Wash all ingredients thoroughly and cut them into bite-sized pieces.
Heat cooking oil in a pot and stir-fry minced garlic, mala sauce, and Sichuan peppercorns.
Pour in water or broth and bring to a boil.
Once boiling, add the prepared ingredients and hotpot noodles (noodles, glass noodles, etc.).
When the ingredients are cooked, season to taste with salt or extra mala sauce as desired.
Serve in a bowl to finish.