Cultures/Japanese/shabu-shabu
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shabu-shabu

Shabu-shabu is a Japanese hot pot dish featuring thinly sliced meat and vegetables cooked quickly in boiling broth and dipped in flavorful sauces. It emphasizes communal dining and fresh, high-quality ingredients, embodying the Japanese culinary philosophy of harmony and seasonality.

8 ingredients
umamisavoryfreshlightslightly tangy
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Last updated 4/1/2026

Originating in Japan in the mid-20th century, shabu-shabu was inspired by Chinese hot pot dishes but adapted to Japanese tastes and ingredients, becoming a popular winter meal emphasizing simplicity and freshness.

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