Madame Wong's Hot and Sour Soup

Experience the bold, tangy, and savory flavors of "Madame Wong's Hot and Sour Soup," a classic Asian-inspired dish that's comforting and loaded with depth. This quick and easy recipe combines a rich chicken broth base with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a hint of chili garlic sauce for the perfect balance of spice and sourness. Silky ribbons of egg, tender shiitake mushrooms, crisp bamboo shoots, and protein-packed tofu come together to create a satisfying medley of textures, with optional shredded chicken for an added boost. Ready in just 35 minutes, this restaurant-quality soup is finished with aromatic sesame oil and fresh garnishes like green onions and cilantro for a vibrant finish. Perfect as a hearty appetizer or a light meal, this hot and sour soup is a must-try for fans of bold, authentic flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Chicken broth
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 2 teaspoons Chili garlic sauce
• 0.5 teaspoons White pepper
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 3 tablespoons Water
• 8 ounces Firm tofu (cut into thin strips)
• 1 cup Shiitake mushrooms (thinly sliced, fresh or rehydrated dried)
• 1 cup Bamboo shoots (julienned, canned and drained)
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Green onions (sliced for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped for garnish, optional)
• 1 cup Cooked shredded chicken (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil over medium heat.

Step 2

Stir in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili garlic sauce, and white pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste, adding more soy sauce or vinegar if desired.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Slowly pour this into the soup while stirring continuously to thicken the broth slightly.

Step 4

Add the tofu, shiitake mushrooms, bamboo shoots, and optional shredded chicken. Simmer on medium-low heat for about 5-7 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 5

Crack the egg into a small bowl and whisk lightly. Slowly drizzle the egg into the soup while stirring gently with a fork to create ribbons of cooked egg.

Step 6

Remove the pot from heat and stir in the sesame oil for added depth of flavor.

Step 7

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions and chopped cilantro, if using.

Step 8

Serve hot and enjoy your homemade Madame Wong’s Hot and Sour Soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2528.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1225.4

Total Fat 50.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.9g
Cholesterol 422.3mg	0%
Sodium 5551.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 50.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.5g	0%
Total Sugars 10.4g
Protein 145.8g	0%

Vitamin D 220.9IU	0%
Calcium 1775.0mg	0%
Iron 16.0mg	0%
Potassium 4380.1mg	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: 36.5%

Protein: 47.1%

Carbs: 16.3%