Hot and sour soup is a popular dish in Chinese cuisine, known for its contrasting flavors and unique combination of ingredients. It originated in the Sichuan province of China, renowned for its bold and spicy dishes. Over time, hot and sour soup has gained popularity worldwide due to its delicious taste and versatility.
Hot and sour soup offers a tantalizing combination of flavors. It is characterized by its spicy and tangy taste with a hint of sweetness. The soup has a rich umami flavor from the broth, complemented by the heat of chili sauce. The sourness comes from rice vinegar, while the various vegetables, mushrooms, and tofu add a delightful texture to the soup. Overall, hot and sour soup provides a harmonious balance of flavors that is both comforting and refreshing.
Hot & sour soup
Ingredients
- – 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- – 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- – 1/2 cup diced tofu
- – 1/4 cup bamboo shoots sliced
- – 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- – 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- – 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- – 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- – 1/2 teaspoon chili sauce adjust to taste
- – 2 eggs beaten
- – 2 green onions thinly sliced
- – Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a pot, bring the broth to a simmer over medium heat.
- Add mushrooms, tofu, bamboo shoots, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Cook for 5 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and a few tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Add the slurry to the soup and stir well.
- Add sesame oil and chili sauce to the soup. Stir to combine.
- Slowly pour the beaten eggs into the soup while stirring gently to create ribbons.
- Cook for an additional 2 minutes until the eggs are cooked through.
- Remove from heat and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with sliced green onions.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
