Hot and Sour Soup Easy Version

Warm up with this quick and comforting **Hot and Sour Soup Easy Version**, a simplified take on the classic Chinese favorite. Packed with bold flavors and ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe combines tender shiitake mushrooms, protein-rich tofu, and crunchy julienned carrots in a rich, tangy broth infused with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a hint of white pepper. Silky ribbons of egg and a drizzle of sesame oil add complexity, while an optional touch of chili oil delivers just the right amount of heat. Perfect for weeknight meals, this easy hot and sour soup is both satisfying and customizable, with the option to use either chicken or vegetable broth to cater to your dietary preferences. Garnish with fresh green onions and serve it piping hot for a soul-soothing starter or light meal that’s brimming with authentic flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 cup Shiitake mushrooms, thinly sliced
• 1 cup Firm tofu, cut into small cubes
• 1 small Carrot, julienned
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water (for cornstarch slurry)
• 0.5 teaspoons White pepper
• 1 teaspoons Sesame oil
• 1 large Egg, lightly beaten
• 2 tablespoons Green onions, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoons Chili oil (optional, for heat)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized pot, heat the chicken or vegetable broth over medium-high heat until it starts to gently simmer.

Step 2

Add the shiitake mushrooms, cubed tofu, and julienned carrot to the pot. Let it simmer for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

Step 3

Stir in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and white pepper, tasting and adjusting the seasoning if needed.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Slowly pour the slurry into the simmering soup while stirring constantly to thicken the broth.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and drizzle the beaten egg into the soup in a thin stream while gently stirring in a circular motion to create the classic egg ribbons.

Step 6

Finish off the soup with a touch of sesame oil and a drizzle of chili oil, if using, for added depth of flavor and heat.

Step 7

Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions. Enjoy your easy and flavorful hot and sour soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1685.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	819.9

Total Fat 45.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 186mg	0%
Sodium 5324.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 52.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.4g	0%
Total Sugars 12.1g
Protein 59.6g	0%

Vitamin D 349IU	0%
Calcium 1753.4mg	0%
Iron 10.0mg	0%
Potassium 1824.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.5%

Protein: 27.8%

Carbs: 24.7%