Scrumptious Chinese Hot and Sour Soup - Marisolio Tasting Bar

Ingredients

• 4 dried Chinese fungi (about 1 oz.) such as wood ears or cloud ears
• 2 Tablespoons Coratina Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and minced finely or grated
• 1 Tablespoon red chile paste, such as sambal oleek
• 1/2 cup canned sliced bamboo shoots
• 1/4 lb. shredded barbecue pork
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground white pepper
• Pinch of sugar
• 2 quarts chicken stock
• 1 block firm tofu, drained and sliced in 1/4-inch strips
• 3 Tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 1/4 cup water
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• Chopped green onions and cilantro leaves for garnish