Ningxia “LahuHu” is a unique hot pot / skewer-style snack featuring a thick, rich red broth. The base is made by frying local chilies (like Pingluo chili), peanuts, cumin, sesame and spices, grinding them into a powder, and then simmering with stock to create a deeply flavorful, aromatic, and slightly numbing soup base. When the pot boils, the aroma of sesame and chili fills the air — smooth at first sip, then spicy and aromatic, evoking nostalgia and warmth. Once a humble street-side skewer snack — cheap, quick, and full of childhood memories — LahuHu has evolved into a cleaner, dine-in hotpot/串串 style that appeals to a broader audience.