Greek-style Hot Pot

Ingredients

While the Chinese hot pot typically features a variety of meats, seafood, and vegetables cooked in a flavorful broth, our Greek-style Hot Pot incorporates Greek ingredients and flavors. We have replaced some of the traditional ingredients with Mediterranean staples such as feta cheese, olives, and fresh herbs to give it a distinct Greek twist. We alse have the original recipe for Hot Pot, so you can check it out.

• 500g (1.1 lb) boneless chicken breast, thinly sliced 500g (1.1 lb) boneless chicken breast, thinly sliced
• 500g (1.1 lb) lamb shoulder, thinly sliced 500g (1.1 lb) lamb shoulder, thinly sliced
• 300g (10.5 oz) shrimp, peeled and deveined 300g (10.5 oz) shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 200g (7 oz) feta cheese, cubed 200g (7 oz) feta cheese, cubed
• 200g (7 oz) Kalamata olives 200g (7 oz) Kalamata olives
• 4 medium potatoes, thinly sliced 4 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
• 2 large tomatoes, diced 2 large tomatoes, diced
• 1 red onion, thinly sliced 1 red onion, thinly sliced
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 liter (4 cups) chicken or vegetable broth 1 liter (4 cups) chicken or vegetable broth

Nutrition

• Calories: 450 kcal / 1880 KJ
• Fat: 18g (7g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 25g (5g sugars)
• Protein: 50g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. 2.
   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sliced red onion, and sauté until fragrant and slightly caramelized.
3. 3.
   Add the diced tomatoes, dried oregano, fresh dill, and fresh parsley to the pot. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. 4.
   Pour the chicken or vegetable broth into the pot and bring it to a boil.
5. 5.
   Reduce the heat to low and add the sliced potatoes. Simmer for 10 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
6. 6.
   Arrange the thinly sliced chicken breast, lamb shoulder, and shrimp in separate sections of a large ovenproof dish.
7. 7.
   Pour the hot broth and potato mixture over the meat and seafood.
8. 8.
   Sprinkle the feta cheese and Kalamata olives over the top.
9. 9.
   Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
10. 10.
    Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
11. 11.
    Serve the Greek-style Hot Pot hot and bubbling, allowing everyone to help themselves to the delicious ingredients.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Chicken breast — Make sure to slice the chicken breast thinly to ensure quick and even cooking.
• Lamb shoulder — Trim any excess fat from the lamb shoulder before slicing it thinly.
• Shrimp — If using frozen shrimp, thaw them before adding them to the hot pot to ensure they cook properly.
• Feta cheese — Use a good quality feta cheese for the best flavor and texture.
• Kalamata olives — Pit the olives if they are not already pitted before adding them to the hot pot.

Tips & Tricks

• You can customize the hot pot by adding other Greek ingredients such as artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, or even a squeeze of lemon juice for a tangy twist.
• Serve the hot pot with crusty bread to soak up the flavorful broth.
• If you prefer a spicier hot pot, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes to the broth.
• Don't overcook the seafood to ensure it remains tender and juicy.
• Leftovers can be refrigerated and enjoyed the next day, but the texture of the potatoes may change slightly.

Serving advice

Serve the Greek-style Hot Pot as a main course, accompanied by a fresh Greek salad and warm pita bread. Allow everyone to serve themselves from the communal pot, creating a cozy and interactive dining experience.

Presentation advice

Present the Greek-style Hot Pot in the ovenproof dish it was baked in, allowing the golden and bubbly cheese to be the star of the show. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh dill and parsley for a pop of color.