Spicy Hot Pot is a popular Sichuan-style cuisine that features a communal pot of

broth flavored with chili peppers, garlic, ginger, and other aromatic ingredients. One

of the most important components of Spicy Hot Pot is the spicy hot pot base, which

is made from a mixture of chili peppers, garlic, ginger, and other seasonings. If you're

looking to make your own spicy hot pot base at home, here's how to do it:

Ingredients:

200g dried shrimp

1 tablespoon Sichuan peppercorns

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 inch piece of ginger, grated

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

2 tablespoons soy sauce

1/4 cup water

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Step 1: Soak the dried shrimp in cold water for at least 30 minutes until they are fully

soaked and softened. Drain and set aside.

Step 2: Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the Sichuan peppercorns,

garlic, and ginger and stir-fry for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 3: Add the soaked dried shrimp to the pan and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes,

until they are cooked through and lightly toasted.

Step 4: Add the soy sauce, water, salt, and pepper to the pan and stir-fry for another

1-2 minutes until everything is well combined and heated through.

Step 5: Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving. The spicy hot pot base is now ready to be used as the foundation for your homemade spicy hot pot. You can add any other ingredients you like such as meats, seafood, vegetables, or noodles to make your own unique creation. Enjoy!