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Flavorful Hot and Sour Soup Recipe Easy Homemade from Scratch

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A quick and easy hot and sour soup recipe made from scratch with simple ingredients, delivering a perfect balance of tangy, spicy, and savory flavors. Ideal for cozy dinners, potlucks, or anytime comfort food.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups (960 ml) chicken or vegetable broth (homemade or low sodium store-bought)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (Kikkoman preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon black vinegar (Chinkiang vinegar recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 4 ounces (115 g) firm tofu, cut into small cubes
  • 1 cup (70 g) shiitake mushrooms, sliced
  • 1/2 cup (75 g) bamboo shoots, julienned
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 3 tablespoons cold water
  • Optional garnishes: chopped green onions, fresh cilantro leaves, chili oil or flakes

Instructions

  1. Prepare the broth: In a large pot, combine 4 cups (960 ml) chicken or vegetable broth, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon black vinegar, 1 teaspoon white pepper, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil. Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat (about 5 minutes).
  2. Add aromatics and veggies: Stir in minced garlic, fresh ginger, sliced shiitake mushrooms, and bamboo shoots. Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 10 minutes.
  3. Prepare tofu and eggs: Cut tofu into small cubes and lightly beat eggs in a small bowl.
  4. Thicken the soup: Mix cornstarch with cold water to make a slurry. Slowly pour slurry into simmering broth while stirring constantly. Cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Add tofu and egg ribbons: Gently add tofu cubes to the pot. Slowly drizzle beaten eggs into the hot soup while stirring gently in one direction to create egg ribbons. Cook for 1-2 minutes until eggs are set.
  6. Final seasoning and taste test: Adjust seasoning with more soy sauce, black vinegar, or white pepper as desired.
  7. Serve immediately: Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with chopped green onions, cilantro, and chili oil if desired.

Notes

Add eggs slowly while stirring gently to create silky egg ribbons. If soup thickens too much, loosen with broth or water. Adjust seasoning to balance hot, sour, salty, and sweet flavors. Use fresh garlic and ginger for best flavor. Black vinegar is essential for authentic tang. Store leftovers in airtight container in fridge up to 3 days; reheat gently on stove. Freezing not recommended due to texture changes.

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Keywords: hot and sour soup, easy soup recipe, homemade soup, Asian soup, tofu soup, spicy soup, comfort food

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