Hot pots are apparently tremendously popular throughout China, even in places as remote as Qiqiha'er in Heilongjiang Province and Hohhot in Inner Mongolia. I guess it's not too surprising considering these two provinces along with Jilin and Liaoning are freezing cold in the winter. I'm certainly not about to start complaining because a hot pot dinner is delicious and fun. Only 3 things can ruin a hot pot experience: unfresh ingredients, bad, oily broth, and bad company. Fortunately, I haven't had any of these experiences in China.
Qiqiha'er: Wang Zi Hot Pot 王子火锅Hot Pot Heated by a Can of Petroleum Jelly
Lazy Susan Full of Veggie and Meat Ingredients; Pot o' Lamb, Spinach, and Potato Noodles
Fried Sesame Rice Balls (Mochi-like) with Red Bean Paste Filling
Inner Mongolia: Zang Ku Niu 藏酷牛
Zang Ku Niu
Mongolian Sesame Paste Sauce with Fermented Tofu Sauce, a Salty Green Sauce, and Pickled Garlic; a Stand of Veggie Ingredients
A Whole Lotta Lamb and Beef Slices; Hot Pot Heated by a Personal Electrical Stove
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