Hot and Sour Soup Recipe

Name: Hot and Sour Soup Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 4 cups chicken (or vegetable broth); 1/2 cup bamboo shoots (sliced); 1/2 cup shiitake mushrooms (sliced); 1/2 cup firm tofu (cubed); 1/4 cup rice vinegar; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon chili paste; 1 teaspoon white pepper; 2 tablespoons cornstarch (mixed with 2 tablespoons water); 2 eggs (lightly beaten); 2 green onions (sliced); 1 tablespoon sesame oil

Enjoy a bowl of flavorful hot and sour soup, packed with tofu, mushrooms, and bamboo shoots. Perfect for a comforting and tangy dinner.

Hannah Lee

|August 8, 2024

A bowl of hot and sour miso soup with tofu, mushrooms, and sliced green onions, placed on a cloth napkin. A wooden spoon and a small bowl are in the background. Perfect for those looking for an easy soup recipe!

Home > Recipes > Appetizers

A bowl of miso soup with tofu cubes, mushrooms, green onions, and bok choy sits on a marble surface. A white cloth is placed to the left of the bowl— a comforting twist for your favorite Hot and Sour Soup recipe.

Hot and Sour Soup Recipe

Hannah Lee

A flavorful and tangy soup, perfect for a comforting dinner on cooler evenings.

No ratings yet

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Meal Type Appetizers, Dinner

Cuisine Chinese

Servings

Calories 2086 kcal

Difficulty Easy

Ingredient Cost $8

Shopping Cost$28

Equipment

Large pot
Knife
Cutting board
Whisk

Ingredients

4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
½ cup bamboo shoots sliced
½ cup shiitake mushrooms sliced
½ cup firm tofu cubed
¼ cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon chili paste
1 teaspoon white pepper
2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
2 eggs lightly beaten
2 green onions sliced
1 tablespoon sesame oil

Instructions

In a large pot, bring the broth to a boil.
4 cups chicken
Add bamboo shoots, shiitake mushrooms, and tofu. Simmer for 5 minutes.
1/2 cup bamboo shoots, 1/2 cup shiitake mushrooms, 1/2 cup firm tofu
Stir in rice vinegar, soy sauce, chili paste, and white pepper.
1/4 cup rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon chili paste, 1 teaspoon white pepper
Add the cornstarch mixture to the pot, stirring constantly until the soup thickens.
2 tablespoons cornstarch
Slowly drizzle the beaten eggs into the pot while gently stirring to create egg ribbons.
2 eggs
Remove from heat and stir in green onions and sesame oil.
2 green onions, 1 tablespoon sesame oil
Serve hot.

Notes

Adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or less chili paste.
For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth and omit the eggs.

Nutrition

Calories: 2086kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 224gSaturated Fat: 66gPolyunsaturated Fat: 48gMonounsaturated Fat: 99gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 266mgSodium: 549mgPotassium: 189mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 189IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 65mgIron: 1mg

Keyword Comfort Food, Easy Dinner, Hot and Sour Soup, Spicy Soup

Ingredient Costs: Cost of Recipe by Ingredient Measurements

Shopping Costs: Cost of Recipe with Brand New Ingredient Purchases

Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

Hot and sour soup is a comforting dish that offers a perfect balance of tangy and spicy flavors, making it a favorite for many, especially on cooler evenings. This flavorful soup typically combines ingredients such as mushrooms, bamboo shoots, tofu, and eggs, all simmered in a savory broth that is both invigorating and soothing. The contrasting tastes of vinegar and white pepper create a delightful complexity that warms the soul. Often enjoyed as an appetizer or a light meal, hot and sour soup evokes memories of bustling street food scenes and traditional culinary practices. Each bowl provides a touch of comfort and familiarity, making it a cherished choice for those seeking a taste of home in their kitchen. Whether shared with family or enjoyed alone, this soup brings warmth and satisfaction to any dining experience.

Tags: