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Hot and Sour Soup

Irresistibly Easy Hot and Sour Soup You’ll Crave Daily

This Hot and Sour Soup combines zesty and savory flavors for a comforting meal that's quick to prepare and packed with healthy ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Broth
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock create a flavorful base
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce adds savory depth
  • 3 tablespoons rice vinegar delivers signature sour kick
  • 1 teaspoon white pepper offers unique warmth
For the Soup
  • 1 block firm tofu cubed
  • 1 cup shiitake mushrooms sliced
  • 1 can bamboo shoots drained
For the Finish
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce adds spicy kick
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil provides fragrant finish
  • 2 tablespoons green onions chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Hot and Sour Soup
  1. In a large pot, combine 4 cups of chicken or vegetable stock and place it over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer, which should take about 5 minutes.
  2. Whisk in 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 3 tablespoons of rice vinegar, and 1 teaspoon of white pepper until fully combined. Simmer for another minute to allow the flavors to meld.
  3. Gently stir in the cubed firm tofu, sliced shiitake mushrooms, and drained bamboo shoots. Allow to simmer for 3-4 minutes until mushrooms soften and tofu warms.
  4. Reduce heat to low, then slowly drizzle in 2 beaten large eggs while gently stirring. Cook until eggs form delicate ribbons, about 1-2 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon of chili garlic sauce and 1 teaspoon of sesame oil. Garnish with 2 tablespoons of chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover hot and sour soup in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. For longer storage, freeze portions in individual containers for up to 3 months. Reheat gently on the stovetop and adjust seasoning as needed.

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