SZECHUAN-STYLE HOT AND SOUR SOUP

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Categories     Soup/Stew     Chicken     Healthy     Boil

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/2 pound pork shoulder, julienned (pulled chicken from the thighs or legs works as sub)
1 teaspoon sesame oil, plus 1 teaspoon
1 teaspoon thin soy sauce, plus 2 tablespoons
1 teaspoon cornstarch
Peanut oil, to cook
4 dried chiles, chopped
1 tablespoon minced ginger
8 cups home made chicken stock
1 teaspoon sugar
1 cup bamboo shoots, julienne (buy whole shoots and soak in water for 30 minutes, then cut)
1/2 cup dried wood ear, re-hydrated and julienned (definitely fresh if available)
2 eggs lightly beaten
1-2 tablespoons cornstarch, mixed with cold water to form a paste
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup chopped scallions
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
Salt
1 teaspoon ground szechuan pepper freshly ground
sliced fresh red chillis

Steps:

  • Combine the pork with the sesame oil, soy, and cornstarch. Let stand for 30 minutes. In a hot stockpot, add oil and sear the pork, stirring quickly then set aside. Add the chiles and ginger, and stir. Add the stock, sugar, bamboo and wood ear and bring to a boil. Season. While boiling, drizzle in the egg to form ribbons. Add the cornstarch and stir constantly to thicken. Add vinegar, soy, sesame oil, scallions and cilantro including the pork and check for seasoning. I love my soup tart and spicy so more vinegar and white pepper can be added.

Onhtamir Tseren
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Overall, I enjoyed this soup. It was flavorful and easy to make. I'll definitely make it again!


Calvin Shimy
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The soup was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll use less sugar next time.


Gomolemo Mmotla
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The soup was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll use less soy sauce next time.


md m ali
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The soup was too thick for my taste. I think I'll add more broth next time.


Rahma Amrane
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The soup was a bit bland. I think I'll add more spices next time.


Nahiyan Sagor
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The soup was a bit too sour for my taste. I think I'll add less vinegar next time.


AM jobayet
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I wasn't a fan of the black vinegar. I think it overpowered the other flavors in the soup.


shami ff
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This soup is a bit spicy for me, but I still enjoyed it. Next time, I'll use less chili oil.


Tanvir Hajari
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I'm always looking for new and exciting soup recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's unique and flavorful, and I can't wait to make it again!


Chalana Pramodth
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This soup is a real crowd-pleaser. I've served it at several parties, and it's always a hit.


ebrahim 555
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I've already made it several times, and I'm always finding new ways to customize it.


Kim Queen
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken or tofu.


Cathtrina Jeffery
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's definitely a keeper!


Habib Chowdhury
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This soup is the perfect blend of spicy and sour. It's sure to clear your sinuses!


Cawayne Terrelonge
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I love the addition of the black vinegar. It gives the soup a really unique flavor.


Saju gaming
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Wow! This soup is amazing! The flavors are complex and well-balanced.


Asad Rao
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This is my new go-to soup recipe. It's so comforting and satisfying, especially on a cold day.


Aapil
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I love how easy this recipe was to follow. Even as a beginner cook, I was able to make a restaurant-quality soup!


Pinky 5
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The soup was so incredibly delicious and flavorful! The perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and sour.