Lexi's Clean Kitchen Easy Vegetarian Hot and Sour Soup from lexiscleankitchen.com
Introduction
Hot and sour soup is a popular Chinese soup that is both spicy and tangy. It is typically made with a combination of vegetables, tofu, and meat, and flavored with a variety of spices, including vinegar, soy sauce, and chili paste. This soup is perfect for cold winter days or when you're feeling under the weather.
Ingredients
To make hot and sour soup, you will need the following ingredients:
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1/2 cup sliced bamboo shoots
1/2 cup sliced water chestnuts
1/4 cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon chili paste
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup sliced tofu
1/2 cup cooked shredded chicken
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
1 beaten egg
2 sliced green onions
Instructions
1. In a large saucepan, bring the chicken broth to a boil. 2. Add the mushrooms, bamboo shoots, and water chestnuts to the pot and reduce the heat to medium. Let the vegetables simmer for about 5 minutes. 3. In a small bowl, mix together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, chili paste, ginger, garlic powder, and black pepper. 4. Add the vinegar mixture to the pot and stir well. 5. Add the tofu and chicken to the pot and let the soup simmer for an additional 5 minutes. 6. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until smooth. 7. Slowly pour the cornstarch mixture into the soup, stirring constantly. Let the soup simmer for 2-3 minutes until it thickens. 8. In a small bowl, beat the egg. 9. Slowly pour the egg into the soup, stirring constantly. This will create thin ribbons of egg in the soup. 10. Add the sliced green onions to the soup and stir well. 11. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition
This hot and sour soup recipe provides a good source of protein, fiber, and vitamins. One serving contains approximately:
Calories: 150
Protein: 12 grams
Fat: 6 grams
Carbohydrates: 12 grams
Fiber: 2 grams
Sugar: 2 grams
Sodium: 800 milligrams
Conclusion
Hot and sour soup is a delicious and healthy soup that is perfect for any occasion. With its spicy and tangy flavor, it is sure to warm you up on a cold day or when you're feeling under the weather. Give this recipe a try and see for yourself how delicious it can be!