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: 8 cups chicken stock (I can buy a good quality canned Capmbell's Asian style one); 2 ounces dried vermicelli, broken into pieces about 1 to 2 inches; 4 dried shiitake mushrooms; 7 ounces finely diced chicken, skinless,boneless,taken from breast or thigh; 1/2 cup canned bamboo shoot, shredded; 1 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger; 2 tablespoons ketchup or 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 1 tablespoon sherry wine vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon white pepper; 2 scallions; 1 small red chile, finely chopped

Servings: persons

8 cups chicken stock (I can buy a good quality canned Capmbell's Asian style one)
2 ounces dried vermicelli, broken into pieces about 1 to 2 inches
4 dried shiitake mushrooms
7 ounces finely diced chicken, skinless,boneless,taken from breast or thigh
1/2 cup canned bamboo shoot, shredded
1 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger
2 tablespoons ketchup or 1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon sherry wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
2 scallions
1 small red chile, finely chopped

1
Heat stock in large saucepan over medium heat.
2
Place noodles in a bowl, add boiling water to cover and soak until soft-about 3-5 minutes Drain and add to the stock.
3
Place mushrooms in a bowl, add boiling water to cover and soak for 5 minutes.
4
Drain, slice thinly and add to the stock.
5
Add diced chicken, bamboo shoots and ginger and stir to combine.
6
Cook until chicken is tender, 3-4 minutes.
7
Stir in remaining ingredients and cook for 1-2 minutes more.
8
Taste and adjust seasonings by adding a little more vinegar or chili as desired.
9
Serve immediately, ladled into bowls.

905

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

167

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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

My Personal Notes

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 cups chicken stock (I can buy a good quality canned Capmbell's Asian style one), 2 ounces dried vermicelli, broken into pieces about 1 to 2 inches, 4 dried shiitake mushrooms, 7 ounces finely diced chicken, skinless,boneless,taken from breast or thigh, 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

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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