Hot And Sour Soup Recipe
Hot and sour soup with choice of meat, tomatoes, mushrooms, kaffir lime leaves, lemongrass and Thai herbs.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Vegetables and Aromatics
Spices and Seasonings
Thickening Agent
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Base
In a large pot, combine the chicken or tofu, broth, and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add Vegetables
Once boiling, add the diced tomatoes, sliced mushrooms, kaffir lime leaves, and chopped lemongrass. Reduce heat to medium and let it simmer for about 10 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
Seasoning
- 3
Season the Soup
Stir in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili paste, salt, pepper, and sugar. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Thickening
- 4
Prepare Cornstarch Slurry
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with the 2 tablespoons of water to form a slurry.
- 5
Thicken the Soup
Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the soup while continuously stirring to prevent lumps. Let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes until the soup thickens.
Serving
- 6
Garnish and Serve
Remove the soup from heat. Ladle into bowls and top with chopped cilantro. Serve hot with lime wedges on the side.