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How to Make Hot and Sour Chicken Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

Hot and sour chicken soup is a delightful blend of savory, spicy, and tangy flavors that will warm you up from the inside out. This traditional Chinese soup is known for its bold and vibrant taste, making it a popular choice for those looking to explore new and exciting flavors.

With its rich broth, tender pieces of chicken, and a burst of heat from the spices, hot and sour chicken soup is the perfect dish to enjoy on a cold winter day or when you're in need of a little pick-me-up. Wh...

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
  • ½ cup sliced bamboo shoots, drained
  • 3 slices fresh ginger root
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 2 teaspoons soy sauce
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into thin strips
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro (Optional)
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 egg, beaten

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • In a saucepan, combine the chicken broth, water, mushrooms, bamboo shoots, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and hot pepper flakes. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer while you assemble the rest of the ingredients.
  • Place the chicken slices into a bowl and toss with the sesame oil to coat. In a separate bowl, stir together the cornstarch and vinegar, and set aside.
  • Increase the heat under the broth to medium-high, and return to a rolling boil. Add the chicken slices. Return to a boil, and then drizzle in the egg while stirring slowly to create long strands of egg. Stir in the vinegar and cornstarch. Simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and the broth has thickened slightly, about 3 minutes. Serve garnished with green onions and cilantro.

    • Nutrition

    217 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 110mg
    • Sodium: 1095mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 27g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 31mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 395mg

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