Hot & Sour Soup

To add spice add white vinegar and pepper flakes

Unbalanced

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the grated ginger and minced garlic to the pot and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the bamboo shoots and shiitake mushrooms to the pot and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the chicken or vegetable broth, rice vinegar, soy sauce, cornstarch, white pepper, and cayenne pepper until the cornstarch is dissolved.

Step 5

Pour the broth mixture into the pot and bring it to a boil.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the soup has thickened.

Step 7

Add the sesame oil, lightly beaten egg, diced tofu, and green onions to the pot and stir gently.

Step 8

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the egg is cooked through.