For people living alone, hot pot cooking is convenient because you can use a lot of ingredients at once and reuse the leftovers the next day. Here are some great hot pot recipes.
1. Tomato and vegetable minestrone
Material:
- Canned tomatoes
- Vegetables (potatoes, carrots, onions, etc.)
- Pasta (such as small macaroni)
- Olive oil
- Salt, pepper, herbs (basil, rosemary, etc.)
procedure:
- Cut the vegetables. Fry the onions in olive oil.
- Add the other vegetables and pour in the canned tomatoes.
- Add the pasta, add water and bring to a simmer.
- Season with salt, pepper and herbs and it’s done.
2. Tofu and mushroom miso soup hotpot
Material:
- Tofu
- Mushrooms such as shimeji and shiitake
- Spring onion
- Miso
- soy sauce
- Dashi stock
procedure:
- Put the stock in a pot, add the onions and bring to a boil.
- Add the tofu and mushrooms and season with miso and soy sauce.
- Finish by topping with chopped seaweed or sesame seeds if desired.
3. Simple chicken and vegetable hotpot
Material:
- Chicken thighs (or wings)
- Vegetables (cabbage, carrots, potatoes, etc.)
- Sake, soy sauce, mirin
- Miso (optional)
procedure:
- Fry the chicken until browned.
- Add the vegetables, water and seasonings and bring to a simmer.
- Add miso, adjust the flavor and it’s done.
4. Curry-flavored chicken pot-au-feu
Material:
- Chicken (thighs or tenderloins)
- Potatoes, carrots, onions
- Curry roux
- water
procedure:
- Grill the chicken.
- Add the vegetables, water and curry roux and simmer.
- When the vegetables are soft, they are done.
5. Seafood tomato hotpot
Material:
- Seafood mix (shrimp, squid, shellfish, etc.)
- Canned tomatoes
- Vegetables (peppers, onions, garlic)
- Olive oil, salt, pepper
procedure:
- Fry the garlic and onion in olive oil.
- Add the other vegetables and the canned tomatoes, then the seafood and bring to a simmer.
- Season with salt and pepper, garnish with parsley and it’s done.
6. Summary
Hot pot dishes for single people are not only easy to make, but also provide a balanced diet. These recipes are all easy to make even on busy days. Feel free to try them out and find your favorite hot pot dish.。
