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Crafting the Perfect Chinese-Style Hot and Sour Soup

Rich and fragrant, this Chinese-Style Hot and Sour Soup combines the bold flavors of vinegar and white pepper with a medley of tender mushrooms and crunchy bamboo shoots, making it a satisfying dish for cozy gatherings or a comforting weeknight dinner.

Ingredients
  

  • 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup sliced shiitake mushrooms
  • 1 cup bamboo shoots julienned
  • 1 cup firm tofu cubed
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 4 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon chili paste or sauce
  • 1 teaspoon white pepper
  • Green onions for garnish

Method
 

  1. Prepare the broth.
  2. Add mushrooms and bamboo shoots.
  3. Introduce tofu and soy sauce.
  4. Incorporate rice vinegar and chili paste.
  5. Whisk in the cornstarch mixture.
  6. Add the beaten eggs.
  7. Finish with seasonings and garnish.