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Shabu Shabu Meat

A comforting and interactive Japanese hot pot dish perfect for gatherings, featuring thinly sliced beef and fresh vegetables cooked in a light broth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound beef sirloin thinly sliced
  • 4 cups dashi broth or beef broth
  • 1 cup Napa cabbage chopped
  • 1 cup mushrooms shiitake or enoki, sliced
  • 1 cup carrots thinly sliced
  • 1 cup tofu cut into cubes
  • 4 green onions cut into 2-inch pieces
  • Sesame sauce or ponzu sauce for dipping

Equipment

  • Hot pot or large pot
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Tongs or chopsticks
  • Serving bowls

Method
 

  1. Start by bringing the dashi broth to a gentle simmer in your hot pot.
  2. Thinly slice the beef sirloin against the grain.
  3. Chop the Napa cabbage, slice the mushrooms, and cut the carrots.
  4. Place the sliced beef, vegetables, and tofu on a large platter.
  5. Using tongs or chopsticks, dip the beef slices into the simmering broth for about 10-15 seconds.
  6. After cooking the meat, add the vegetables to the broth.
  7. Once everything is cooked, serve the meat and vegetables with a side of sesame or ponzu sauce.
  8. Gather everyone around the table to enjoy the hot pot experience.

Notes

The joy of Shabu Shabu comes not just from the food but from the shared moments around the table.