Benxi Manchu Hot Pot

Benxi Manchu Hot Pot

　　Manchu hot pot has a long history. It is not only a traditional culinary custom of the Manchu people but also one of the earliest popular dishes in the cold regions of Northeast China. The Manchu hot pot is prepared by cooking white meat, blood sausage, pickled cabbage, and cellophane noodles, then bringing the pot directly to the dining table. The table features an automatically opening and closing round cover, which is removed to place the hot pot on. A brazier with burning charcoal is then positioned under the pot. Diners sit cross-legged around the table to share the meal, offering a unique and memorable dining experience.