Having realized I lived in China for around six months without eating 
hotpot, I decided we should eat hotpot before we left the country.  We 
went to a reputable chain, Dollar Hot Pot.  <br /> The bulk of our order 
is shown in this picture: regular hotpot broth (center), tofu sheets 
(top-right), mixed leafy vegetables) (cabbage, spinach, and something 
else) (top-left), and lamb rib rolls (left).  The standard sauce in the 
square plate at left was a pleasing mix that included soy and something 
herby.  (It wasn't complex but I forget the details.)  As for the sauces 
at the bottom, see the next picture.