Unlocking the Wonders of Steamboat Cuisine: Why is Steamboat the Best Among Hot Pots?

Also known as steamboat or hot pot, this culinary delight may be a recent addition to Vietnam, but it has quickly become a favorite. Loved for its fresh and delightful flavors, it's not only a treat for your taste buds but also a healthy option, especially for those dealing with gout or aiming for weight loss. Curious about the magic of steamboat? Let PasGo be your guide!

What is steamboat? The Distinction between Steamboat and Broth-based Hot Pots

Steamboat cooks incredibly fast, ready in just 3-5 minutes!

Diverging from traditional hot pots, steamboat is a brothless pot using foreign steam technology for rapid cooking in just 3-5 minutes. Typically featuring two tiers, the upper one for steaming vegetables, roots, fruits, seafood, and meat, while the lower tier often holds a pot of porridge. As the sweet water drips down, the porridge gains a naturally sweet and nutritious flavor.

1. Recognizing the Quality of Food 

Steam cooking technology has become popular in countries and regions such as Japan, Singapore, and Hong Kong (China).

For steamboat, you can easily assess the food's quality. Ingredients are not seasoned, making it impossible to hide if the food is not fresh. Particularly, if the food lacks freshness, you can detect it through sight and smell when the steam rises from the pot.

2. Enjoying Steamboat Without Feeling Overwhelmed or Greasy

Ingredients are not seasoned, allowing diners to savor the natural, unadulterated sweetness

For diners on a diet or with specific dietary requirements, steamboat is a safe and delightful choice. The richness of the food is naturally reduced through steam technology, often without the use of oil and seasonings.

In traditional hot pot, as the food is immersed in broth, it can lose flavor due to nutrients blending into the liquid. The more you dip, the thicker the broth becomes, creating a rich and potentially cloying sensation. However, with steamboat, the original flavors and freshness of the food are preserved. Various dipping sauces, such as meat sauce, vegetable sauce, and seafood sauce, add diversity to the taste experience.

Steamboat uses no cooking oil, ensuring your dishes have minimal fat content

A wide variety of ingredients are suitable for steamboat, from seafood to poultry like chicken, duck, beef, and seasonal fruits and vegetables. Untouched by spices, this guarantees diners experience the purest, natural sweetness of the food. Steamed through the power of steam, the original flavors and natural sweetness of the ingredients are retained, resulting in tender, juicy meat. This makes it easy for both the elderly and children to enjoy.

Correct Steamboat Eating Etiquette

Remember to steam just until perfectly cooked!

- Before placing various food items into the steamboat, it's advisable to sterilize them by pouring boiling water into the pot for 5 seconds. Allow the water to boil and steam to rise for 3 minutes. This method ensures even temperature distribution and eliminates bacteria.

- After 3 minutes, uncover the pot and arrange the steamboat ingredients on the steaming tray. Remember to group items with similar cooking times together.

- For organ meats such as stomach, intestines, and liver, steam for only 3 minutes. Vegetables and fruits should be steamed for 5 minutes. Meat items like chicken, shrimp, and seafood should be steamed for approximately 8 minutes for optimal cooking.

Especially, after enjoying your meal, don't forget to savor the fragrant rice porridge, infused with the steam-cooked essence and broth from the food below!

Wishing you all delightful and mouthwatering meals!

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