Hot and Sour Soup (The Easiest Recipe Ever) - Rasa Malaysia (2024)

FAQs

What is the broth made of in hot and sour soup? ›

The soup broth

Chinese Hot and Sour soup broth is made with chicken stock which is flavoured with typical Asian ingredients such as soy sauce, sugar, pepper and ginger. The soup is thickened slightly using cornstarch/cornflour – I love how the glossy broth coats the ingredients when you scoop it up!

You might be seeing wood ear mushrooms in your soup. They're black and can be found in Chinese soups, adding an umami punch of flavor.

Consuming hot and sour soup helps in preventing the movement of the white blood cells which are responsible for inflammation. This further helps in providing relief from common health issues like cold, cough, mucus among others.

Hot from the chili sauce and sour from the rice vinegar. This soup usually has a slightly gelatinous texture due to the added cornstarch or tapioca starch and an abundance of texture from the tofu, vegetables and scrambled egg strands.

A little bicarbonate of soda (baking soda) to reduce the sourness or. add a little sugar to balance the acid in the tomato. Add a little lemon juice, vinegar or hot sauce and just go with a sour stew.

Is hot and sour chicken soup healthy? Yes, homemade hot & sour chicken soup can be very healthy as you control the ingredients. Optimize nutrition by minimizing added starch, using lean protein, and avoiding adding sugar.

Luosifen is nicknamed a "bioweapon" by some due to its fecal-like odor, while enthusiasts believe that the scent gives the soul to the soup.

3 eggs – Eggs make the beautiful silky egg ribbons that is a signature of Hot and Sour Soup!

Leftover hot and sour soup will last in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. I don't recommend freezing it because the texture of both the eggs and the tofu will be affected.

It is highly recommended that this recipe be relished by diabetics only occasionally and in small quantities.

Is hot and sour soup good for your liver? ›

Hot and sour soup supports healthy Liver function. The taste of sour resonates directly with the Liver and helps promote flow. Once you learn how to make the base of the soup, try using different ingredients.

Add Acid: Acidic ingredients like lemon juice or vinegar can help balance the heat. Start by adding small amounts and adjust to taste. Add Sweetness: Sweet ingredients like sugar, honey, or maple syrup can help counteract the spiciness. Again, add gradually and adjust to taste.

Mix in a small spoonful of sugar into lighter soups.

If the soup still tastes a bit acidic, stir in another small spoonful of sugar into the dish. This solution works better with dishes that have lighter flavors, like lemon. Don't overdo it! You don't want to make your soup taste extra sweet on accident.

Hot, Sour, and Thick

In certain Chinese traditions, hot and sour soup is thickened with blood from either a chicken or a pig. Not only is blood not easy to come by in the US, it's also not high on most folks' lists of "things I love to eat," including mine.

Bone broth is liquid made from boiling animal bones and connective tissue. Chefs use stock as a base for soups, sauces, and gravies. Some people drink it on its own. People have been making bone broth since the beginning of humankind.