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Hot and Sour Soup

October 10, 2025

Hot and Sour Soup is a classic restaurant favorite that’s easy to make right at home. This quick and flavorful recipe delivers the perfect balance of heat and tang, making it a comforting bowl you’ll crave again and again. It’s simple, satisfying, and tastes just like your favorite takeout version.

The best part about this Hot and Sour Soup recipe is how customizable it is. You can adjust the spice, add your favorite proteins or veggies, and make it exactly how you like it. Delicious, easy, and ready in minutes — it’s the perfect dish for any day of the week.

Hot and Sour Soup

Hot and Sour Soup

Hot and Sour Soup

Hot and Sour Soup is a classic restaurant favorite that’s easy to make right at home. This quick and flavorful recipe delivers the perfect balance of heat and tang, making it a comforting bowl you’ll crave again and again. It’s simple, satisfying, and tastes just like your favorite takeout version.

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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