Best 8 Almost Instant Low Carb High Protein Hot Sour Soup Recipes

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Calling all health-conscious foodies! If you're looking for a quick, easy, and nutritious meal, look no further than this collection of almost-instant low-carb, high-protein hot and sour soup recipes. These delicious and satisfying soups are packed with flavor and essential nutrients, making them a perfect choice for a healthy and satisfying lunch or dinner.

Inside, you'll find a variety of recipes to suit your taste and dietary preferences. Our classic hot and sour soup recipe is a timeless favorite, offering a balanced blend of spicy, sour, and savory flavors. For a more substantial meal, try our chicken or tofu hot and sour soup, loaded with lean protein and crunchy vegetables. And if you're looking for a vegetarian option, our vegetable hot and sour soup is a delightful combination of fresh veggies and flavorful broth.

These recipes are not only delicious but also incredibly easy to make. With just a few simple steps and readily available ingredients, you can have a hot and satisfying soup on the table in no time. So whether you're a busy professional, a health-conscious individual, or simply someone who loves a good bowl of soup, these low-carb, high-protein hot and sour soup recipes are sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

THE BEST HOT & SOUR SOUP



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I love hot & sour soup and have spent a lot of time perfecting it. This is the absolute best! You can adjust the chile paste to make it as spicy as you like.

Provided by KLBoyle

Categories     Chinese

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 quarts chicken stock
2 ounces dried mushrooms
1 inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and grated
1 tablespoon red chili paste
1/2 cup canned bamboo shoot
1/2 cup canned water chestnut, chopped
1/2 lb firm tofu, drained and sliced into strips
1/4 lb pork, sliced thin
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon sugar
4 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup water
1 large egg, beaten
3 tablespoons oil
green onion, chopped (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Reconstitute mushrooms in water according to package directions.
  • Heat oil in wok or large pot.
  • Add ginger, chile paste and pork, cook for about two minute.
  • Add bamboo shoots, water chestnuts and mushrooms, cook for 1 minute.
  • In a bowl, combine vinegar, soy sauce, salt, pepper and sugar and
  • pour into wok.
  • Add chicken stock, bring to a boil and simmer for 10 minute.
  • Add tofu and cook another 3-5 minute.
  • Mix cornstarch and water and add to soup and cook until thickened.
  • Stir soup in one direction to get current going then add beaten egg,
  • it will look feathery.
  • Garnish soup with green onion and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325.2, Fat 15, SaturatedFat 3.3, Cholesterol 61.1, Sodium 1546.7, Carbohydrate 28.4, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 8.9, Protein 20.4

ALMOST-INSTANT, LOW-CARB, HIGH-PROTEIN HOT & SOUR SOUP



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This is a great quick snack I devised to help me achieve my weight loss goal on the Lean For Life program. It is probably also compatible with South Beach, Atkins and many other eating plans.

Provided by Soup Queen

Categories     Clear Soup

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup boiling water
1 tablespoon red miso
2 teaspoons rice vinegar
1/2 teaspoon dried tuna bonito flakes
1/4 teaspoon chili-garlic sauce, Vietnamese
1/8 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
6 ounces tofu, cut in cubes

Steps:

  • Mix first six ingredients until miso paste is dissolved.
  • Add tofu.

CHINESE HOT & SOUR SOUP



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Made this Chinese Szechuan soup a few times and it's always consistently good. Very appetising. Recipe best made just before serving.

Provided by Cook Food Mood

Categories     Ham

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

8 dried Chinese mushrooms, drained, stem removed and sliced thinly
1/2 lb shrimp, cooked, shelled and deveined
7 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup Chinese wine
4 teaspoons light soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon chili sauce
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup water
1/4 lb cooked ham, finely sliced
4 ounces water chestnuts, drained, sliced (optional)
1/2 red bell pepper, finely sliced (optional)
2 teaspoons vinegar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 egg
1 tablespoon water
8 spring onions
1/2 lb bean curd, cubed (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine chicken broth, wine and sauces in large pan until boiling.
  • Stir in blended cornstarch and water slowly.
  • Add mushrooms, ham, chestnuts and bell pepper to pot and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Add vinegar and sesame oil to pot.
  • Lightly beat egg and 1 tbsp of water. Add to soup while stirring constantly.
  • Add spring onions, shrimps and beancurds. Simmer for 1 minute.
  • Scoop into soup bowls and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191.7, Fat 7, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 126.6, Sodium 1233.3, Carbohydrate 10.2, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 2.5, Protein 20.9

LOW CARB CHINESE HOT & SOUR SOUP



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Make and share this Low Carb Chinese Hot & Sour Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Barbara Polowetz

Categories     Soy/Tofu

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 (14 1/2 ounce) cans chicken broth
6 ounces sliced fresh white button mushrooms
1 tablespoon chili-garlic sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce
3/4 teaspoon white pepper
1 tablespoon cornstarch (mixed with 5 tbs. water)
1 (8 ounce) can sliced bamboo shoots (drained)
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts (drained)
8 dried shiitake mushroom caps (soaked in a little hot water for 1/2 hour, squeezed dry and then sliced; add water mushrooms were so)
16 ounces silken tofu or 16 ounces extra firm tofu (diced and drained)
1/4 cup rice wine vinegar (or regular white)
1 teaspoon sesame oil

Steps:

  • Add chicken broth, soy sauce, garlic chili sauce and both kinds of mushrooms to dutch oven.
  • Bring to boil and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Add bamboo shoots, water chestnuts, tofu, white pepper, sesame oil and cornstarch mixture.
  • Simmer 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230.6, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 1.4, Sodium 1872.3, Carbohydrate 24.1, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 8.2, Protein 19.2

KETO INSTANT POT® SOUP (LOW CARB)



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Just a recipe I threw together while entertaining my 6-month-old on a soccer night for my older kiddos when we had limited time. This is an alternative to fast food on busy hectic nights. I prechopped my veggies during nap time, so all I had to do was add them to the Instant Pot®! Garnish with green onions, Cheddar cheese, and bacon.

Provided by Carla nicole

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Cauliflower

Time 58m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 head cauliflower, coarsely chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon onion powder
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (32 fluid ounce) container chicken stock
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup half-and-half
6 slices cooked turkey bacon, diced
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
4 dashes hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • Turn on a multi-cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select the Saute function. Add olive oil, onion, and garlic; cook until browned, about 3 minutes. Add cauliflower, green bell pepper, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Pour in chicken stock; close and lock the lid. Select Soup function; set timer for 15 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove lid. Add Cheddar cheese, half-and-half, turkey bacon, Dijon mustard, and hot sauce. Reselect Saute function; cook until bubbly, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347 calories, Carbohydrate 13.4 g, Cholesterol 80.2 mg, Fat 25.6 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 17.7 g, SaturatedFat 12.8 g, Sodium 1181.4 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

CROCK POT HOT & SOUR SOUP



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Make and share this Crock Pot Hot & Sour Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Darlene Summers

Categories     Weeknight

Time 8h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 lb lean pork
1/4 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts
1/2 cup bamboo shoot, cut to strips
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 teaspoons garlic and red chile paste
1 cup firm tofu, cubed to 1/2 inch cubes
2 cups chicken broth
2 cups water
sliced green onion top (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Put all ingredients except green onion tops in crock pot.
  • Cook covered for about 8 hours on low.
  • When ready, serve topped with green onion tops.

LOW SODIUM HOT & SOUR SOUP



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Most hot & sour soups that I've had are neither hot nor sour. This one is both. As an added bonus, I replace the usual soy sauce with Chinkiang vinegar, which dramatically lowers the sodium content. Scale back on the peppers to make it less hot and reduce the rice vinegar if you want it less sour.

Provided by Late Night Gourmet

Categories     Chinese

Time 40m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

6 ounces chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
1 quart chicken stock
4 ounces Chinkiang vinegar
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon chili pepper, Calabrian, diced
2 tablespoons fenugreek leaves, diced
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 tablespoon tamarind paste
6 ounces bamboo shoots, cut into strips (canned is perfect)
6 ounces mushrooms, cut into slices
4 ounces fresh spinach, cut into thin strips
3 ounces cornstarch (or 4 ounces of flour)
1/2 cup water (or use drained liquid from canned vegetables)
4 egg whites
3 ounces rice vinegar
6 ounces tofu, cut into strips
1 1/2 ounces green onions (chopped in 1 inch long pieces)

Steps:

  • Cut chicken breast into uniform, thin strips. Pan cook until the bottom changes color from pink to pale tan color, then flip the pieces over. When there is no sign of pink color, remove from pan and set aside. IMPORTANT: don't cook as much as you'd cook a chicken breast you might eat by itself: heating the soup will continue to cook the chicken, resulting in tough, overcooked chicken in your soup.
  • Dissolve tamarind paste by heating with an ounce of the chicken stock. (microwave is a good way to do this). Remove any seeds from melted paste, since they're inedible.
  • Bring stock to boil. Add tamarind/stock mixture, Chinkiang vinegar, pepper, chili pepper, fenugreek, cardamom, bamboo shoots, mushrooms, and spinach; SAVE LIQUID FROM BAMBOO SHOOTS. Stir. Let cook for 3 minutes.
  • While cooking, in separate bowl combine cornstarch or flour and liquid from the previous step to make a slurry. Add slurry a little at a time and stir until thick (all slurry may not be necessary, so add as much as necessary for desired thickness).
  • Add eggs while stirring and cook for 30 seconds or until eggs are done. Add green onions and chicken.
  • Cut tofu into strips that are about 1/4" x 1/4" x however thick the tofu brick is.
  • Remove from heat. Add rice vinegar and tofu and blend thoroughly.
  • Serve with crispy fried won tons if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107.3, Fat 3, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 11.5, Sodium 153.9, Carbohydrate 12.1, Fiber 1, Sugar 2.6, Protein 8.3

HOT & SOUR SOUP



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Most hot & sour soups that I've had are neither hot nor sour. This one is both. Scale back on the peppers to make it less hot and reduce the rice vinegar if you want it less sour.

Provided by Late Night Gourmet

Categories     Thai

Time 40m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

6 ounces chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
1 quart chicken stock
1/3 cup soy sauce
1/3 cup Chinkiang vinegar
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (for hotter soup)
1 tablespoon tamarind paste
6 ounces bamboo shoots, cut into strips (canned is perfect)
6 ounces mushrooms, cut into strips
6 ounces water chestnuts, canned
3 ounces cornstarch (or 4 ounces of flour)
1/2 cup water (or use drained liquid from canned vegetables)
4 egg whites
3 ounces rice vinegar
6 ounces tofu, cut into strips
1 1/2 ounces green onions (chopped in 1 inch long pieces)
1 tablespoon pickled radishes

Steps:

  • Cook chicken strips until they have an internal temperature of 170 degrees F (using a meat thermometer to test). Set aside. IMPORTANT: don't cook as much as you'd cook a chicken breast you might eat by itself: heating the soup will continue to cook the chicken, resulting in tough, overcooked chicken in your soup.
  • Dissolve tamarind paste by heating with an ounce of the chicken stock. (microwave is a good way to do this). Remove any seeds from melted paste, since they're inedible.
  • If using pickled radish, chop as finely as you can make it, since they're hard to chew.
  • Bring stock to boil. Add tamarind/stock mixture, soy sauce, chinkiang vinegar, pepper, bamboo shoots, mushrooms, radish, and chestnuts; SAVE LIQUID FROM BAMBOO SHOOTS & CHESTNUTS. Stir. Let cook for 3 minutes.
  • While cooking, in separate bowl combine cornstarch or flour and liquid from the previous step to make a slurry. Add slurry a little at a time and stir until thick (all slurry may not be necessary, so add as much as necessary for desired thickness).
  • Add eggs while stirring and cook for 30 seconds or until eggs are done. Add green onions and chicken.
  • Cut tofu into strips that are about 1/4" x 1/4" x however thick the tofu brick is.
  • Remove from heat. Add rice vinegar and tofu and blend thoroughly.
  • Serve with crispy fried won tons if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.1, Fat 3, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 11.5, Sodium 594.1, Carbohydrate 15.4, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 3.4, Protein 9.1

Tips:

  • Use a good quality low-sodium chicken broth. This will help to keep the soup flavorful without being too salty.
  • Don't be afraid to adjust the spice level. If you like your soup spicy, add more chili paste or Sriracha sauce. If you prefer a milder soup, use less.
  • Add your favorite vegetables. This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. Some good options include broccoli, carrots, celery, and mushrooms.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings. Some popular options include green onions, cilantro, and crispy wonton strips.

Conclusion:

This low-carb, high-protein hot and sour soup is a delicious and easy-to-make meal. It's perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, and it's also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a flavorful and satisfying soup that's sure to become a family favorite.

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