Description
Hot and Sour Soup is a savory blend of bold flavors and comforting warmth that tantalizes your taste buds. This delightful dish features tender chicken, earthy shiitake mushrooms, and vibrant vegetables, all enveloped in a silky broth with the perfect balance of heat and tanginess. Perfect for chilly evenings or dinner parties, this recipe lets you recreate your favorite restaurant experience at home. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, impress family and friends with this satisfying culinary adventure.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh shiitake mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- ½ cup green onions, chopped (reserve some for garnish)
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 4 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 tbsp unseasoned rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces; season lightly with salt and pepper.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add vegetable oil. Sauté shiitake mushrooms, carrots, and half the green onions for about five minutes until softened.
- Pour in vegetable broth, soy sauce, and rice vinegar; stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil then reduce to a simmer. Whisk together cornstarch and water until smooth; gradually add to the soup while stirring continuously.
- Cook for an additional few minutes until thickened. Stir in leftover chicken (if using) and remaining green onions just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg