I wanted to make fondue tonight for dinner, so I started searching recipes for fondue. While searching for copycat Melting Pot recipes I found actual melting pot recipes. The recipes are from Fox 43 The Hampton Roads Show, which I believe is a news station near Virginia Beach. The show had a couple different Melting Pot managers make popular recipes from the restaurant. The Melting Pot is a fondue restaurant where you can go and have a fancy sit down dinner. The waiters make the different fondue courses in front of you and then you get to use the fondue forks to cook your own meats and veggies. There is a cheese fondue, salad, meat fondue, and then dessert fondue all very delicious. The restaurant is pricey, but they do use expensive ingredients to make the fondue. Anyway, now that I have explained the Melting Pot I can show you the recipes!
*You can use an electric fondue pot or a double boiler, which you can make by placing a mixing bowl (glass or metal) and a saucepan that the bowl will fit on top of. The two should fit tightly together because you don’t want a gap between the bowl and the saucepan. To use the double boiler, add water to the sauce pan and bring it to a simmer, then place the bowl on top and fill it with whatever you intend to cook or melt. I have an electric fondue pot so that is the method I will be using. To read more about using a double boiler click here.
The first one I made was the…
Cheddar Cheese Fondue
Ingredients:
- 8 ounces Sharp Wisconsin Cheddar Cheese, or regular Sharp Cheddar
- 3 ounces Emmenthaler Swiss Cheese, or regular Swiss
- 1/2 to 1 Can Domestic Beer, for the base
- 1 – 2 cloves freshly chopped garlic
- 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 Tablespoons flour
- 1 Tablespoon dry mustard powder
- Freshly Cracked Black Pepper to taste
Suggested Dippers:
- Broccoli
- Carrots
- Califlower
- Green Apples
- Any kind of bread you like that has a nice firm crust
I had to guess on the measurements while watching the video, but here is another version of the same recipe if you would like to try it.
Instructions:
Step 1: Bring the beer to a simmer in the electric fondue pot.
Step 2: Add the garlic and let simmer for a minute.
Step 3: Add the mustard powder and then add the cheeses a little at a time while stirring.
Step 4: Add Flour and stir until dissolved. Add the Worcestershire sauce and the cracked black pepper. Stir until nice and creamy.
Step 5: Dig in!
Next was the meat course:
Mojo Cooking Style Fondue
Ingredients:
- 5 1/4 cups vegetable broth or 5 1/4 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 cup orange juice, fresh-squeezed (about 1 orange)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning ( I used Ms. Dash Caribbean Citrus Seasoning)
- 2 tablespoons black pepper, cracked
- 2 tablespoons lime juice, fresh-squeezed (about 1/2 a lime)
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
Suggested Dippers for Cooking:
Raw Chicken, cubed
Raw Steak, cubed (Sirloin or Filet Mignon is tasty)
Raw Shrimp
Potatoes, cubed
Broccoli
Mushrooms
Carrots
*I seasoned my meat with salt and pepper before I cooked it in the fondue pot. Also REMEMBER to use separate plates for raw and cooked food.
Directions:
Step 1: Combine all the ingredients in a saucepan on the stove and bring to a boil.
Step 2: Transfer to the electric fondue pot. Or you can just throw all the meat into the saucepan and let it cook for 10 to 15 minutes until the meat is done.
Step 3: Use to cook beef, shrimp, chicken, mushrooms, potatoes, broccoli or anything else you can think of. The meat you are using is raw so make sure the meat is cooked all the way through, is no longer pink and has reached the correct temperature.
Finally the dessert:
I just melted almond bark for my chocolate fondue, but please check out this recipe and let me know what you think!
Flaming Turtle
Ingredients:
12 oz Milk Chocolate, chopped (or chocolate chips)
2 tbsp Heavy Cream or Water
¼ cup Caramel Ice Cream Topping
1 Tbsp Rum
3 Tbsp Pecans, chopped
Suggested Dippers:
Fresh Strawberries
Pineapple
Bananas
Pound cake
Brownies
Marshmallows
Cherries
Pretzels
Cheesecake
Graham Crackers
Step 1: Mix together chocolate and cream in electric fondue pot or in the top of a double boiler over simmering water. Heat until the chocolate is melted and smooth. Stir constantly. Remove from the high heat/stove and keep warm in a bowl or fondue pot on low heat.
Step 2: Add Caramel in the middle of the chocolate and do not stir.
Step 3: Add Rum and ignite carefully using a long wooden match or lighter (hence the name “Flaming” Turtle, but please be very careful!) Allow the flame to burn out and stir gently to combine.
Step 4: Sprinkle with pecans.
Step 5: Enjoy!
FAQs
Please choose one cheese fondue. Each cheese fondue comes with artisan breads and seasonal vegetables for dipping. Crisp romaine, bacon, shredded Parmesan, croutons, peppercorn ranch and Parmesan pine nuts. Enjoy a delicious salad featuring one of The Melting Pot's signature dressings.
What is the best cheese fondue at Melting Pot? ›
The Classic Alpine Fondue is a premium blend of fresh aged Gruyère, Raclette, & Fontina cheese, frozen fresh and imported. Smooth and creamy perfection with flavor that compliments any of your favorite dippers.
What kind of oil does melting pot use? ›
Our canola oil is cholesterol free and contains 0g of trans fat. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice, but calorie needs vary.
What is the best meat for fondue? ›
The best cuts of beef for fondue include top sirloin, ribeye, and tenderloin. Cut or slice the meat according to personal preference. Some prefer to slice steaks into long strips, while others cube the meat into small pieces. Prepare the fondue oil or broth according to the recipe's directions.
What vegetables are good for fondue? ›
Vegetables such as asparagus, broccoli, bell peppers, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, carrots, and zucchini are delicious if roasted first. Or steam some green beans, pearl onions, and radishes, or a variety of baby potatoes like Yukon Gold, fingerling, red, or purple.
What should you not do with fondue? ›
Fondue rules
You must not double dip, and never put your fork directly into your mouth. You can grab it off with just your teeth, but the best way is to slide it onto your plate and use a regular fork to eat it.
What to serve as an appetizer with fondue? ›
Accompaniments
- Cubed Bread.
- Apple Slices, Seedless Grapes.
- Grape Tomatoes.
- Roasted New Potatoes.
- Raw or Steamed Broccoli or Cauliflower.
- Sausage, Sliced Ham.
- Crackers, Pretzels, Chips.
Pretzels: Crispy pretzels or chewy pretzel bites add a fun texture to the fondue. Croutons: Store-bought or homemade croutons add a satisfying crunch. Bagel Chips: These crispy chips are perfect for scooping up cheesy fondue. Tortilla Chips: Add a Mexican flair to your fondue with tortilla chips.
What meat is good for cheese fondue? ›
If you're looking to add protein to this traditional dish, sausage is the best meat for fondue. Authentic sweet Italian sausage goes amazingly well with savory cheese. You can easily cut the sausage into smaller pieces, so it's easy to dip and enjoy.
Can you overcook cheese fondue? ›
3. Add a generous pinch each of pepper and nutmeg, and cook, stirring gently, until creamy and smooth, about 10 minutes; don't overcook the fondue or it will get stringy. Serve at once.
If the fondue has been over-cooked and the cheese is turning into hard lumps then adding a teaspoon or two of lemon juice should help to restore the texture. If the cheese has split and looks greasy but not lumpy then adding extra cornflour (cornstarch) will help to re-emulsify the mixture.
What do you wear to the melting pot? ›
Guys can go for slacks or nice jeans paired with a polo or a button-down shirt, and perhaps throw in a casual jacket if you want that extra touch of style. Ladies often lean towards a blouse and skirt or trousers combo, or a tasteful dress. You're not headed to the Oscars, so you don't need to be too extravagant.
What is the greatest melting pot? ›
America is the melting pot in which all the nations of the world come to be fused into a single mass and cast in a uniform mold.
What are some examples of melting pot? ›
The melting pot concept is most commonly used to describe the assimilation of immigrants to the United States, though it can be used in any context where a new culture comes to coexist with another. In recent times, refugees from the Middle East have created melting pots throughout Europe and the Americas.
What sauces do they serve at Melting Pot? ›
Fondue Entrée Sauces
- Green Goddess. (51 cal per serving) Cream cheese, sour cream, onions, chives and parsley. ...
- Gorgonzola Port. (80 cal per serving) Rich and robust cheese sauce. ...
- Teriyaki Glaze. (21 cal per serving) ...
- Yogurt Curry. (81 cal per serving) ...
- Ginger Plum. (33 cal per serving) ...
- Garlic Dijon Butter. (112 cal per serving)
Fruit: Strawberries, bananas, oranges, kiwi, pineapple, raspberries, blueberries, apple slices, cherries, grapes, and dried fruit like apricots. Pastries: Waffles, pancakes, churros, doughnuts, croissants, and marshmallows. Biscuits and Cookies: Shortbread, digestives, gingerbread, and ladyfingers.
What cheeses are good at the melting pot? ›
The best cheese for fondue is a buttery, creamy cheese that melts smoothly.
- The best all-around cheeses for fondue are fontina, Gruyère, and gouda. ...
- For classic Swiss cheese fondue (meaning one like what you would find in Switzerland), a mix of traditional, firm mountain-style cheeses is best.
