Chinese Hot Pot Equipment — Types and Selection (火锅器具)
National Chinese — regional variations
Chinese hot pot equipment reflects the diversity of hot pot traditions: the copper chimney pot (Beijing Mongolian style); the split Yin-Yang pot (yuan yang guo) for serving two broths simultaneously; the ceramic or clay single-pot (Cantonese and Jiangnan); the gas-powered portable induction burner; and the modern electric hot pot with temperature control. The vessel choice reflects cultural origin and desired experience.