Savory Fish Hot Pot with Pickled Vegetables

Ingredients

• Salt (to taste)
• Black pepper (to taste)
• Lime (1, juiced)
• Fresh cilantro (1/4 cup, chopped)
• Green onions (1/4 cup, sliced)
• Chicken broth (4 cups)
• Fish sauce (2 tablespoons)
• Soy sauce (2 tablespoons)
• Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
• Ginger (1 tablespoon, grated)
• Pickled vegetables (1 cup, assorted (such as radish, cucumber, or cabbage))
• Fish fillets (such as cod or tilapia) (1 pound, cut into pieces)
• Vegetable oil (1 tablespoon (for sautéing))

Instructions

1. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
2. Add the grated ginger and minced garlic, and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Stir in the pickled vegetables and cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing their flavors to meld.
4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
5. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the broth simmer for 10 minutes to enhance the flavors.
6. Season the fish fillets with salt and pepper, then gently place them into the hot pot.
7. Cover the pot and let the fish cook for 5-7 minutes, or until it flakes easily with a fork.
8. Remove the pot from heat and stir in the soy sauce, fish sauce, green onions, cilantro, and lime juice.
9. Taste the broth and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lime juice if desired.
10. Serve the fish hot pot in bowls, ladling some flavorful broth over the fish and vegetables.
11. Garnish with additional sliced green onions and cilantro, if desired.
12. Enjoy this dish while hot, sharing the warmth and flavors with loved ones!