Discover the bold flavors of Authentic Chinese Hot and Sour Soup with this easy recipe! This delicious soup combines spicy, tangy, and savory ingredients like mushrooms, tofu, and vinegar, creating a perfect balance of flavors. Ideal for a warming appetizer or a light meal, it’s quick to make and packed with satisfying ingredients. Follow our step-by-step guide to bring the taste of this popular Chinese dish right into your kitchen!
Authentic Chinese Hot and Sour Soup Recipe: Spicy, Tangy, and Delicious
Difficulty: Novice2
servings15
minutes230
kcalIngredients
500ml of chicken broth
100g of firm tofu, cubed
50g of shiitake mushrooms, sliced
1 medium carrot, julienned
50g of bamboo shoots, sliced
1 tablespoon of soy sauce
1 tablespoon of rice vinegar
2 teaspoons of cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons of water
2 tablespoons of chopped green onions
1 teaspoon of sesame oil
1 teaspoon of white pepper
1 egg, lightly beaten
Directions
- In a saucepan, bring the chicken broth to a simmer over medium heat.
- Add the cubed tofu, sliced shiitake mushrooms, julienned carrot, and bamboo shoots to the broth. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and white pepper, and let it simmer for another 2 minutes.
- Mix the cornstarch and water to form a slurry, then gradually stir it into the soup to thicken.
- Slowly pour the beaten egg into the soup while stirring gently to create egg ribbons.
- Remove from heat and stir in the sesame oil and chopped green onions.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot.
Notes
- Macros:
Total Calories: 230kcal
Carbs: 20g
Proteins: 25g
Fats: 10g
