Chinese Hot Pot

[GooseHinson]

I laugh at your feeble "spicy chicken broth"! Hahahaha Balsamic vinegar and crushed red pepper? That's pathetic compare to the authentic Szechuan hot pot broth. As for your chicken broth, add couple sprigs of green onion in there.

[cmtoy]

@GooseHinson I'm pleased you are easily amused! After you're done laughing, perhaps you can share you own version for others to comment on as you have. Thanks for the suggestion about the green onions and for watching!

[GooseHinson]

@cmtoy Well sir, Try this one on for size! Authentic Chinese stuff here:

/watch?v=SN2_5IQOjpw

[cmtoy]

@GooseHinson Thanks for sharing! She shares an excellent recipe. Did you notice that early on she says that viewers can adjust the spiciness and ingredients? People can make recipes their own by changing them. After all, all recipes were made up at some point in the past. As I took the time to read through the wonderful comments from viewers, I was disappointed to read some comments that were not very respectful and even belittled her recipe as not being authentic...poor form don't you agree?

[GooseHinson]

@cmtoy I agree that people who make disrespectful remarks on her video are out of line. Because her recipe is authentic to somewhat authentic and quality is very good. I am sorry that I hurt your feelings, but balsamic vinegar and a tablespoon of crushed red pepper in your broth is just nowhere near the flavor and spiciness of that girl's recipe. Just a little constructive criticism and it was done in jest.

[cmtoy]

@GooseHinson Apology accepted, but unnecessary! It isn't about feelings as much as quality of conversation. There's no way to start an interesting or constructive conversation around the kind of comment you opened with. In contrast ,your suggestion to add green onions was constructive, as was sharing the video. Had you said you like it hotter and described how you make it, I would have thanked you for the advice! Even better would have been a video of how YOU do it so much better! make sense?

[GooseHinson]

@cmtoy You take yourself too seriously, come on, get over it. LOL My initial comment was just being honest, no disrespect intended. I honestly think what I wrote. Maybe your "spicy chicken broth" is good enough for you. Maybe you're not concern with authenticity or what not. To each his own.

[cmtoy]

@GooseHinson No worries! Thanks for the conversation, and for watching!

[WhoYouCantSee]

THIS is just sad....nothing not even a far cry compared to the real chinese or korean dish...

[cmtoy]

@WhoYouCantSee As the Joker asked...Why so sad? Give it a try and then let me know how you can improve it. But...thanks for watching anyway!

[MattSniper117]

I suggest using satay sauce for dipping your food

[inorganicgrain]

can you speak chinese?

[cmtoy]

@inorganicgrain Just enough to get myself in trouble! Thanks for watching!

[inorganicgrain]

@cmtoy what trouble?

i see you always speak about chinese foood and i thaught that you speak chinese

[DJZmusicproductions]

Where can I find a pot like that??

[cmtoy]

@DJZmusicproductions You can find them at an Asian grocery store and sometines at a department store. I've also seen them on eBay.

[R3fLeCt3D]

so this is not for family dinner lets say 4-5 people more of 1-2 people... since its only 1 pot and if u want 5 people to all put their food in the broth and its going to have too much stuff in it and people wouldnt be able to pick up what they've put in there since its be all mixed up, and u cant do it separate since, it will mean other people will have to wait till urs stuff is cooked correct?

[cmtoy]

@R3fLeCt3D The size hotpot I'm using is good for four people. When I teach or entertain larger groups I use two or more hotpots. You'll also notice that the pot is a "yin and yang" style pot with two compartments. You can put several people's ingredients in at the same time and share! Thanks for watching and posting your question!

[cnuques]

It's impossible not liking you !!! GODDAMN IT !!!

Great and Easy recipes ...LOVE IT !!!

Thank you very much.

[cmtoy]

@cnuques You're very welcome! I appreciate the positive feedback. Thanks for watching!

[jjsmithlala2]

man i love how your so positive even though people are negative about your videos :3

[cmtoy]

@jjsmithlala2 Aren't you glad you're not weighed down by negative people's comments? I appreciate your positive one! Thanks for watching!

[Shanor909]

Highly reccomended....Use Bak Kut Teh for a soup for hot pot...Especially A1 brand

[brightfutures4me]

@Shanor909 Thanks for the recommendation! I'll have to try it. Thanks for watching too!

[Guleimbesat]

i have the strange urge to go out of my house and buy everything to cook, just to eat this o.o but i have finals to study for T^T why me?

[brightfutures4me]

@Guleimbesat Well, study hard for a few hours then take a break and go shopping. Come back and study hard for a few more hours, then take a break to eat hotpot! You'll study better with a couple breaks and a full stomach! Good luck with finals and thanks for watching!

[Guleimbesat]

@brightfutures4me thanks XD now charge!!!! -study mode with egg rolls and snacks- >3

[brightfutures4me]

@Guleimbesat yum! chow down and study!

[ithrowyoucatch]

it is so unauthentic

[cmtoy]

@ithrowyoucatch Oh my! Interesting comment. As I tell my students, cook first, then judge for your own tastes. Have you tried the recipe? If not, do give it a go and THEN please share how your cooking came out for you! Thanks for watching though!

[ithrowyoucatch]

@cmtoy i didn't say your recipe is not good, i'm just saying it is not authentic.

[cmtoy]

@ithrowyoucatch Remember that as some time in the past every recipe was made up by someone, and every culture/region/family/individu­al has their own recipe. A recipe or technique may not be familiar to you, but that does not make it less authentic to the creators. Perhaps you have recipes of your own to share?

[MeIzKatrina]

I love asian culture in their foods, its so rich and creative, I've tried a lot of your recepies and even tweaked them to my own personal liking a bit Lol i LOVE making asian foods of all different kinds, just the rich flavors that they bring out has all my friends wanting me too cook for them lol. Thanks for making all of your awesome videos :) I've learned a lot from you, and please start posting more videos of cooking, all of your fans and subscribers love them :D Have a nice day!

[cmtoy]

@MeIzKatrina I appreciate the positive comments! Glad to hear you've tried and enjoyed the recipes. And, of course, thanks for watching!

[sz218]

Fail Hotpot.

[cmtoy]

@sz218 That's what's so great about food and cooking...everyone can choose whether to enjoy or not enjoy it, and have their own experience without judging other's tastes. Thanks for watching and I do hope you enjoy your hotpot without rice...give it a try with rice anyway!

[asuka33221109]

ahhh I love hot pot :D

[cmtoy]

@asuka33221109 Me too! Thanks for watching!

[Ub3rUs3rSup3rb]

Asian dishes are so creative! I've actually tried the 'swish' thing before in a Chinese restaurant back 6 years ago.

[cmtoy]

@Ub3rUs3rSup3rb True! There's lots of creativity in all cuisines I think. Even the British have lots of ways to overcook their food! ;-) Thanks for watching!

[yaboylildipset]

@cmtoy over lol

[cmtoy]

@bumnus The hot pot I used is sitting on an electric hotplate. The broth is boiling before I start putting ingredients into it. Thanks for watching!

[MrBastiful]

So basically this is the chinese version of Fondue?

How much is such a hot pot?

[cmtoy]

@MrBastiful Hmmm...maybe Fondue is the Swiss version of Chinese Hotpot! There's quite a price range for the hotpots depending on whether the type of pot, heating sources, metal used, etc. I've seen lightweight ones to be used on a separate hot plate for as little as $10.00 USD. Self contained heavy duty stainless with a built in electric element can run as high as $100. Looking on the internet is lots of fun, although time consuming. Thanks for your questions and for watching!

[cmtoy]

@bumnus Hi! The hotpot is electric. thanks for asking and for watching!

[musefan258]

badass vids bro :D

[jocvae]

Nice , I love it most

it's called 火煱 in Chinese

and 打邊爐 in Cantonese!

[cmtoy]

Thanks for watching! Is that the character for fire in the Chinese?

[thatbastardson]

do more vids! lovin it!

[cmtoy]

When I can catch up to my cameraman! Thanks for watching.

[blackmondae]

Chinese food easily understood!

Thank you Mr Toy!

[cmtoy]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching!

[TheBadapel]

yo i want u to make me ramen noodles

[iUnitedpk]

He makes um REAL good XD

[cmtoy]

And you can too! thanks for watching.

[cmtoy]

Yo! Watch the Ramen videos and You can make your own now! ;-) Thanks for watching.

[blogegog]

Yay! CMToy is back!

[cmtoy]

yes..for now! thanks for watching. Did you try it out yet?

[shortygirl0007]

This video was AMAZING. Thank you so much. You have inspired me to cook and try out new receipts. Do you still remember me?

[cmtoy]

Of course I remember you! So have you tried it out yet? Thanks for watching.

[shortygirl0007]

@cmtoy your welcome. I really do enjoy watching your cooking videos. I haven't tried this receipt yet cause I've been busy. Over the break I will probably try it.

[killerwalrus11]

ooo looks good awesome as always :)

[cmtoy]

It is! Try it out. Thanks for watching!

[Neropatti]

This makes me very hungry. An inspirational video!

[cmtoy]

Any excuse to eat good food! Thanks for the feedback and for watching.

[Shadow9808]

Wow, I'm happy to see a brand new installment! Thank you for posting, I love these cooking leasons!

[cmtoy]

You're most welcome and thank you for watching!

[bexybom]

Once again an amazing video, which I must try!! :) See you next time.

Becky x

[cmtoy]

Hi Becky x! Thanks for watching. And do let us know how it comes out after you try it!

[MrJingjong]

Great video! I submitted a video response of our Shabu Shabu and Kani Miso party. Thanks for sharing. I love hotpot!

[cmtoy]

Hi MrJingjong! Thanks for the Shabu Shabu and Miso party.  And thanks for watching!

[tommie314101]

where the tastes of the left and the right side in balance? :D

[cmtoy]

Hi tommie314101! But of course! Actually the hot and sour side could have been hotter. So make a note to add two tablespoons of red pepper. Thanks for watching!

[happycoook12]

I love Hot pot! Thxs so much for doing this video!

My favorite things to cook in hot pot are udon noodles, shrimp, fishball, & squid! YUMMY!!!

[cmtoy]

Yes, it is awesome! Thanks for watching!

[anarchydemon1337]

Oh mi gawd, you gotta post more.

[cmtoy]

*laughing* Oh my gawd...I need more hours in the day! Thanks for watching!

[laosempress]

I would like to buy the pot itself, where would I find one?

[cmtoy]

Yeah, the pot is pretty cool. There's a store in San Francisco call the wok shop. You can order one from them. You can also find them on Ebay. Most have a straight divider. I had to look around for the curved yin yang pot. I bought the one in the video from a department store in Japan. I managed to fi tin into my carry on bag for the flight home! Thanks for watching!

[LazyLimonada]

dude! you have to post videos more often lol I'm always like who the hell is cmtoy when I see my subscriptions lol but yayy youre back!

[cmtoy]

Sometimes I forget who I am! Hey, thanks for watching.

[NoodleBees]

ur back :) ya... i cant wait for more videos

[NoodleBees]

i meant your cooking stuff is back:) oops. Your other videos are good too... but i LOVE FOOD

[cmtoy]

I knew what you meant. Thanks for watching!

[hoji808]

Nice one :D looks very delicious!

[cmtoy]

It is! Thanks for watching!

[xXxxNejiXTenTenxxXx]

Once Again with Another Great Dish! :]

I Love The Video's Keep' em up! :]

[Kr4zi4ur0mg]

In cantonese it's called Dah- bean- low.

[SorrowNight]

Couldn't have said it myself.

[rebornramen]

wish you made more videos

[6663000]

That looks awesome, your videos are always great.

Can I come live with you guys for a while, I will eat like 10 meals a day :P

Does ketchup and soya really taste like hoisin ?!?

[cmtoy]

I think it does. Many recipes for homemade hoisin sauce include ketchup and soy. I just simplified it to two parts ketchup and one part soy sauce. Give it a try! You can add honey, peanut butter, or pepper to change the flavor, but the basic flavors are soy and ketchup! Thanks for watching!

[MiSTAAAHMEK]

Ketchup was invented in china? wow i didnt know that

[nickferrandino]

looks good keep it up buddy

[cmtoy]

Thanks for the feedback and thanks for watching!

[damienjameszimbrick]

this looks really good

[cmtoy]

It tastes even better. It's a great winter dish. Everyone gathers round and enjoys the hot soup. The spicier the soup the hotter the party! Thanks for watching!

[AzenCow]

thats badass

[cmtoy]

Is badass good? Thanks for watching!

[AzenCow]

very good. awesome vid!

[pat90]

yes badass is good

[cmtoy]

so goodass must be bad?  ;-)

[AzenCow]

i laughed! lol

[cmtoy]

Glad I could amuse you! Laughing is badass.

[AzenCow]

Man, Cmtoy, your so awesome, you should have way more subscribers, and i made your california roll today....it was AWESOME!!!