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Chinese Hot and Sour Soup

Cozy Chinese Hot and Sour Soup for Ultimate Comfort

Enjoy a comforting bowl of Chinese Hot and Sour Soup, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Broth
  • 6 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons black vinegar or rice vinegar for milder taste
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup shiitake mushrooms (sliced) can be replaced with cremini or button mushrooms
  • 1 cup bamboo shoots (julienned) use canned for convenience or swap with water chestnuts
  • 4 scallions green onions for garnish
For the Protein
  • 1 cup silken tofu cut into strips, can substitute with tempeh
  • 2 eggs beaten eggs
For the Seasoning and Thickening
  • 1 teaspoon white pepper adjust for spice preference
  • 1 tablespoon chili paste or dried chili for heat
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, pour in 6 cups of chicken broth and set it over medium-high heat. Allow to come to a rolling boil, about 5 minutes.
  2. Once boiling, add in 1 cup of sliced shiitake mushrooms and 1 cup of julienned bamboo shoots. Stir gently and reduce heat to medium, letting it simmer for 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of black vinegar, 1 teaspoon of white pepper, and 1 tablespoon of chili paste. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water. Gradually pour into the simmering broth while stirring constantly for 2 minutes.
  5. Lower the heat and crack 2 beaten eggs into the soup while gently stirring with a fork to create silky ribbons.
  6. Gently fold in 1 cup of silken tofu cut into strips. Let it simmer for another 2 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon of sesame oil. Ladle into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Perfect for busy weeknights. This soup is adaptable for various dietary preferences.

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