shabu-shabu

Japanese Name

しゃぶしゃぶ

shabushabu

Description

Shabu-shabu is a Japanese hot pot dish where thin slices of meat and vegetables are briefly cooked by swishing them in a pot of boiling broth. The cooked ingredients are then dipped in sauces before eating. It is a popular, interactive meal often enjoyed with family or friends.

Shabu-shabu originated in Japan in the 20th century, inspired by Chinese hot pot dishes. The name comes from the “swish-swish” sound made when the ingredients are moved in the hot broth. It became popular in Japan during the 1950s–1960s, particularly as a restaurant dish, and spread across the country as a communal, interactive meal.
Today, shabu-shabu is enjoyed both at restaurants and at home, and it is a popular way to eat thinly sliced beef or pork with seasonal vegetables.

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