He Yuqing picked up a slice of fatty beef from the spicy broth, forgoing the dipping sauce; she wanted to taste the base's true flavor.
The moment she took a bite, her eyes lit up. The aroma and spiciness of the broth created a marvelous sensation. The flavor seemed to explode in her mouth, compelling her to chew while leaving her eager for the next bite.
Still skeptical, she tried a bite of tripe. The fragrance of the broth, combined with the tripe's inherent crisp tenderness, made her mind go momentarily blank. All she wanted to do was savor the exquisite food.
This tallow-based spicy broth is fantastic!
After a pause, she tried the clear broth. It was unlike any she'd had at an ordinary hotpot restaurant; this one had a wholesome quality—not greasy or gamey, just incredibly smooth. It far exceeded her expectations.
She then tried the mushroom and tomato broths, and their flavors left her reeling for a long while.
