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Hot and Sour Soup Recipe


  • Author: Foodlmo
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Savor the bold flavors of this comforting hot and sour soup, a perfect blend of spice and tang ideal for cozy evenings or family gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup boneless chicken or firm tofu
  • 1 cup fresh shiitake or wood ear mushrooms
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 3 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
  • Fresh cilantro (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients by chopping them into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large pot over medium heat, sauté minced garlic in oil until fragrant.
  3. Add broth and bring to a gentle boil.
  4. Stir in mushrooms, chicken (or tofu), and green onions; simmer for about 5-7 minutes until tender.
  5. Mix in rice vinegar, soy sauce, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper; adjust seasoning to taste.
  6. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: - For vegetarian options, use vegetable broth and substitute chicken with tofu. - Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of red pepper flakes. - Fresh ingredients enhance flavor; consider using seasonal vegetables.