Thai hotpot has become a cherished addition to Vietnamese cuisine, celebrated for its harmonious blend of sour, spicy, sweet, and savory flavors, along with its delightful variations. Not only is it simple and affordable to prepare, but it’s also incredibly easy to enjoy. Today, let’s step into the kitchen and explore 7 simple Thai hotpot recipes that you can recreate at home, rivaling the taste of any restaurant version.
Preparation:
30 minutes Cooking:
30 minutes Serves:
3 – 4 people
1 Ingredients for Thai Hotpot Broth
- 3 sets of chicken bones
- 1 piece of galangal
- 20 stalks of lemongrass
- 20 dried shallots
- Tamarind
- Shiitake mushrooms
- 500g coriander leaves
- 1 corn cob
- Coconut milk
- A few kaffir lime leaves
- Seasonings: sugar, stock cubes, salt, MSG
Ingredients
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2 How to Make Thai Hotpot Broth
Step 1 Prepare the Ingredients
Begin by blanching the chicken bones in boiling water, then rinsing them thoroughly.
Next, finely chop the lemongrass and cut it into 5cm pieces.
Slice the galangal thinly and peel the shallots, keeping them whole.
Wash the shiitake mushrooms, cut them in half, and rinse the coriander leaves, cutting them into thirds.
Soak the tamarind in warm water and strain to extract the juice.
Preparing Ingredients
Step 2 Simmer the Broth
Add the chicken bones, lemongrass, and galangal to a pot of water. Bring it to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Add the shallots and shiitake mushrooms.
Next, add the tamarind juice along with 1 tablespoon of sugar, 1 teaspoon of stock cubes, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of MSG.
Simmering the Broth
Simmer the bones for about 30 minutes, then add the coriander leaves and cook for another 5 minutes before turning off the heat.
Strain out the solids, leaving only the broth, then add the coconut milk and kaffir lime leaves, stirring for 1 minute.
Step 3 Final Touches
Cut the corn into 3-4cm pieces and add them to the hotpot to enhance the sweetness of the broth.
Final Touches
The Thai hotpot broth boasts a vibrant red color, a fragrant aroma from the spices, and a rich sweetness from the chicken bone broth.
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Enjoying Thai Hotpot
4 A Collection of Simple Thai Hotpot Recipes to Make at Home
Spicy Thai Shrimp Hotpot
Spicy Thai Shrimp Hotpot
Ingredients for Spicy Thai Shrimp Hotpot
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Prawns: 8 pieces
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Pineapple: ¼ piece
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Tomatoes: 2 pieces
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Chili peppers: 2-3 pieces
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Coconut milk: 2 tablespoons
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A handful of basil
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Assorted vegetables of your choice
Detailed recipe: Weekend treat with Spicy Thai Shrimp Hotpot
If traditional Thai hotpot feels a bit monotonous, try this Spicy Thai Shrimp Hotpot! With a few tweaks to the seasonings, you’ll create a hotpot with an incredibly “deluxe” flavor!
Thai Beef and Shrimp Hotpot
Traditional Thai Hotpot
Ingredients for Thai Beef and Shrimp Hotpot
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1 corn cob, husked
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500g napa cabbage
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250g tofu
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500g beef
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500g shrimp
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250g straw mushrooms
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400g fish cakes
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1.5 liters of chicken or pork broth
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Kaffir lime leaves, 4 slices of galangal
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2 stalks of lemongrass, chopped
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½ onion
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1 medium tomato
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6 red chilies
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1 teaspoon of Tom Yum seasoning or Thai hotpot seasoning
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Juice of half a lime
Detailed recipe: Enjoy Traditional Thai Hotpot at Home
The natural sweetness from ingredients like mushrooms, shrimp, and beef perfectly complements the traditional spicy and sour Thai hotpot broth, making it a favorite for any food lover. Why wait? Get cooking and treat your family to this delicious hotpot!
Thai Fish Hotpot
Thai Fish Hotpot
Making Thai Fish Hotpot is straightforward. Marinate the fish with garlic, shallots, sugar, stock cubes, and a pinch of pepper for 10 minutes. For the broth, sauté garlic, shallots, and lemongrass until fragrant, then add tomatoes and pineapple, stirring well. Add water and place the fish in a clay pot. Add vegetables and cook until tender, and it’s ready to serve.
Thai Seafood Hotpot
Thai Seafood Hotpot
The broth is key to a delicious Thai Seafood Hotpot. Simmer the seafood in the broth, then season with fish sauce and salt to taste. Add slices of galangal, chopped shallots, lemongrass, and kaffir lime leaves for an aromatic touch. This will give you a flavorful Thai seafood hotpot for the whole family.
On weekends, gather the family around a steaming pot of hotpot, enjoying the spicy flavors and the fragrant aroma of lemongrass, chili, and kaffir lime leaves, which perfectly complement the seafood.
See also: How to Make Spicy Tom Yum Soup, a Thai Specialty
Thai Vegetarian Hotpot
Thai Vegetarian Hotpot
If you’re tired of meat and fish, Thai Vegetarian Hotpot is a great alternative. It’s flavorful, refreshing, and nutritious. Serve it with rice noodles, rice, or vegetables like water spinach, cabbage, celery, and morning glory.
Thai Hotpot with Aji Quick Seasoning
Thai Hotpot with Aji Quick Seasoning
Ingredients for Thai Hotpot with Aji Quick Seasoning
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3 tablespoons cooking oil
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Shallots, garlic, tomatoes, pineapple, galangal, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves
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Fried tofu (optional)
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½ American corn cob, chili
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1.5 liters of chicken broth (or water if unavailable)
Detailed recipe: Quick and Easy Thai Hotpot with Aji Quick Seasoning
For those short on time or cooking skills, this Thai Hotpot with Aji Quick Seasoning is a lifesaver. It’s quick, easy, and tastes just like the traditional version, without worrying about the broth being too salty or sweet!
Thai Hotpot for 4 People
Thai Hotpot for 4 People Under 200,000 VND
Ingredients for Thai Hotpot for 4 People
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Lemongrass, pineapple, tomatoes, galangal, tamarind, chili, garlic
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Tofu: 3 pieces
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Rice noodles: 1 kg
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Straw mushrooms, oyster mushrooms, and enoki mushrooms
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Herbs: coriander, culantro
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Red tilapia: 1 fish
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Shrimp: 300g
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Beef: 100g
Detailed recipe: Thai Hotpot for 4 People Under 200,000 VND
Running low on cash but still want to enjoy hotpot with friends? This budget-friendly Thai Hotpot is perfect! It serves 4 people and costs less than 200,000 VND. Don’t believe it? Try it yourself!
5 What Vegetables Pair Well with Thai Hotpot?
What Vegetables Pair Well with Thai Hotpot?
Hotpot can be paired with various vegetables, as long as they suit your taste and provide nutritional value. Essential vegetables for hotpot include water spinach, napa cabbage, mushrooms, and morning glory.
See also: Hotpot is Even Better with These Vegetables
Save these 7 Thai hotpot recipes! With upcoming holidays, it’s the perfect time for family gatherings around a steaming hotpot. Happy cooking!
