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Chinese Hot and Sour Soup

A delightful and comforting soup that combines spiciness and tanginess with a comforting base, perfect for a warming meal or as an appetizer for any Asian-inspired feast. This classic Chinese dish is easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, highlighting the balance of heat and sourness.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer, Soup
Cuisine Chinese
Servings 4 servings
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot
  • 1 Whisk
  • 1 Ladle
  • 1 Measuring cups
  • 1 Measuring spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 8 cups chicken or vegetable broth - for a vegetarian option
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce - adds flavor
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar - for sourness
  • 2 teaspoons white pepper - for heat
  • 1 cup mushrooms - sliced (adds texture and flavor)
  • 1/2 cup bamboo shoots - sliced (crunchy element)
  • 1 carrot - julienned (adds sweetness)
  • 1/2 cup cooked chicken - shredded (optional)
  • 2 large eggs - beaten (for richness)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch - to thicken
  • 2 tablespoons water - for cornstarch slurry
  • 2 green onions - chopped (for garnish)
  • cilantro - for garnish, optional

Instructions
 

  • In a large pot, bring the chicken or vegetable broth to a simmer over medium heat.
  • Add the mushrooms, bamboo shoots, carrot, and chicken to the pot, cooking for about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and white pepper, and let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry and add to the soup to thicken, stirring well.
  • Slowly drizzle the beaten eggs into the soup while stirring constantly to create ribbons.
  • Remove from heat and serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions and cilantro.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the level of spiciness based on your preference by adding more or less white pepper.
If you want a vegetarian version, replace chicken and egg with tofu. You can also add more vegetables like bok choy or broccoli for additional nutrition.
For a richer flavor, add a splash of soy sauce or sesame oil while serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 10gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
Keyword Chinese soup, hot and sour soup, Soup, spicy soup
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