Description
Hot and Sour Soup is a delightful culinary experience that combines spicy and tangy flavors, making it an excellent addition to any meal. This Easy 20-min. Hot and Sour Soup is perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests at gatherings with its robust taste profile. Featuring a medley of mushrooms, soft tofu, and fresh vegetables in a savory broth, this dish is both hearty and satisfying. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s the ideal solution for busy weeknights or last-minute meal ideas. Whether enjoyed as a stand-alone dish or paired with sides like steamed rice or spring rolls, this soup promises to elevate your dining experience with authentic Asian flavors.
Ingredients
- Chicken stock (low sodium)
- Soy sauce
- Sesame oil
- Shiitake mushrooms
- Seafood mushrooms
- Carrots
- Green onions
- Soft tofu
- Eggs
- Cornstarch
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with cold water to create a slurry.
- In a medium pot, heat chicken stock and season with soy sauces, sesame oil, sugar, and bouillon powder.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and add shiitake mushrooms, carrots, seafood mushrooms, and optional red chili.
- Gently stir in soft tofu.
- Slowly add the cornstarch slurry while stirring until the soup thickens.
- Pour in beaten eggs while stirring to create ribbons.
- Adjust seasoning with vinegar, salt, and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Customize spice levels by adjusting red chili amounts. Use fresh ingredients for optimal flavor and texture. For vegetarian options, substitute chicken stock with vegetable broth.