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Authentic Hot and Sour Soup (Chinese) in 10 Minutes

Hot and Sour Soup (Chinese)
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Enjoy this authentic Chinese Hot and Sour Soup recipe, packed with tofu, bamboo shoots, and egg. It’s a flavorful and warming appetizer perfect for any meal.

Ingredients

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  • 10 cups chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 block firm tofu, drained and cubed
  • 1 cup sliced bamboo shoots, drained
  • 1 cup sliced shiitake mushrooms
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • Salt and white pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, combine chicken broth, soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili garlic sauce, and sesame oil. Bring to a boil.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and water until smooth.
  3. Gradually stir the cornstarch mixture into the boiling broth. Cook, stirring, until the soup thickens.
  4. Add tofu, bamboo shoots, and shiitake mushrooms to the pot. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Slowly drizzle the beaten eggs into the simmering soup while gently stirring.
  6. Season with salt and white pepper to taste.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions.

Notes

  • For a spicier soup, add more chili garlic sauce.
  • You can substitute shiitake mushrooms with other mushrooms like cremini or button mushrooms.
  • If you prefer a thicker soup, increase the cornstarch slurry amount.

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