Generally, though, in my house the evening hot pot special is composed of whatever is in the fridge. While most nabemono feature simple ingredients simply prepared, they can become quite elaborate indeed. In Milpitas, Hot Pot City offers practically the entire plant and animal kingdoms in its huge buffets, not to mention dozens of sauces and condiments. Needless to say, there is a line stretching out the door at all hours. Never underestimate the power of a hot pot.
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Contracts get signed and friendships are made. If we turned off the central heat and set up a hot pot on the negotiating table, we d have peace in the Middle East in no time. Every hot pot meal has a way of turning into a party. 3 tablespoons each grated daikon and chopped green onions per person Chili pepper flakes, optional Wipe the kombu with a damp towel, place it with the leek in a Dutch oven or braising pan. Fill the pot a little more than halfway with cold water.