Hot pot

火锅 · huǒguō. A shared pot · a leisurely meal.

Dumplings in a bamboo steamer with chopsticks
At the table火锅huǒguōHot pot

Diners cook ingredients in a simmering broth. Regional styles include fiery broths as well as mild ones; hot pot does not always mean spicy food.

CoverageNationwide

About this food

Agree on the broth with your group. Keep utensils for raw ingredients separate from eating utensils and ask staff about cooking times.

How to explore it

A shared pot · a leisurely meal. Ask about ingredients, preparation, and regional variations before ordering.

Useful phrase

We would like a non-spicy one.

我们要不辣的。Wǒmen yào bú là de.