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All-American WFPB Christmas Hot Pot

Catherine BarclayCatherine Barclay
A festive, plant-powered centerpiece that brings warmth and colour to the holiday table. This nourishing hot pot features a smoky miso-ginger broth, hearty root vegetables, vibrant greens, and protein-rich tofu, tempeh, and beans. Whole-grain noodles soak up the rich flavours, while jewel-like garnishes of pomegranate and cranberries add a seasonal sparkle. Cozy, wholesome, and entirely whole food plant-based—perfect for gathering family and friends around a steaming pot of holiday comfort.
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Course Main Course

Ingredients
  

Stock (broth) base

  • 8 cups low-sodium vegetable stock (broth)
  • 2 tbsp white miso paste
  • 2 tbsp tamari or low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 inch fresh ginger sliced. or a tbsp of grated frozen ginger
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

Vegetables

  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 1 cup kale chopped
  • 1 cup brussels sprouts halved
  • 1 cup carrot sliced into festive star shapes
  • 1 cup kumara (sweet potato) cubed
  • 1 cup mushrooms shiitake or cremini
  • 1 cup cauliflower florets
  • 1 cup corn kernels frozen or fresh
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes

Proteins & Hearty Elements

  • 1 block extra-firm tofu cubed
  • 1 cup tempeh slied thinly
  • 1 cup cooked black beans or kidney beans

Noodles

  • 8 oz whole grain soda noodles or brown rice noodles

Seasonal garnishes

  • fresh cranberries for decoration only
  • fresh parsley or coriander (cilantro)
  • pomegranate arils

Instructions
 

  • Prepare Broth
    In a large pot, bring vegetable broth to a simmer. Add miso, tamari, vinegar, garlic, ginger, and smoked paprika. Let simmer for 10 minutes to infuse flavours.
  • Add Root Vegetables
    Add sweet potatoes, carrots, and Brussels sprouts. Cook until tender (about 10–12 minutes).
  • Add Mushrooms & Greens
    Stir in mushrooms, cauliflower, kale, and spinach. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
  • Add Proteins
    Gently add tofu, tempeh, and beans. Let them warm through in the broth.
  • Cook Noodles Separately
    Boil soba or rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  • Assemble Hot Pot
    Place noodles in bowls, ladle hot broth and vegetables over the top

Holiday Table Presentation Ideas

  • Festive Garnish: Sprinkle pomegranate arils and fresh parsley over each bowl for a red-and-green Christmas look.
  • Cranberry Ring: Float a few whole cranberries in the serving pot for decoration (remove before eating).
  • Carrot Stars: Use small cookie cutters to shape carrots into stars or snowflakes before cooking.
  • Table Setting: Serve the hot pot in a large cast-iron Dutch oven or ceramic pot placed at the center of the table, surrounded by small bowls of toppings (extra beans, herbs, chili flakes).
  • Decor Touch: Place sprigs of pine or rosemary around the serving pot on the table for a natural, wintry aroma.
Keyword Hotpot, plant-based, vegan, wfpb, wholefood
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