Rating: 5.00
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Chinese Spicy And Sour Soup

December 26, 2024

A delectable balance of heat and tang, Chinese Spicy and Sour Soup is a perfect appetizer or main dish, made with a medley of mushrooms, tofu, and bamboo shoots infused with the spicy and sour flavors of soy sauce and vinegar.

Chinese Spicy And Sour Soup

5 from 1 vote
A delectable balance of heat and tang, Chinese Spicy and Sour Soup is a perfect appetizer or main dish, made with a medley of mushrooms, tofu, and bamboo shoots infused with the spicy and sour flavors of soy sauce and vinegar.
Servings 1 people
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth use low-sodium for a healthier option
  • 1 cup mushrooms sliced, use shiitake or wood ear mushrooms
  • 1 cup firm tofu cut into cubes
  • 1/2 cup bamboo shoots julienned
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce use light soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar to add sourness
  • 1 tablespoon chili paste adjust to taste for heat
  • 1 teaspoon white pepper adds spicy notes
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons of water
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 2 tablespoons green onions chopped, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • In a large pot, bring the chicken or vegetable broth to a simmer over medium heat.
  • Add the sliced mushrooms, cubed tofu, and julienned bamboo shoots to the pot and cook for 5-7 minutes until the mushrooms are somewhat tender.
  • Stir in soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili paste, and white pepper. Adjust seasonings to taste.
  • Mix the cornstarch with water to form a slurry, then gradually add it to the soup, stirring continuously until the soup slightly thickens.
  • Remove the pot from heat and slowly pour the beaten egg into the soup while stirring gently to form egg ribbons.
  • Garnish with chopped green onions before serving hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 14gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 980mgPotassium: 340mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg
Calories: 220kcal
Meal Type: Soup
Cuisine: Chinese
Keyword: chinese cuisine, soups, spicy dishes
Cooking Method: Boiled
Time: 30-45 Min
Level: Easy

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  1. 5 stars
    This soup is incredible! I made it last night and everyone loved it. Definitely a keeper.

5 from 1 vote

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