★★★☆☆
A bit too mild for 'fire'
The flavor is good, but for a 'fire hot pot' base, I expected a higher spice level overall.
Fly By Jing
Fire Hot Pot Base
$23.00
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- Electrify your tastebuds with authentic Sichuan Ma La
- Craft authentic hot pot, stir-fries, or marinades
- Enjoy a clean, plant-based, MSG-free base
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About this item
A spicy, tingly, complex base for building a fire hot pot at home. Spiced with a warming medley of ginger, star anise, and clove and rounded out with Sichuan Pepper extract to electrify your tastebuds. • Customizable and versatile • Super flavorful but not over the top spicy • No MSG, sugar-free, and vegan
Specifications
| Usage | Hot pot base, versatile for stir-fries & marinades |
|---|---|
| Spice Level | High, Sichuan Ma La (Tingly & Spicy) |
| Container Size | 8.8 oz (250 g) |
| Flavor Profile | Spicy, Tingly, Complex with Ginger & Star Anise |
| Key Ingredients | Sichuan Pepper Extract, Ginger, Star Anise, Clove |
| Dietary Features | Vegan, No MSG, Sugar-Free |
Customer reviews
What customers say: Praised for complex, nuanced ginger and star anise flavors with a distinct tingly spice. Some wish for more intense heat or find it slightly oily.
★★★★★
So much flavor!
This hot pot base brings fantastic ginger and star anise notes; truly complex and delicious.
★★★★★
Perfect for homemade hot pot nights
We used this for a family hot pot dinner, and everyone loved the depth of flavor. It's surprisingly versatile too, I've even used it to marinate some tofu. The vegan aspect is a huge bonus for our household.
★★★★☆
Good tingle, a little oily
The Sichuan pepper extract gives a great tingly kick without being overly spicy. It's quite rich, though; could be a bit less oily for my preference.