Savory Hot Pot Broth

Name: Savory Hot Pot Broth
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil; 1 inch fresh ginger, sliced; 4 stalks scallions, chopped; 6 garlic cloves, smashed; 8 cups chicken stock; 2 whole star anise; 5 dried jujubes; 2 tbsp dried goji berries; 1 tsp salt

A fragrant and rich broth infused with aromatics, jujubes, and goji berries. It creates the perfect savory foundation for dipping sliced meats and vegetables.

35 minEasyServes 690 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
1 inch fresh ginger, sliced
4 stalks scallions, chopped
6 garlic cloves, smashed
8 cups chicken stock
2 whole star anise
5 dried jujubes
2 tbsp dried goji berries
1 tsp salt

Instructions

1

Heat 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2

Add 1 inch sliced fresh ginger, 4 stalks chopped scallions, and 6 smashed garlic cloves, sautéing for 2 minutes until fragrant.
3

Pour in 8 cups chicken stock and bring the liquid to a rolling boil.
4

Add 2 whole star anise, 5 dried jujubes, 2 tbsp dried goji berries, and 1 tsp salt.
5

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes before serving.

Questions

How long does Savory Hot Pot Broth keep?

Refrigerate it up to four days, or freeze it in portions for up to three months. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or stock to loosen it.

Can I halve or double Savory Hot Pot Broth?

Yes. As written it serves 6. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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