Hot And Sour Soup

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Directions

Step 1: Heat Broth

1. In a large stockpot, heat the chicken broth over medium-high heat until warmed through.

Step 2: Add Ingredients

1. Add the chicken, mushrooms, tofu, and bamboo shoots.
2. Stir in the ginger, soy sauce, red vinegar, chili sauce, brown sugar, and white pepper.
3. Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 3: Thicken Soup

1. In a small glass, whisk the cornstarch into 2 tablespoons cold water to create a slurry.
2. Gradually stir the slurry into the soup.
3. Cook for another 5–8 minutes, or until the soup thickens.

Step 4: Add Eggs

1. Slowly pour the beaten eggs into the soup while stirring gently.
2. Cook for 30 seconds until the eggs form delicate ribbons.

Step 5: Serve

1. Ladle soup into serving bowls.
2. Garnish with finely chopped green onions.

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Tips & Variations

Serve with steamed rice or dumplings for a complete meal

For extra heat, add more chili sauce or a pinch of red pepper flakes.

Substitute chicken with shrimp or leave out meat for a vegetarian version.