Best 3 Mandarin Soup Recipes

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Mandarin soup, a classic Chinese dish, is a delightful and flavorful soup that combines the essence of traditional Chinese flavors with a unique blend of ingredients. Its captivating aroma and vibrant colors make it a popular choice for gatherings and special occasions. Whether you are a seasoned cook or a beginner, crafting the perfect mandarin soup requires careful selection of ingredients and a touch of culinary expertise. In this comprehensive guide, we will take you on a culinary journey to discover the best recipe for mandarin soup, providing step-by-step instructions, ingredient recommendations, and helpful tips to ensure a delectable and satisfying culinary experience.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

MANDARIN HOT AND SOUR PORK SOUP



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Make and share this Mandarin Hot and Sour Pork Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Liara

Categories     Pork

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

8 cups soup stock, 6-8 cups
1/2 square bean curd (optional)
3 dried black mushrooms, Soaked and shredded
4 wood ear mushrooms, Soaked and shredded. (optional)
1 slice ham, cooked, shredded (optional)
1 teaspoon chili oil (optional)
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon sugar
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 lb pork, lean
1/4 cup bamboo shoot, Shredded
2 tablespoons button mushrooms, sliced (canned)
2 stalks green onions, chopped
4 tablespoons vinegar
1/4 white pepper
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
3 tablespoons cornstarch, disolved in 3 teaspoons of water

Steps:

  • Bring soup stock to a boil, add.
  • shredded pork, black mushrooms and wood ears.
  • Cook 2-3 minutes.
  • Add remainder of ingredients and seasonings (except cornstarch, eggs, and green onion) reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes.
  • Thicken with cornstarch and turn off heat.
  • Slowly pour in beaten eggs in a thin stream while stirring.
  • Serve immediately.
  • Garnish with green onion.
  • If soup is to be prepared ahead of time, do not add cornstarch and eggs until serving time.
  • Otherwise the egg will be overcooked and spoil the appearance.
  • Soup should be quite hot and sour.
  • Adjust the hotness with varying amount of white pepper and the sourness with different amounts of vinegar.

MANDARIN SOUP



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This is a sweet and salty soup, for low sodium leave out the soy sauce, but it will not taste the same (somewhere on here is a recipe for low sodium soy sauce). This soup reheats and freezes well.

Provided by celestial_star03

Categories     Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 large fresh shiitake mushrooms
2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
2 skinless chicken thighs, and fat removed
6 cups water
1 leek, chopped
1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot or 1 teaspoon dried ginger
3 tablespoons soy sauce
5 scallions, diced
1/2 cup snow peas, destringed and cut into thirds
1/2 cup mung bean sprouts
1 tablespoon dry sherry
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained

Steps:

  • Snap the stems off the mushrooms. Reserve the caps.
  • Put the stems in a pot with the garlic, chicken, water, and leek, and simmer for 45 minutes.
  • Strain the stock, discard the vegetables, and set the chicken aside.
  • Put the stock back in the pot. It will have been reduced by about one-third, do not add water.
  • Take the chicken off the bones and cube it, add it to the pot.
  • Add the ginger, soy sauce, scallions, snow peas, bean sprouts, pepper, and sherry to the soup.
  • Slice the mushroom caps and put them inches.
  • Puree the mandarin oranges and add them to the pot.
  • Bring the soup to a gentle simmer. Cook for 10 minutes, check the seasonings add more pepper add soy sauce if needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148.3, Fat 1.8, SaturatedFat 0.4, Cholesterol 28.6, Sodium 803.3, Carbohydrate 21.3, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 11.7, Protein 10.7

MANDARIN SOUP (PEIPING T'ANG SOUP)



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Make and share this Mandarin Soup (Peiping T'ang Soup) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dienia B.

Categories     Chinese

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 lb pork, shaved
1 tablespoon oil
1/2 cup carrot, grated
1/2 cup celery, diced
1 cup mushroom, sliced
6 cups chicken stock
1/2 cup spinach, chopped
1 egg, beaten
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup water

Steps:

  • Trim the pork of all fat; cut into match stick like pieces.
  • Heat oil; saute pork for 5 minutes.
  • Add carrots; add celery; add mushrooms; cook for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in chicken stock and spinach.
  • Bring to a boil; stir briskly; add beaten egg slowly.
  • Mix cornstarch into water; add to soup; stir until thick.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices will give your soup the best flavor. If possible, buy organic ingredients to avoid pesticides and herbicides.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot: When adding ingredients to the soup, don't overcrowd the pot. This will prevent the soup from cooking evenly and will make it more difficult to achieve a flavorful broth.
  • Simmer, don't boil: Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Simmering will help to develop the flavors of the soup without overcooking the ingredients.
  • Season to taste: Taste the soup as you're cooking it and adjust the seasonings as needed. Be careful not to over-season the soup, as you can always add more seasonings later.
  • Garnish before serving: Before serving, garnish the soup with fresh herbs, a drizzle of olive oil, or a sprinkle of grated cheese. This will add a touch of flavor and color to the soup.

Conclusion:

Mandarin soup is a delicious and nutritious soup that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken or vegetables. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a delicious and satisfying soup that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful soup, give mandarin soup a try. You won't be disappointed!

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