Hot and Sour Soup Recipe

This Hot and Sour Soup is restaurant-quality, incredibly flavorful, and surprisingly simple to make at home! With just a few steps, you’ll have a steaming bowl of soup ready to enjoy.

One of the best parts about making this traditional favorite at home is how easy it is to customize to your taste. Whether you prefer it extra spicy, tangier, or packed with your favorite ingredients, this recipe is versatile and delicious every time. Once you try it, you’ll agree it’s just as good—if not better—than your favorite takeout!

Hot and Sour Soup Recipe

Hot and Sour Soup Recipe

Hot and Sour Soup Recipe

This Hot and Sour Soup is restaurant-quality, incredibly flavorful, and surprisingly simple to make at home! With just a few steps, you’ll have a steaming bowl of soup ready to enjoy.

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 8 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 8 ounces shiitake mushrooms (or baby bella mushrooms), thinly-sliced with stems discarded
  • 1 (8-ounce) can bamboo shoots, drained (optional)
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar, or more to taste
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon chili garlic sauce
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 2 large eggs, whisked
  • 8 ounces firm tofu*, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 4 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • Kosher salt and white pepper (or black pepper)

Instructions

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