Low Sodium Classic Hot Pot Broth
Warm, comforting, and brimming with delicate flavors, this Low Sodium Classic Hot Pot Broth is a lighter twist on a beloved traditional favorite. Crafted with a blend of low sodium chicken broth, rehydrated shiitake mushrooms, and aromatic spices like star anise, Sichuan peppercorns, and cinnamon, this broth offers an umami-rich base that’s gentle on sodium without compromising taste. Fresh ginger, garlic, and green onions provide vibrant aromas, while a splash of low sodium soy sauce and rice vinegar adds a touch of tangy depth. Perfectly customizable for your favorite meats, seafood, and veggies, this low sodium hot pot broth is ideal for a cozy dinner party or a flavorful family meal. Enjoy this wholesome, heart-healthy recipe that delivers all the savory satisfaction of a classic hot pot experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups water
- 4 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 6 pieces dried shiitake mushrooms
- 1 inch large piece of ginger, sliced
- 4 pieces garlic cloves, smashed
- 2 pieces green onions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns
- 1 piece star anise
- 1 piece cinnamon stick
Instructions
In a large pot, combine 8 cups of water with 4 cups of low sodium chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
Add the dried shiitake mushrooms to the pot and simmer for 10 minutes to rehydrate them, allowing the rich umami flavor to infuse into the broth.
While the mushrooms are simmering, slice a 1-inch piece of ginger into thin slices and smash 4 cloves of garlic.
Add the prepared ginger slices and smashed garlic cloves to the pot along with 2 chopped green onions.
Stir in 2 tablespoons of low sodium soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar for a subtle tang and depth.
Add the Sichuan peppercorns, star anise, and cinnamon stick to the broth. Simmer for an additional 25 minutes to allow the spices to flavor the broth fully.
Taste the broth and adjust seasoning as desired, keeping in mind the low sodium profile. If necessary, a small amount of low sodium soy sauce can be added.
Before serving, remove the shiitake mushrooms, ginger slices, garlic, and whole spices from the broth using a slotted spoon or by straining the broth for a smoother texture.
Divide the broth among serving pots or bowls, and your Low Sodium Classic Hot Pot Broth is ready to be enjoyed with your choice of hot pot ingredients.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
409 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.4 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3516 mg | 153% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.2 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.3 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.2 g | ||
| Protein | 27.5 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 23.1 mcg | 116% | |
| Calcium | 321 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 2091 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
