Best Dishes at Lau Haa Hot Pot

Vegetables cook faster than you think—add them toward the end so they stay crisp

The mushrooms absorb the broth flavor beautifully; save them for near the end of your meal

These take only 2-3 minutes to cook in the broth; don't leave them too long or they'll split open

The plum gives a subtle tang that balances the richness of the pork

This is authentic Hong Kong comfort food for locals. Slice it as thin as possible and cook for only 10-15 seconds.

The texture is chewy but delicate; it's an acquired taste worth acquiring

This is the splurge item—cook each slice for only 5-10 seconds so it stays tender and rare inside

Dip it in the homemade sesame or peanut sauce after cooking for extra flavor

Order this as your soup base if you're unsure—it's a crowd-pleaser that pairs with everything

The broth deepens in flavor as you cook more ingredients in it; taste it at the start and again at the end