal together.

Notes

Allow guests to participate in cooking for an interactive experience. Ensure to adjust the broth’s seasoning for ideal flavor.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: main course
  • Method: Hot Pot
  • Cuisine: Japanese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg