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HOT AND SOUR SOUP

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Difficulty Intermediate
Time
Prep Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 45 mins Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
Servings 12
Description

Spice up your day with a bowl of hot and sour soup, where bold flavors and comforting warmth collide! This beloved dish is a delightful fusion of spicy and tangy notes, featuring a savory broth infused with aromatic spices, vibrant vegetables, and tender tofu or meat options. Each spoonful offers a perfect balance of heat from white pepper and a zesty kick from vinegar, making it a perfect appetizer or a satisfying meal on its own.Whether you’re seeking a remedy for a chilly day or simply craving a burst of flavor, hot and sour soup is sure to awaken your senses and leave you feeling satisfied. Ideal for sharing with friends and family, this soup is not just a dish; it's an experience that brings warmth and joy to any table. Get ready to enjoy a bowl of deliciousness that’s both comforting and invigorating!

Ingredients
  • 200 g Chicken breast
  • 3 litres of water
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 1 sprig of spring onion
  • 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
  • 10 dried red chillies
  • 1/4 cup cabbage, julienne cut
  • 1/4 cup carrots, julienne cut
  • 1/4 cup mushrooms, cut into sticks
  • 1/4 cup red bell pepper, cut into small cubes
  • 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons MSG (monosodium glutamate)
  • 1 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1/4 cup cornflour slurry (made by mixing cornflour with an equal amount of water)
  • 2 eggs
  • Spring onion, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
  1. - In a deep pot, place the chicken breast pieces. Next, create a spice ball using the dried red chillies, garlic cloves, and black peppercorns. Add this spice ball into the pot along with one sprig of spring onion.

  2. - Pour in 3 litres of water to the pot, ensuring the ingredients are fully submerged.
  3. - Cover the pot and bring it to a gentle simmer. Allow the chicken to cook until it becomes tender, which should take about 20-25 minutes.
  4. - Once the chicken is cooked, carefully take it out of the pot and set it aside. Allow it to cool slightly, then cut it into small cubes.
  5. - Use a sieve to strain the broth into a separate bowl, discarding the spice ball and any solids. Return the clear broth to the pot.
  6. - Prepare your vegetables by cutting the cabbage, carrots, mushrooms, and red bell pepper as specified. Add these chopped vegetables to the pot with the broth.
  7. - Add the dark soy sauce, white vinegar, hot sauce, salt, MSG, and white pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine the flavors, then bring the soup to a boil.
  8. - Prepare the cornflour slurry by mixing cornflour with an equal amount of water. Gradually add this slurry to the boiling soup while stirring continuously. Continue until the soup reaches your desired thickness.
  9. - In a separate bowl, crack the eggs and whisk them until well combined. Slowly drizzle the whisked eggs into the soup. Wait for about 10 seconds, then gently stir the soup to create delicate ribbons of egg.
  10. - Once the soup is ready, ladle it into bowls and garnish with chopped spring onion. Enjoy your hearty and flavorful chicken soup!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12


Amount Per Serving
Calories 62.74kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.44g3%
Saturated Fat 0.36g2%
Cholesterol 38.82mg13%
Sodium 735.93mg31%
Potassium 245.21mg8%
Total Carbohydrate 6.85g3%
Dietary Fiber 1.18g5%
Sugars 2.43g
Protein 6.07g13%

Vitamin A 58.34 IU
Vitamin C 61.19 mg
Calcium 29.97 mg
Iron 0.98 mg
Vitamin D 0.14 IU
Vitamin E 0.51 IU
Vitamin K 10.58 mcg
Thiamin 0.09 mg
Riboflavin 0.13 mg
Niacin 2.5 mg
Vitamin B6 0.38 mg
Folate 18.54 mcg
Vitamin B12 0.09 mcg
Phosphorus 82.79 mg
Magnesium 23.67 mg
Zinc 0.44 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.