Hot and Sour Chinese Soup: An All Creatures American International Vegetarian Vegan Recipe - cruelty free, lifestyle

Ingredients

• 2 qts. Water
• 1 lb. extra firm Tofu
• 2 medium Onions
• 3 medium Carrots
• 1 large Broccoli (stem and flower)
• 3 lbs. Bok Choy or other Chinese Cabbage or Greens
• 1/2 - 3/4 lb. Fresh Mushrooms or 2 cups Dried Mushrooms
• 4 Scallions
• 5-6 cloves Garlic
• 2 Tbsp. Barley Miso
• 1 tsp. dry powdered Mustard
• 1 Tbsp. fresh Ginger root (+/- 1" slice) or 2 tsp. dry ground Ginger
• 1/4 to 1/2 tsp. powdered Hot Red Pepper (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 cup Brewed Soy Sauce
• 3/4 cup White Vinegar
• 1/4 cup Corn Starch
• 2 tsp. Smoked Sesame Oil