Chinese Hot And Sour Soup Recipe

Name: Chinese Hot And Sour Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups water; 3/4 cup canned bamboo shoot, drained; 4 large dried shiitake mushrooms; 2 teaspoons dark sesame oil; 8 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 2 in thin strips; 2 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced; 1/3 cup green onion, including tops, sliced; 2 1/2 cups chicken stock; 2 -3 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 teaspoons honey; 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch; 8 ounces firm tofu, cut into 2 in thin strips; 2 tablespoons rice vinegar or 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar; 1/4 teaspoon hot red pepper sauce (to taste)

Servings: persons

1 1/4 cups water
3/4 cup canned bamboo shoot, drained
4 large dried shiitake mushrooms
2 teaspoons dark sesame oil
8 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 2 in thin strips
2 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced
1/3 cup green onion, including tops, sliced
2 1/2 cups chicken stock
2 -3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons honey
1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
8 ounces firm tofu, cut into 2 in thin strips
2 tablespoons rice vinegar or 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon hot red pepper sauce (to taste)

1
In a small saucepan, bring 1 cup of the water to a boil. Place the bamboo shoots in a small heatproof bowl and pour 1/2 cup of the boiling water over them; let soak for 5 minutes then drain. Add the dried mushrooms to the water to the water remaining in the saucepan and let soak for 15 minutes. Drain the mushrooms through a sieve, reserving the soaking liquid. Slice the mushrooms, discarding the stems.
2
In a large saucepan, heat the oil over moderate heat. Add the chicken and saute for 4 minutes or until no longer pink on the outside. Add the soaked mushrooms, fresh mushrooms, green onions, stock, soy sauce, honey, and mushroom soaking liquid. Bring the sauce pan mixture to a simmer.
3
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with the remaining 1/4 cup water. Stir the cornstarch mixture into the simmering soup and cook for 5 minutes. Stir in the tofu, vinegar, and red pepper sauce. Cook until the tofu is heated through.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/4 cups water, 3/4 cup canned bamboo shoot, drained, 4 large dried shiitake mushrooms, 2 teaspoons dark sesame oil, and more.

Yes, Chinese Hot And Sour Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chinese Hot And Sour Soup

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