Bellflowers
A member of the nightshade family, bellflowers closely resemble water dropwort, leading to potential misidentification.
When consumed raw or blanched, you are highly susceptible to Spocolamin poisoning, which induces hallucinations.
Mysterious Mushrooms
While mushroom hot pot is a delicious and cooling dish, it’s best to avoid consuming unfamiliar mushrooms growing in your garden unless you can positively identify their species.
As poisonous mushrooms can lead to severe toxicity and even death, it’s not worth the risk.
Taro Leaves
Many people confuse taro leaves with ridged gourd, but this mistake can lead to allergies and throat irritation if you consume taro leaves with a purple hue in the center, where the leaf meets the stem.
Bean Sprouts
Bean sprouts are a common ingredient, not exclusively reserved for hot pot meals.
However, consuming them raw or barely cooked in hot pot broth is ill-advised. Blanching temperatures typically range from 30–35°C (86–95°F), providing an ideal environment for microbial growth.
Moreover, eating raw sprouts may lead to harmful microbial infections unless they are thoroughly washed and sanitized.
To safely enjoy bean sprouts, ensure they are thoroughly cleaned and blanched in boiling water.
Potatoes and Tomatoes
It’s best to avoid pairing potatoes, sweet potatoes, and tomatoes with seafood hot pot, as this combination may result in indigestion, stomach aches, and digestive issues. If you wish to consume these ingredients, wait for 2–3 hours after eating hot pot.
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While vegetables are generally healthy, improper pairing with hot pot can be detrimental to your health. It’s advisable to eat vegetables before meat when enjoying hot pot, as it aids digestion.