Authentic Hot and Sour Soup Recipe | Delicious Chinese Soup

Authentic Chinese Pork recipe — Hot and Sour Soup. Imported from TheMealDB.

Medium
Updated March 14, 2026

4

servings

Medium

Difficulty

Authentic Hot and Sour Soup Recipe | Delicious Chinese Soup

Ingredients

Servings:
4
  • 1 cup pork tenderloin, thinly sliced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 cup tofu, firm, cubed
  • 1 cup bamboo shoots, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (mixed with 2 tablespoons of water)
  • 1 teaspoon white pepper
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 2 green onions chopped

Instructions

7 steps

  1. Prepare the Broth

    In a pot, bring the chicken broth to a simmer over medium heat.

    Use homemade broth for a richer flavor.
  2. Cook the Pork

    Add the sliced pork tenderloin to the broth and cook until no longer pink.

    Stir frequently to ensure even cooking.
  3. Add Vegetables

    Stir in the shiitake mushrooms, bamboo shoots, and tofu. Cook for 5-7 minutes.

    Keep the heat medium to avoid overcooking the tofu.
  4. Season the Soup

    Add soy sauce, rice vinegar, and white pepper to the soup. Stir well.

    Adjust seasoning to your taste.
  5. Thicken the Soup

    Stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook until the soup thickens.

    Make sure to mix the cornstarch well to avoid lumps.
  6. Add Eggs

    Slowly pour in the beaten eggs while stirring the soup to create ribbons.

    Do this step off the heat for better egg texture.
  7. Garnish and Serve

    Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped green onions.

    Serve hot for the best flavor.

💡 Tips & Tricks

Tags: Soup

Storage & Reheating

❄️

Refrigerator

Up to 4 days in an airtight container

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Freezer

Up to 3 months — thaw overnight in fridge

🔥

Reheat on the stovetop over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Add a splash of water or broth if it has thickened.

What to Serve With

Complete your chinese meal with these perfect pairings:

🍽️Steamed jasmine rice
🍽️Stir-fried vegetables
🍽️Egg drop soup

About This Dish

Authentic Hot and Sour Soup Recipe | Delicious Chinese Soup is a beloved dish from Chinese cuisine.

Chinese cuisine is one of the oldest and most diverse culinary traditions in the world, with thousands of years of history. Each of China's eight major regional cuisines offers unique flavors and cooking techniques.

This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 11 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, you can substitute the pork with additional tofu and use vegetable broth.

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Nutrition Facts

4 serving(s) per recipe

Serving size1 serving
Calories250kcal
Total Fat12gg
Sodium800mgmg
Total Carbohydrates15gg
Dietary Fiber2gg
Total Sugars3gg
Protein20gg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.

Recipe Details

CuisineChinese
CategorySoups