Best 14 Sweet And Sour Chicken Soup Recipes

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Are you craving a heartwarming and flavorful soup that perfectly balances sweet and sour flavors? Look no further! Sweet and sour chicken soup is an exquisite dish that combines the tanginess of vinegar with the natural sweetness of pineapple and the savory richness of chicken, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. With its vibrant colors and aromatic broth, this soup is sure to bring warmth and comfort to your table. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a comforting dish to serve at a special gathering, our carefully curated selection of sweet and sour chicken soup recipes will delight your palate and leave you craving more.

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SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN I



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Pan fried chicken cubes served with a sweet and sour sauce.

Provided by LINDAHU

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Chinese

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained (juice reserved)
¼ cup cornstarch
1 ¾ cups water, divided
¾ cup white sugar
½ cup distilled white vinegar
2 drops orange food color
8 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch cubes
2 ¼ cups self-rising flour
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons cornstarch
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
1 egg
1 ½ cups water
1 quart vegetable oil for frying
2 green bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine 1 1/2 cups water, sugar, vinegar, reserved pineapple juice, and orange food coloring. Heat to boiling. Turn off heat. Combine 1/4 cup cornstarch and 1/4 cup water; slowly stir into saucepan. Continue stirring until mixture thickens.
  • Combine flour, 2 tablespoons oil, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, salt, white pepper, and egg. Add 1 1/2 cups water gradually to make a thick batter. Stir to blend thoroughly. Add chicken pieces, and stir until chicken is well coated.
  • Heat oil in skillet or wok to 360 degrees F (180 degrees C). Fry chicken pieces in hot oil 10 minutes, or until golden. Remove chicken, and drain on paper towels.
  • When ready to serve, layer green peppers, pineapple chunks, and cooked chicken pieces on a platter. Pour hot sweet and sour sauce over top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 639.3 calories, Carbohydrate 56.2 g, Cholesterol 160.1 mg, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 59.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 758.6 mg, Sugar 23.6 g

SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN



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Instead of deep-frying chunks of chicken, this streamlined take on an American Chinese restaurant favorite opts for stir-frying it. Sweetness comes from pineapple chunks and juice, plus a touch of brown sugar, while rice wine vinegar delivers that pleasing sour punch.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 boneless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
Salt and pepper
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 cup canned pineapple chunks, drained with 1/2 cup reserved juice
3 tablespoons light brown sugar
3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
1/4 cup chicken broth
4 teaspoons cornstarch, mixed with 4 teaspoons water
Cooked rice, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large non-stick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken strips with salt and pepper and add to pan. Brown chicken and remove to plate. Add red and green peppers and cook for 1 minute.
  • Stir in pineapple chunks, juice, sugar, vinegar and broth and bring to a simmer. Simmer until sauce begins to reduce. Stir in cornstarch mixture and bring liquid to a simmer. Stir in chicken strips and cook for 5 minutes. Serve over rice.

SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 38m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 cup rice wine vinegar
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 cup pineapple juice
1 cup granulated sugar
2 jalapeno chiles, coarsely chopped
2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, finely diced
1/2 yellow bell pepper, finely diced
Canola oil
1/4 pound steamed snow peas
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint leaves
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves, plus more for garnish
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 boneless chicken breasts, 8-ounces each
3 tablespoons canola oil
Salt and pepper
Steamed brown rice

Steps:

  • Heat the grill to high. Place the vinegars, soy sauce, pineapple juice, sugar, jalapeno and ginger in a medium saucepan and cook over high heat until reduced by half, stirring occasionally. If the sauce becomes too thick, thin with a little bit of water.
  • Strain the sauce through a strainer into a bowl. Briefly saute the red and yellow pepper in canola oil and then stir in the sauce along with the snow peas, mint and cilantro and season with salt and pepper.
  • Brush the chicken on both sides with the oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill until golden brown on both sides and just cooked through, about 8 minutes, while also brushing with any remaining glaze. Place the rice on a large plate. Remove the chicken from the grill/ and immediately drizzle with the sauce.

SWEET & SOUR CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken breast, salt, pepper, cornstarch, eggs, oil, oil, garlic, bell pepper, cider vinegar, soy sauce, ketchup, sugar, scallion, sesame seed

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
½ cup cornstarch
2 eggs, beaten
oil, to fry
1 tablespoon oil
½ tablespoon garlic, minced
1 bell pepper, diced
¾ cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
¼ cup ketchup
½ cup sugar
scallion, chopped
sesame seed

Steps:

  • Season chicken with salt and pepper. Coat with cornstarch, dip in beaten egg.
  • Fry until golden, crispy and cooked through. Set aside. Dab with paper towel if greasy.
  • In a large pan, heat oil and fry garlic until fragrant.
  • Add the bell pepper, cider vinegar, soy sauce, ketchup and sugar. Bring to a boil.
  • When the sauce has thickened, add the fried chicken. Toss to coat.
  • Garnish with chopped scallions and sesame seeds. Serve with rice.
  • Nutrition Calories: 2960 Fat: 261 grams Carbs: 77 grams Fiber: 1 grams Sugars: 44 grams Protein: 75 grams
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480 calories, Carbohydrate 38 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 39 grams, Sugar 22 grams

HOT AND SOUR CHICKEN SOUP



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Very good and very easy to make Asian soup. My husband is a chef, and he said that this was fantastic! (He's hard to impress.) We finished the pot in one sitting.

Provided by MORPHIUS_RAE

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Chicken Soup Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 cups chicken broth
½ cup water
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
½ cup sliced bamboo shoots, drained
3 slices fresh ginger root
2 cloves garlic, crushed
2 teaspoons soy sauce
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into thin strips
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 green onions, chopped
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 egg, beaten

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine the chicken broth, water, mushrooms, bamboo shoots, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and hot pepper flakes. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer while you assemble the rest of the ingredients.
  • Place the chicken slices into a bowl and toss with the sesame oil to coat. In a separate bowl, stir together the cornstarch and vinegar, and set aside.
  • Increase the heat under the broth to medium-high, and return to a rolling boil. Add the chicken slices. Return to a boil, and then drizzle in the egg while stirring slowly to create long strands of egg. Stir in the vinegar and cornstarch. Simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and the broth has thickened slightly, about 3 minutes. Serve garnished with green onions and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.9 calories, Carbohydrate 9.3 g, Cholesterol 109.6 mg, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 26.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 1095.3 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

EASY SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN



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This a really easy recipe that the whole family will enjoy! Serve over rice.

Provided by wmbloomer

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
3 celery ribs, sliced
2 green bell peppers, diced
1 onion, chopped
½ cup ketchup
½ cup lemon juice
½ cup crushed pineapple with syrup
⅓ cup packed brown sugar

Steps:

  • Combine flour, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a shallow dish.
  • Roll and coat chicken cubes in flour mixture.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Cook and stir chicken in hot oil until not longer pink in the center and juices run clear, 8 to 10 minutes; remove and set aside.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in the same skillet over medium heat.
  • Cook and stir celery, green peppers, and onion in heated oil until slightly tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Return chicken to the skillet.
  • Whisk ketchup, lemon juice, pineapple, and brown sugar in a bowl; pour into the skillet; bring to a boil.
  • Cook and stir chicken and vegetables in sauce until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420.6 calories, Carbohydrate 49.3 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 27.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 870.1 mg, Sugar 31.6 g

QUICK & EASY HOT-AND-SOUR CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP



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Keep tasting the broth and add as much chilli and rice vinegar as you like to get the right balance of flavours

Provided by Ching-He Huang

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Soup

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 14

140g dried wholewheat noodle
1 tbsp groundnut oil
2 tbsp grated ginger
1 medium red chilli , deseeded and finely chopped
4 skinless, boneless chicken thighs , chopped into small chunks
1 tbsp Shaohsing rice wine
700ml hot vegetable stock
4 chestnut mushrooms , sliced
1 tsp dark soy sauce
2 tbsp light soy sauce
2 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp cornflour mixed with 2 tbsp cold water to make a paste
1 handful beansprouts
2 spring onions , sliced

Steps:

  • Bring a small pan of water to the boil and cook the noodles following pack instructions. Drain, rinse under cold running water to stop them cooking further, then drizzle over a little oil to prevent them sticking together. Divide between 2 deep bowls.
  • Heat a wok over high heat and add the rest of the oil. When it starts to smoke, add the ginger and chilli, then stir-fry for a few secs. Add the chicken and stir-fry for 2 mins. As the meat starts to turn brown, add the rice wine and cook for 3 mins more. Add the vegetable stock, bring to a simmer, then add the mushrooms. Season with the dark soy, light soy and rice vinegar.
  • Bring back to a simmer, then add the cornflour paste. Simmer and stir until thickened. Stir in the beansprouts and most of the spring onions, then ladle the soup over the noodles. Serve immediately, scattered with the remaining spring onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 407 calories, Fat 12 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 33 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 6 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 42 grams protein, Sodium 5.1 milligram of sodium

SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN SOUP



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Make and share this Sweet and Sour Chicken Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by F-16 momma

Categories     Chicken

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
6 cups chicken stock
1 1/2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 1/2 cups mushroom caps, sliced thin
1 1/2 cups chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
2 cups spinach leaves, thinly sliced
1 1/2 ounces angel hair pasta, uncooked
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon white pepper

Steps:

  • In a large soup pot, saute onion and garlic in 2 tsp olive oil for 3 minute.
  • Add ginger for 30 sec.
  • Add stock and mushrooms and bring to a boil.
  • Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 30 minute
  • Stir in chicken, spinach, and noodles; cook for 5 minute.

SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN SOUP



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This is a simple, quick and easy, yet very tasty and healthy chicken soup. Recipe courtesy of my Mom's stash.

Provided by Hey Jude

Categories     Chicken

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 cups low-fat chicken broth
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon peeled minced fresh ginger
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon white pepper (important to use WHITE pepper, this isn't the same with black)
1 1/2 cups thinly sliced shiitake mushroom caps
2 cups shredded cooked chicken
2 cups thinly sliced spinach leaves
1 1/2 ounces somen noodles (wheat noodles) or 1 1/2 ounces angel hair pasta, uncooked

Steps:

  • Combine first 8 ingredients in a large Dutch oven; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 30 minutes.
  • Stir in chicken, spinach and noodles; cook 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130.2, Fat 3.3, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 35, Sodium 569.4, Carbohydrate 11.6, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 1.6, Protein 13.7

SWEET-AND-SOUR CHICKEN



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My husband and I moved to the country 10 years ago, and I love it! We keep busy with daily chores, so I appreciate quick and easy meals like this.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
3 celery ribs, sliced
2 medium green peppers, diced
1 medium onion, diced
1/2 cup ketchup
1/2 cup lemon juice
1/2 cup crushed pineapple with syrup
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a shallow dish, combine the flour, garlic powder, salt and pepper; coat chicken. In a skillet, saute chicken in 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat for 8-10 minutes or until tender. Remove and set aside. , Saute the celery, green peppers and onion in remaining oil for 5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Return chicken pan. Combine the ketchup, lemon juice, pineapple and brown sugar; add to skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until heated through. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 513mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

CLASSIC SWEET-AND-SOUR CHICKEN



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Purchased sweet-and-sour sauce takes the work out of preparing this traditional dish, which tastes very much like the takeout version. "Before we were married, my husband surprised me by cooking this after a long day at work," recalls Holly Tittel of Great Bend, Kansas.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup water
1 egg
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon white pepper
Oil for frying
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
SWEET-AND-SOUR SAUCE:
2 jars (10 ounces each) sweet-and-sour sauce
2 medium carrots, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks, drained
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, water, egg, baking powder, sugar, salt and pepper. In an electric skillet, heat 1/4 in. of oil to 375°. Dip chicken into batter. Fry in oil, a few pieces at a time, for 1 to 1-1/2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels., In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the sweet-and-sour sauce, carrots, green pepper, onion and pineapple. Cover and microwave on high for 4-6 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Serve chicken and sauce with rice.

Nutrition Facts :

SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN



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Make and share this Sweet and Sour Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kim M.

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h40m

Yield 6 breasts, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
16 ounces Russian salad dressing
12 ounces apricot preserves
1 1/4 ounces Lipton Onion Soup Mix

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Arrange the chicken in an oblong baking dish.
  • Mix together the Russian dressing, apricot preserves and onion soup mix. Pour over the chicken.
  • Cover with foil and bake covered at 350 degrees for one hour. Uncover and bake for another 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 920.7, Fat 34.5, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 113.3, Sodium 2249.6, Carbohydrate 119.2, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 72.5, Protein 39.9

CRISPY SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN



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If you want something other than the ordinary mushy coated sweet and sour chicken, then I suppose this is one you should try. I learned how to make this from watching my mother make it.

Provided by Uluru

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Chinese     Main Dishes     Chicken

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 24

3 large egg yolks
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon salt
ground black pepper to taste
3 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
3 large egg whites
1 cup water
1 cup cornstarch
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup hot water
¼ cup white sugar
3 tablespoons sweet rice wine
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
¼ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon vegetable oil, or as needed
1 medium bell pepper, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Whisk egg yolks, soy sauce, cornstarch, salt, and pepper for marinade together in a bowl and pour into a resealable plastic bag. Add chicken, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes.
  • Beat egg whites for coating in a bowl until foamy. Add water, then cornstarch, then flour, mixing completely after each addition.
  • Combine hot water, sugar, rice wine, vinegar, cornstarch, soy sauce, bouillon granules, and salt for glaze in a bowl.
  • Remove chicken from the refrigerator. Dip each piece in coating.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat until hot. Add chicken and cook in small batches until crispy, about 5 minutes per batch. Remove chicken to a plate and drain oil from the wok.
  • Add bell pepper and garlic to the wok and stir-fry until tender, about 3 minutes. Remove from the wok onto a separate dish.
  • Add pineapple chunks to the wok. Stir the reserved glaze and pour over pineapple. Simmer until sauce thickens, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add chicken and bell pepper mixture back to the wok; toss everything together. Drizzle sesame oil over top, stir, and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 442.1 calories, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 173.9 mg, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 40.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 748 mg, Sugar 10.9 g

QUICK SWEET-AND-SOUR CHICKEN



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On a really busy night, this quick entree with a frozen stir-fry mix and chicken nuggets will hit the spot in no time. -Mary Tallman, Arbor Vitae, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 package (13.2 ounces) breaded chicken nuggets
1 package (21 ounces) frozen sweet-and-sour stir-fry mix
1 package (8.8 ounces) ready-to-serve brown rice
3 tablespoons salted cashews

Steps:

  • Cook chicken nuggets according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook stir-fry mix, covered, over medium heat for 6-8 minutes or until heated through. Stir in chicken nuggets., Microwave rice according to package directions. Serve with stir-fry mixture; sprinkle with cashews.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 717 calories, Fat 29g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 1258mg sodium, Carbohydrate 83g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

Tips for Making Sweet and Sour Chicken Soup:

  • Use fresh ingredients whenever possible. This will give your soup the best flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients. Sweet and sour chicken soup is a versatile dish that can easily be adapted to your own tastes. Try adding different vegetables, fruits, or spices.
  • Don't overcook the chicken. Overcooked chicken can be tough and chewy. Cook it just until it is cooked through.
  • Serve the soup immediately. Sweet and sour chicken soup is best when served hot and fresh. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Sweet and sour chicken soup is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying soup that the whole family will enjoy.

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