It is regarded as a healthy dish because when the thin meat is dipped in hot water, it melts the extra fats. This dish is prepared in various regions and their ingredients may be different as per the preference of the people of that region. Shabu shabu meat is very thin sliced. Pork, lamb or chicken can be used as meat in shabu shabu. Since meat is the most important ingredient in Shabu shabu, it should be fresh and should be purchased from certified supplier.