Pin A hearty, budget-friendly hotpot featuring savory sausage, tender celery, and sweet apples, all simmered together for a comforting one-pot meal.
This dish quickly became a family favorite because of how easy it is to prepare and the comforting flavors all melded perfectly in one pot.
Ingredients
- Proteins: 1 lb (450 g) smoked or fresh sausages (such as pork, chicken, or turkey), sliced into thick rounds
- Vegetables & Fruit: 4 celery stalks, sliced 2 medium apples (Granny Smith or similar), cored and chopped 1 large onion, diced 2 medium carrots, sliced 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Pantry & Liquids: 2 tbsp olive oil 2 cups (480 ml) low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth 1 tbsp Dijon mustard 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar 1 tsp dried thyme 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste) 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Optional Garnishes: Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Heat olive oil in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the sausage slices and cook for 5–7 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned. Remove sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside.
- Step 2:
- In the same pan, add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Step 3:
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 4:
- Stir in the apples and return the sausage to the pan.
- Step 5:
- Add broth, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Step 6:
- Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender and flavors meld.
- Step 7:
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Step 8:
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
Pin We love gathering around the table to enjoy this warm hotpot especially during chilly evenings as it brings comfort and joy.
Required Tools
Large skillet or Dutch oven Wooden spoon Chefs knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons
Allergen Information
Contains May contain gluten (check sausage ingredients) mustard If using store-bought sausages verify for gluten and other allergens Always read labels if you have food allergies
Nutritional Information
Calories 370 Total Fat 22 g Carbohydrates 23 g Protein 17 g per serving
Pin This hotpot is perfect for busy weeknights when you want a wholesome meal ready quickly and with minimal cleanup.
Recipe Q&A
- → What type of sausage works best for this dish?
Any smoked or fresh sausage such as pork, chicken, or turkey works well. Choose based on your flavor preference and dietary needs.
- → Can I substitute the broth?
Yes, use either chicken or vegetable broth depending on your choice of sausage or dietary preference.
- → How do the apples affect the flavor?
Apples add a subtle sweetness and fresh crispness that balances the savory sausage and earthy vegetables.
- → Is it possible to make this dish vegetarian?
Absolutely. Replace sausage with plant-based alternatives and use vegetable broth to keep the flavor rich.
- → What makes this hotpot comforting and hearty?
The combination of rich sausage, tender vegetables, and warming spices slowly cooked together creates a satisfying, well-rounded meal.