Satisfy Your Cravings with Homemade Hot and Sour Soup

Experience the warmth and flavor of homemade Hot and Sour Soup, a must-try favorite.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 bowls

Course: APPETIZERS

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Broth

8 cups broth Use chicken or vegetable broth

For the Vegetables

8 ounces shiitake mushrooms Fresh or any variety
1 can bamboo shoots Can substitute fresh if available

For the Flavor

1/4 cup rice vinegar Key tangy ingredient
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce Keeps the dish savory
2 teaspoons ground ginger Fresh or ground for warmth
1 teaspoon chili garlic sauce Adjust based on spice preference

For Thickening

1/4 cup cornstarch Mix with water to form slurry

For Protein

2 large eggs Whisked and drizzled
8 ounces firm tofu Adds protein

For Garnishing

4 green onions Sliced for finishing
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil Adds a nutty flavor

For Seasoning

kosher salt To taste
white pepper To taste

Equipment

Large pot

Method

How to Make Hot and Sour Soup

In a large pot, bring 8 cups of chicken or vegetable broth to a gentle simmer.
Toss in 8 ounces of sliced shiitake mushrooms and 1 can of bamboo shoots.
Mix in 1/4 cup rice vinegar, 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce, 2 teaspoons of ground ginger, and 1 teaspoon of chili garlic sauce.
Blend 1/4 cup of cornstarch with water to form a slurry, then stir into the soup.
Slowly drizzle in 2 whisked eggs while continuously stirring.
Fold in 8 ounces of firm tofu cubes and 4 sliced green onions.
Pour in 1 teaspoon of toasted sesame oil, then season with kosher salt and white pepper to taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best texture and flavor. Adjust spice levels to your preference.

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