Japanese-Inspired Thousand Layer HotpotJapanese-Inspired Thousand Layer Hotpot
Japanese-Inspired Thousand Layer Hotpot

Japanese-Inspired Thousand Layer Hotpot

A simple, elegant hotpot built from layers of napa cabbage and thinly sliced pork belly. The ingredients soften into tender, flavourful layers that make this dish both beautiful and comforting.
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Recipe - Richmond - Ackroyd
Japanese-Inspired Thousand Layer Hotpot
Japanese-Inspired Thousand Layer Hotpot
Prep Time10 Minutes
Servings2
Cook Time15 Minutes
Ingredients
Napa cabbage
Western Family chicken broth
Pork belly slices
Directions

1. Let the pork belly slices thaw at room temperature for about 10 minutes.

2. Slice the napa cabbage crosswise into thick sections, then quarter the stack so the pieces fit easily into your pot.

3. Layer the pork slices between the cabbage leaves.

4. Arrange the bundles snugly in a pot and pour in chicken broth until it reaches about halfway up the layers.

5. Cover and simmer until the cabbage and pork are tender, about 10 minutes.

6. Optional: Serve with yuzu, freshly cracked pepper, miso paste, or your favorite dipping sauce.

 

10 minutes
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
2
Servings

Directions

1. Let the pork belly slices thaw at room temperature for about 10 minutes.

2. Slice the napa cabbage crosswise into thick sections, then quarter the stack so the pieces fit easily into your pot.

3. Layer the pork slices between the cabbage leaves.

4. Arrange the bundles snugly in a pot and pour in chicken broth until it reaches about halfway up the layers.

5. Cover and simmer until the cabbage and pork are tender, about 10 minutes.

6. Optional: Serve with yuzu, freshly cracked pepper, miso paste, or your favorite dipping sauce.