Hot Pot Dipping Sauce

Hot pot dipping sauce is a customizable condiment blend used to flavor ingredients cooked in a shared simmering broth, a centerpiece of communal dining in East and Southeast Asian cuisines. It typically combines a base like sesame paste or soy sauce with aromatics such as garlic, scallions, and fresh herbs, along with chili oil and vinegar. Originating from China, it has become a beloved and interactive part of hot pot meals across the region.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This sauce is generally high in fat due to ingredients like sesame paste and chili oil, and it is also a significant source of sodium from soy sauce and fermented bean pastes. It provides minimal protein and carbohydrates, with its main nutritional contribution being fats and various minerals.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	250 kcal
Protein	4 g
Carbs	8 g
Fat	22 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	1200 mg
Calcium	120 mg
Iron	2 mg
Magnesium	40 mg
Potassium	150 mg
Manganese	0.5 mg
Phosphorus	80 mg
Vitamin B6	0.1 mg
Vitamin K	15 mcg

Per 1/2 cup (120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The true art of hot pot dipping sauce lies in its personalization; diners create unique blends at a communal condiment bar, reflecting individual taste and regional traditions. Nutritionally, while high in sodium and fat, ingredients like sesame paste offer minerals like calcium and magnesium, and fresh herbs provide antioxidants.