{"id":8894,"date":"2026-02-04T17:00:43","date_gmt":"2026-02-04T09:00:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/yuartheworld.com\/?p=8894"},"modified":"2026-01-18T19:53:27","modified_gmt":"2026-01-18T11:53:27","slug":"haidilao","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/yuartheworld.com\/en\/haidilao\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Must-Order Dishes and 3 Signature Sauces Only Haidilao Pros Know!"},"content":{"rendered":"

One of my coworkers is a true Haidilao superfan. No matter the season\u2014spring, summer, fall, or winter\u2014she shows up at least once a week. This winter, I tagged along with her a few times and finally realized that what makes Haidilao so appealing isn\u2019t just the food or the service. Mixing your own sauce at the condiment bar\u2014and earning everyone\u2019s approval for it\u2014turns out to be a huge part of the experience.<\/p>\n

Haidilao is famous for its over-the-top service\u2014game rooms, manicures, massage chairs, Sichuan opera face-changing performances, plus unlimited sweet soups, fruit, and cold appetizers\u2014so I won\u2019t dwell on those. What I want to recommend today are the dishes you can eat again and again without getting tired of, along with the signature sauces that somehow get stolen every single time.<\/p>\n

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\u25e6 5 Must-Order Dishes at Haidilao<\/span><\/h6>\n

These five dishes have become our regular lineup. No matter how the menu changes each time we visit Haidilao, they always end up on the table.<\/p>\n

01\uff5cRice Cake in Brown Sugar<\/h6>\n

My personal number one isn\u2019t a premium ingredient or a hot pot item\u2014it\u2019s this traditional Sichuan snack. It\u2019s also a common dessert at local hot pot restaurants, and honestly, it\u2019s the main reason I keep coming back to Haidilao. Made with glutinous rice, brown sugar, and roasted soybean powder, these rice cakes are crispy on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside. Dip them into the thick brown sugar syrup and eat them while they\u2019re hot\u2014it\u2019s seriously addictive. If you want to level it up with a hidden-style combo, grab a few scoops of ice cream and turn it into an \u201cHot-and-cold Rice Cake in Brown Sugar\u201d dessert. Highly recommended.<\/p>\n

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02\uff5cSilver Thread Rolls<\/h6>\n

My second pick still isn\u2019t a hot pot ingredient\u2014it\u2019s the silver thread rolls, rich with buttery and wheat aromas. If Haidilao ever decided to sell these snacks separately, I\u2019d probably drop by for takeout every other week. The rolls have a dense, satisfying texture with a lightly crisp, toasted surface. That subtle char brings out the milkiness and wheat fragrance even more. Dip them in condensed milk and eat them while they\u2019re hot\u2014it\u2019s pure comfort food at its finest.<\/p>\n

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03\uff5cTender Beef Slices<\/h6>\n

The tender beef slices are a must-order every time\u2014they\u2019re one of Haidilao\u2019s signature dishes. Made from Australian beef chuck tender, the meat goes through multiple steps: removing sinew, marinating, and gently kneading with egg white. The result is a silky, tender texture that stays soft even after simmering. My favorite way to enjoy it is in the spicy Sichuan hot pot\u2014cook for no more than five minutes, then scoop it out. Even without dipping sauce, the flavor is already amazing.<\/p>\n

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04\uff5cTender Pork Aorta<\/h6>\n

Pork aorta\u2014commonly called \u201chuanghou\u201d\u2014is a classic ingredient in Sichuan hot pot. At first, I didn\u2019t quite get it; I thought it had almost no flavor. But after a friend showed me the proper way to cook it, I realized I had underestimated it. Huanghou pairs best with a spicy, numbing hot pot base. When cooking, just dip it back and forth in the boiling broth for a few seconds until it changes color, then scoop it out immediately. The goal is to enjoy that perfectly crisp, chewy texture. Dipped into bold, flavorful sauces\u2014like a mix of garlic, chili, oyster sauce, and scallions\u2014it becomes absolutely addictive.<\/p>\n

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05\uff5cTofu Skin<\/h6>\n

For tofu skin to be truly delicious, it needs more than just a rich bean flavor\u2014it has to soak up the broth\u2019s aroma perfectly. Haidilao\u2019s tofu skin nails it, the texture is firm and satisfying, and it pairs well with any sauce. It may look unassuming, but every time it hits the table, it mysteriously disappears first.<\/p>\n

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\u25e6 Haidilao\u2019s 3 Signature Sauces<\/span><\/h6>\n

Haidilao\u2019s sauce bar is famous for its variety. Although each visit adds an extra NT$50 per person, we always go for it. There\u2019s something incredibly satisfying about mixing your own \u201csoul sauce\u201d and getting everyone\u2019s praise! Here are three highly recommended sauces that are often asked about for their exact ratios.<\/p>\n

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01\uff5cStaff-Ranked #2 Sauce<\/h6>\n

This sauce was spotted on Melody, the owner of Icon\u2019s IG, and it\u2019s said to have ranked second in Haidilao\u2019s internal staff competition. It\u2019s salty, sweet, and savory with a punch of garlic\u2014honestly, it\u2019s delicious with just about anything.
\n\nMixing ratio: 2 tsp minced garlic, \u00bd tsp crushed peanuts, \u00bd tsp sugar, \u2153 tsp oyster sauce, \u2153 tsp chili oil<\/p>\n

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02\uff5cAll-Purpose Sauce<\/h6>\n

This sauce is adapted from the favorite recipe of Korean pro gamer Faker. Since we didn\u2019t see any minced onions on a few visits, we increased the chili powder for extra kick\u2014it\u2019s perfect for those who love bold flavors!
\nMixing ratio: 3 tsp soy sauce, 1 tsp minced garlic, 1 tsp oyster sauce, 1 tsp chopped scallions, \u00bd tsp chili powder<\/p>\n

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03\uff5cSecret Dry Dip<\/h6>\n

The dry dip is a Sichuan-Chongqing-style spice blend\u2014numbing, spicy, and aromatic. It pairs perfectly with meats and offal.
\nMixing ratio: 1 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp white pepper, 1 tsp white sesame, 1 tsp crushed peanuts, 1 tsp salt<\/p>\n

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