Chongqing Hot Pot Soup Base Seasoning

It can be eaten bland to very spicy, depending on how much spice you put in the stew. There are often disagreements between different styles of hot pot enthusiasts. Some like to place items into the hot pot at a relaxed, leisurely pace, enjoying the cooking process, while others prefer to throw everything in at once and wait for the hotpot to return to a boil. Occasionally due to evaporation the boiled water needs to be refilled, usually the stew is strong and zesty enough to not add more condiments to spice it up.