Hot and Sour Szechuan Soup Recipe

Hot and Sour Szechuan Soup Recipe

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Both hot and sour, this traditional Chinese soup has an unique balance and contrast of flavor — combining the crisp texture of vegetables and the smoothness of tofu.

Keywords

  • hot and sour
  • Chinese food
  • Szechuan soup
  • soup recipe
  • takeout
  • chinese
  • tofu recipe
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Ingredients

  • 4 ounces lean pork chop, cut in thin 1-inch strips
  • 1 teaspoon plus 2 tablespoons cornstarch, divided
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon plus 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce, divided
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 8 ounces firm or extra-firm tofu, drained and diced
  • 8 ounces thinly sliced shiitake mushrooms
  • 1 (8-ounce) can sliced bamboo shoots, drained
  • 1 medium carrot, shredded
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 large egg, well beaten
  • 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 green onion, finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons shredded fresh ginger root (optional)

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