Beef and Mushroom Hotpot

Instructions

1. 1
   Prepare the broth base by heating stock in a large hotpot or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat.
2. 2
   Add ginger slices, dried chilies, star anise, Sichuan peppercorns, and rice wine to the broth. Simmer for 10 minutes to infuse flavors.
3. 3
   Add soy sauce and sesame oil to the broth and adjust seasoning to taste.
4. 4
   Arrange all prepared ingredients (beef, mushrooms, vegetables) on a large serving platter around the hotpot.
5. 5
   Place the hotpot on a portable burner at the table for communal cooking.
6. 6
   Guests can add ingredients to the simmering broth in small batches, cooking until beef is tender (30 seconds) and vegetables are softened (2-3 minutes).
7. 7
   Serve each portion with a small dipping sauce cup of soy sauce mixed with sesame oil and chopped green onions.
8. 8
   Continue cooking and eating until all desired ingredients are consumed.