This vibrant Hot & Sour Soup is a comforting staple that perfectly balances fiery chili heat with sharp, tangy vinegar. The broth is silky and rich, thickened slightly with cornstarch to coat the tender shredded pork, soft tofu, and crisp bamboo shoots. Wood ear mushrooms add a delightful chewy texture, while a swirl of beaten egg creates delicate ribbons throughout the bowl. Aromatic sesame oil and black pepper round out the complex flavor profile, making it an ideal choice for chilly evenings or when you need a quick, satisfying meal. It’s a restaurant-quality dish that comes together quickly at home.
Dragon Den’S Hot & Sour Soup
Description
This vibrant Hot & Sour Soup is a comforting staple that perfectly balances fiery chili heat with sharp, tangy vinegar. The broth is silky and rich, thickened slightly with cornstarch to coat the tender shredded pork, soft tofu, and crisp bamboo shoots. Wood ear mushrooms add a delightful chewy texture, while a swirl of beaten egg creates delicate ribbons throughout the bowl. Aromatic sesame oil and black pepper round out the complex flavor profile, making it an ideal choice for chilly evenings or when you need a quick, satisfying meal. It&# 226;ÂÂs a restaurant-quality dish that comes together quickly at home.Ingredients
Directions
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Heat a small amount of oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
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Toss the shredded pork with 1 teaspoon of cornstarch to coat evenly.
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Stir-fry the pork until it turns white and is just cooked through, about 2-3 minutes.
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Remove the cooked pork from the pan and set aside on a plate or paper towel.
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In the same pan, add 3 cups of water and bring to a rolling boil.
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In a small bowl, mix the remaining 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a smooth slurry.
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Add the white wine vinegar, sugar, black pepper, bamboo shoots, wood ears, mushrooms, and diced tofu to the boiling water.
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Let the mixture simmer for 1-2 minutes to cook the vegetables and infuse the broth.
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Stir the cornstarch slurry again and slowly pour it into the boiling soup while stirring constantly to thicken.
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Once the soup thickens slightly, slowly drizzle in the beaten egg while stirring gently to create ribbons.
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Drizzle in the sesame oil and return the cooked pork to the soup.
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Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed, then serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 123.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 4.1g7%
- Saturated Fat 1.2g6%
- Cholesterol 12.0mg4%
- Sodium 10.5mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 16.8g6%
- Dietary Fiber 0.3g2%
- Sugars 6.0g
- Protein 4.6g10%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
