Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our tantalizing Hot and Sour Soup, a symphony of flavors that will awaken your senses. This classic Chinese dish, expertly crafted with an aromatic broth, bursts with the vibrancy of shrimp, the earthy notes of napa cabbage, and the umami richness of shiitake mushrooms. As you savor each spoonful, the delicate balance of spicy and sour flavors dances on your palate, leaving you craving more. Embark on this culinary adventure with our comprehensive guide, where we unveil the secrets behind this beloved soup and provide you with two exceptional recipes: a traditional version that stays true to its roots and a vegetarian alternative that caters to diverse dietary preferences. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and experience the harmonious blend of flavors in our Hot and Sour Soup with Shrimp, Napa Cabbage, and Shiitake Mushrooms.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
HOT AND SOUR SOUP (酸辣汤)
Chinese restaurant-style hot and sour soup made easy! The hearty, spicy, sour broth is loaded with mushrooms, silky eggs, and tofu. I've included lots of notes so you can tweak the recipe with the ingredients you have on hand, plus how to make this dish vegetarian. {Vegetarian adaptable}
Provided by Maggie Zhu
Categories Soup
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Gently rinse dried shiitake mushrooms, dried wood ear mushrooms, and lily flowers with tap water. Soak each of them with 1.5 to 2 cups warm water in three big bowls. Rehydrate for 30 minutes to 1 hour, until tender. Slice mushrooms into strips. Snip off the tough ends of lily flowers and discard. Remove tough ends of wood ear mushrooms, then chop into bite-sized pieces. Reserve the marinating water from lily flower and shiitake mushrooms, 2 cups in total
- Combine pork, Shaoxing wine, salt and cornstarch in a bowl. Mix well by hand. Marinate for 10 - 15 minutes.
- Add Chinkiang vinegar and white pepper into a small bowl. Mix well until the white pepper is completely dissolved.
- Add water or chicken stock, ginger, and green onion into a pot and heat over medium-high heat. If you reserved the marinating liquid from step one, you can add it plus 4 cups water or chicken stock.
- Add rehydrated wood ear mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms, lily flowers, and tofu to the pot. Cook until bringing to a simmer. Add soy sauce and turn to medium-low heat.
- Mix the cornstarch with 1/4 cup of water in a bowl until cornstarch is fully dissolved. Slowly swirl the cornstarch slurry into the soup. Stir to thicken the soup.
- Add the pork from step one into the soup, stirring several times to prevent the pork strips from sticking together. Add the salt. Slowly swirl in the beaten egg and stir well. The egg should be scattered and not clotted.
- Remove the pot from stove. Add the vinegar and pepper mixture and stir to mix well.
- Garnish with cilantro and drizzle with sesame oil. Give it a final stir. Taste the soup and add more salt if needed.
- Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 216 kcal, Carbohydrate 9.1 g, Protein 19.9 g, Fat 11.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Cholesterol 112 mg, Sodium 883 mg, Fiber 1.3 g, Sugar 1.6 g
HOT-AND-SOUR SOUP WITH SHRIMP, NAPA CABBAGE, AND SHIITAKE MUSHROOMS
Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen
Categories Soup/Stew Mushroom Low Fat Quick & Easy Low Cal Shrimp Winter Cabbage Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium heat. Add curry paste and stir until beginning to stick to pan, about 4 minutes. Stir in chicken broth, kaffir lime leaves, and minced ginger. Bring to boil; reduce heat to medium and simmer 5 minutes. Add shrimp and mushrooms. Cook until shrimp begin to turn pink, about 3 minutes. Add cabbage; cook until beginning to wilt, about 30 seconds. Stir in lime juice. Divide soup among bowls; sprinkle with chopped cilantro and green onions and serve.
HOT AND SOUR SOUP
We've tried several recipes for this hot and sour soup and couldn't find one that resembled the one we liked at a restaurant. So, I made my own and I must say it is on par with what you'll find when dining out. Regular or hot chili sauce can be used, according to taste. -Vera Leitow, Mancelona, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings (about 2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, brown pork in oil until no longer pink; remove meat and keep warm. Add mushrooms; saute until tender. Set aside and keep warm. , Add the broth, soy sauce, chili garlic sauce and pepper to the pan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Return the meat and mushrooms to the pan. Stir in the tofu, bamboo shoots, water chestnuts and vinegar. Simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes., In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and water until smooth; gradually stir into soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in sesame oil. Garnish servings with onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 240 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 1779mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 21g protein.
HOT AND SOUR CABBAGE SOUP
Original recipe from "www.VeganYumYum.com" I simplified it a bit to what I had available. This is very tasty with generous servings. It is also really versatile. Add tofu, fresh mushrooms, or other vegetables to your taste.
Provided by yogiclarebear
Categories Clear Soup
Time 35m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- NOTE: One cup of seasoned rice vinegar is the same as 3/4 cup white rice vinegar plus 1/4 cup sugar plus 2 teaspoons salt. I used this substitution and it was great.
- Spray a large soup pot with some cooking spray, and heat over medium heat. Add onion, and saute until soft.
- Meanwhile, quarter your cabbage, remove the core, and shred the cabbage with a large chef's knife. Add tomatoes, cabbage, undrained mushrooms, and broth to the pot and stir well.
- Add the soy sauce, vinegar, chili flakes and salt. Bring to a boil, cover, then turn heat down to medium low. Simmer for 20 minutes or until cabbage is the desired tenderness.
- Grind a lot of fresh black pepper over the top and serve.
HOMEMADE HOT AND SOUR SOUP
Very easy-to-make hot and sour soup.
Provided by Kevin
Categories Side Dish
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Bring chicken broth to a simmer in a 2-quart saucepan. Add mushrooms, chicken, soy sauce, chile paste, and garlic. Simmer for 5 minutes. Add tofu, bamboo shoots, vinegar, and white pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes more.
- Combine water and cornstarch in a cup; stir until smooth. Add mixture to the soup and stir well. Let simmer until soup thickens, about 5 minutes more.
- Beat egg in a cup and slowly pour, in a fine stream, into the soup. Stir well and heat through for 30 seconds. Mix in green onions and sesame oil. Remove from heat; serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 122.2 calories, Carbohydrate 10.3 g, Cholesterol 59.4 mg, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 1900.8 mg, Sugar 2.9 g
Tips:
- Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling.
- Use fresh ingredients: Fresh ingredients will give your soup the best flavor. If you can, try to use organic ingredients whenever possible.
- Don't overcrowd the pot: When you're adding the ingredients to the pot, don't overcrowd it. This will prevent the soup from cooking evenly.
- Simmer, don't boil: Once the soup comes to a boil, reduce the heat to low and simmer it for at least 15 minutes. This will help the flavors to develop.
- Season to taste: Before you serve the soup, taste it and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or vinegar.
Conclusion:
Hot and sour soup is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can easily make a delicious hot and sour soup that your family and friends will love.
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