Jun 09 2026

House Special Soup Recipe

Time45m
Serves6

Make House Special Soup Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Wash, peel, and dice all vegetables (carrots, celery, onion, bell pepper, and green beans). Mince the garlic and grate the ginger.

  2. 2

    Cook the Chicken (if not already cooked)

    If using raw chicken, boil in salted water for 20-25 minutes or until fully cooked. Shred the chicken and set aside.

  3. 3

    Prepare Tofu

    If using firm tofu, cube it and set aside. You may lightly pan-fry the tofu cubes for added texture if desired.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Combine Broth and Water

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

  2. 5

    Add Vegetables

    Add the diced carrots, celery, onion, bell pepper, green beans, garlic, and ginger to the pot. Stir well and let simmer for about 15 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

  3. 6

    Add Proteins

    Stir in the shredded chicken and cubed tofu. Continue to simmer for another 5-10 minutes to ensure everything is heated through.

  4. 7

    Season the Soup

    Add soy sauce, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.

  5. 8

    Finish and Serve

    Remove from heat, stir in chopped parsley, and serve hot. Optionally, garnish with additional parsley.

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