FLYBYJING Spicy Vegan Sichuan Hot Pot Soup Base — Pack of 2, No MSG & Sugar Free, Concentrated Umami

Bring the bold, numbing heat of Sichuan hot pot to your table with this concentrated soup base. Each pack contains two pouches of richly spiced broth mix that dissolve in water to create a layered, umami-forward cooking broth without added MSG or sugar. Crafted by chef Jing Gao from traditional Sichuan aromatics, the base balances warming spices with bright peppercorn tingle so you can simmer meats, vegetables, and noodles in a deeply savory bath.

How quickly can I make a hot pot with this soup base?

You can have a piping-hot pot ready in just a few steps: combine the pouch with water, bring to a boil, then add ingredients. The concentrate is formulated to dissolve cleanly and season evenly, so you won’t need extra sauces to get a full-flavored broth.

• One pouch serves 2–3 people as a main broth.
• Mix with 2–3 liters of water depending on desired intensity.
• Boil, then simmer while adding proteins and veg.
• Adjust spice by diluting with more water or adding neutral broth.

What flavors and spices are in the Fire Hot Pot base?

The recipe layers classic Sichuan aromatics—ginger, star anise, and clove—with toasted chilies and Sichuan pepper extract for that signature mouth-tingle. The result is a complex heat profile with savory depth and aromatic warmth rather than one-note spice.

• Sichuan pepper extract for numbing, citrusy finish.
• Whole-spice notes: star anise, clove, and ginger.
• Toasted chili for sharp, lingering heat.
• Umami-rich base elements to enhance broths and dipping sauces.

Is this suitable for special diets and how should I use it?

Yes — the Fire Hot Pot base is vegan, sugar-free, and made without added MSG, making it compatible with many dietary preferences. Use it as the cooking broth for communal hot pot meals, or as a flavor booster for soups, stews, and noodle bowls.

• Vegan and free from added sugar and MSG.
• Works as a concentrated soup base or seasoning paste.
• Great for party-style hot pot, weeknight dinners, or batch cooking.
• Store unopened pouches in a cool, dry place; refrigerate after opening if partial use remains.

How do I control spice and serve a crowd?

You can tailor intensity by varying water ratio or pairing the spicy broth with a mild secondary pot. For mixed crowds, prepare two pots—one using the Fire Hot Pot base and another mild, clear broth—so guests can alternate and customize dipping sauces.

• Reduce heat by increasing water or adding neutral stock.
• Offer cooling sides like tofu, leafy greens, and starches to balance heat.
• Provide neutral dipping sauces (sesame, soy, or yogurt-based) for guests.
• Each pouch is ideal for small gatherings; combine pouches for larger groups.

Who is this for? Home cooks and hosts who want an authentic, chef-developed Sichuan hot pot experience without long prep or obscure pantry hunting. It suits adventurous eaters, vegan cooks, and anyone planning interactive dinners or easy, flavor-forward weeknight meals. If you like bold, multi-layered spice and the ritual of communal cooking, this concentrated Fire Hot Pot base delivers familiar Sichuan character with minimal fuss.

Ingredients

Vegetable oil, Pixian Broad Bean Paste (Chili, Broad Bean, Wheat Flour, Salt), Ginger, Garlic, Onion, Chili, Pepper, Cinnamon, Fennel, Star Anise, Thai Ginger, Amomum, Cardamom, Allspice, Herbs, Bay Leaf, Clove, Pepper Extract, Contains: Wheat