How to make delicious hot pot: hot topics and practical tips on the Internet in the past 10 days
In the past 10 days, topics related to hot pot have continued to heat up on major social platforms. From pot base recipes to dipping sauces, from ingredient selection to healthy eating methods, netizens have been discussing with great enthusiasm. This article will combine hotspot data from the entire network and present it to you in a structured way.“How to make delicious hotpot”The ultimate guide to.
1. Recent hot pot topic popularity list (last 10 days)

| Ranking | hot topics | Number of discussions (10,000) | Platform popularity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Homemade Hot Pot Base Recipe | 28.5 | Douyin/Xiaohongshu |
| 2 | How to eat low-calorie hot pot | 19.2 | Weibo/Bilibili |
| 3 | Ingredient shabu-shabu schedule | 15.7 | Zhihu/xiakitchen |
| 4 | Differences in dipping sauces between North and South | 12.3 | Kuaishou/Douban |
| 5 | Small hotpot for one person | 9.8 | Xiaohongshu/Taobao |
2. You must learn the four elements of hot pot making
1. Choose the golden ratio for the bottom of the pot
According to recent actual measurement data from food bloggers, the optimal base ratio for home hot pot is: 40% butter + 30% clear oil + 20% bone broth + 10% spices. It is recommended to add fermented glutinous rice to the spicy pot bottom to enhance the freshness, and stir-fry fresh tomato sauce to add layering to the tomato pot bottom.
2. Criteria for judging the freshness of food ingredients
| Ingredients type | fresh features | Key points for lightning protection |
|---|---|---|
| Beef and mutton rolls | The texture is clear and does not fade, and there is no blood after thawing. | Avoid dark colors/ice crystals |
| Seafood | Full eyes, no odor | Shrimp heads that turn black are not fresh |
| Mushrooms | The umbrella cover is tight and the stipe is crisp and tender. | Discard immediately if the surface becomes sticky |
3. Precise control of rinsing time
Recently released by Food Lab“The best shabu-shabu schedule”Sparking hot discussion: 7 seconds for hairy tripe (the leaves stretch), 1 minute for yellow throat (curling and straightening), 3 minutes for hand-made shrimp slippery (completely floated), and frozen tofu needs to be cooked until it becomes honeycomb-like and plump.
4. Dip matching formula
Data from popular short video platforms show that the three most popular dip combinations are:
• Northern classic: sesame paste + chive flowers + bean curd + sesame oil
• Upgraded version of Sichuan flavor: minced garlic + sesame oil + oyster sauce + spicy millet
• New low-calorie version: seafood juice + lemon juice + coriander + white sesame seeds
3. Tips for healthy hotpot eating
Recent health care accounts strongly recommend:
1. Rinse vegetables before eating meat to reduce fat intake
2. Spicy hot pot with Weiyi soy milk/sour plum soup to relieve the spiciness
3. Reduce the salt content in the bottom of the homemade pot by 30% (you can use mushrooms/scallops for freshness)
4. Keep meal time within 90 minutes (to avoid an increase in nitrite)
4. Ranking list of innovative eating methods
| innovative approach | heat index | Operational points |
|---|---|---|
| Hot pot soup base for cooking porridge | ★★★★★ | Finally add rice/oats and cook |
| ice cream dip | ★★★★☆ | Vanilla ice cream + crushed peanuts (suitable for brown sugar glutinous rice cake) |
| Boiled fruits | ★★★☆☆ | Pineapple/Papaya is suitable for spicy pot |
By mastering these popular tips, you can easily make home hot pot that's more delicious and healthier than a hot pot restaurant. Remember to adjust the ingredients according to the season. In winter, you can add root vegetables. In summer, it is recommended to pair it with cold beer or oolong tea to enjoy the fun of hot pot in different seasons!
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