Hot and Sour Soup recipe served on a plate, by Ho Ping House
Jul 09 2026
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Hot And Sour Soup Recipe

Inspired by Ho Ping House
Time30m
Serves4

Make Hot And Sour Soup Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Broth

Spices and Seasoning

Method

Prepare the Broth

1

Combine the Liquid Ingredients

In a large pot, combine the chicken or vegetable broth and water. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

2

Add the Seasonings

Stir in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and white pepper. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes to blend the flavors.

3

Make the Cornstarch Slurry

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 4 tablespoons of water until smooth. Gradually add this slurry to the pot, stirring continuously until the soup thickens slightly.

Add the Vegetables and Proteins

4

Incorporate the Vegetables

Add the cubed tofu, sliced shiitake mushrooms, julienned carrots, sliced green onions, and bamboo shoots to the pot. Stir well and allow to cook for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

5

Finish the Soup

Slowly add the beaten egg to the soup, stirring gently to create ribbons of egg throughout the soup. Cook for an additional minute until the egg is cooked.

Season and Serve

6

Adjust Seasoning

Taste the soup and add salt as needed and stir in the chili paste or sauce for heat. Mix well.

7

Serve Hot

Ladle the hot and sour soup into bowls and garnish with additional sliced green onions if desired. Serve immediately.