Chinese Hot and Sour Soup Lite
Light, flavorful, and perfectly balanced, Chinese Hot and Sour Soup Lite is a healthier take on the classic comfort food without sacrificing any of its signature tangy and spicy flavors. Made with low-sodium broth, tender slices of shiitake mushrooms, cubes of protein-rich tofu, and a medley of fresh vegetables, this soup is both nutrient-packed and satisfying. A gently thickened broth, infused with the bold notes of rice vinegar, soy sauce, and chili garlic sauce, is crowned with delicate ribbons of egg and a drizzle of aromatic sesame oil. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's an easy, guilt-free starter or light main dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners. Garnish with green onions and cilantro for a fresh finish, and savor every steaming spoonful of this quick, wholesome classic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup Shiitake mushrooms (sliced)
- 8 ounces Firm tofu (cut into small cubes)
- 1 medium Carrot (julienned or thinly sliced)
- 1 cup Bamboo shoots (thinly sliced, optional)
- 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 teaspoon White pepper
- 1 teaspoon Chili garlic sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 2 stalks Green onions (sliced thin for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the chicken or vegetable broth in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the sliced shiitake mushrooms, tofu, carrot, and bamboo shoots (if using). Simmer for 8-10 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
Stir in the rice vinegar, soy sauce, white pepper, and chili garlic sauce, adjusting the seasoning to your taste.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until smooth, forming a slurry. Slowly pour the slurry into the soup while stirring continuously to thicken the broth slightly.
Beat the egg in a separate bowl. Slowly drizzle the beaten egg into the soup while stirring gently to create silky egg ribbons.
Drizzle sesame oil over the soup and give it a final stir.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions and fresh cilantro, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
212 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.2 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.7 g | 9% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 47 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 563 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.9 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.4 g | ||
| Protein | 14.8 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 431 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 645 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
