The Beauty of Japanese Hot Pot

The Japanese have long believed that sharing a meal from a single pot forges closer relationships. Japan's beloved comfort food, hot pots, are a well-balanced and naturally nutritious bounty of vegetables, tofu, chicken, seafood, or meat, all infused with lip-smacking Japanese flavors. So gather your friends and family round the dinner table for these easy, economical, homey dishes that require minimal fuss and no special equipment — just a good appetite ^^

This is what the New York Times says about Japanese hot pots, "Steaming bowls sustain body and soul in the cold months. Your grandmother probably knew how to fill this need and the Japanese certainly do..."

There are many different types of Japanese hot pots including shabu shabu, nabe and sukiyaki which includes different soup base and meat or seafood. Most hot pot would include thinly sliced beef or fish, and they are just delicious when you swish it in soup gently for a few second and dip them in sauce! Ofcause, the essential element of the Japanese hot pots are the fresh and healthy vegetables. Chinese cabbage, tofu and different types of mushrooms are a must as they are tasty and bring more flavours to the soup base.

In Sydney, there are a lot of restaurants which has the Japanese hot pot on their menu. However, i would really recommend Nakashima on the Rocks, to those who wants the traditional style of the great taste.