Chanko Nabe

Wow I asked Chatgpt who I call Bella to make me a recipe and it sounds pretty decent, may add a bit of udon or rice noodles separately but this is on point.

Animal-Based Chanko Nabe (Sumo Hot Pot)

Ingredients:

Protein:

1 lb chicken thighs, skin-on (cubed)
½ lb pork belly (sliced thin)
6 large shrimp (optional, peeled)
2 eggs (optional, boiled or poached)

Broth:

4 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon miso paste (optional for added umami)
1-2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari (adjust to taste)
1 tablespoon sake (optional)
1 tablespoon mirin (optional for sweetness)

Vegetables:

Bok choy or Napa cabbage (animal-based dieters may reduce the amount)
2-3 green onions (sliced)
½ lb mushrooms (shiitake or enoki)

Fats & Flavor:

1 tablespoon sesame oil (optional)
Garlic (minced, 2 cloves)
Ginger (1 tablespoon grated)

Instructions:

Prepare the Broth:

In a large pot, heat the chicken broth. Add miso paste (if using), soy sauce, sake, mirin, garlic, and ginger. Bring to a simmer, allowing the flavors to meld.

Cook the Proteins:

Add chicken thighs and pork belly to the simmering broth. Cook until tender, about 10-15 minutes. If you're adding shrimp or boiled eggs, add these towards the end of cooking for a few minutes.

Add Vegetables (if using):

Add bok choy or Napa cabbage, mushrooms, and green onions. Simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender. You can reduce the amount of plant-based ingredients to keep it more aligned with an animal-based diet.

Serve:

Once everything is cooked, serve the Chanko Nabe directly from the pot or transfer to bowls. For an animal-based approach, you can increase the protein portions and reduce the vegetable content.

Notes:

Feel free to use only animal products and broth if you're aiming for a stricter animal-based version.
Add extra fats like ghee or butter to increase caloric density.
This dish is adaptable and perfect for a nutrient-dense, one-pot meal. Let me know if you need more ideas!