Hot And Sour Soup With Shrimp Recipe

A vibrant and flavorful Hot and Sour Shrimp Soup recipe, bursting with fresh lemon juice's tangy zest and the satisfying spice of chili oil. This Cooking Light-inspired recipe is quick, easy, and perfect for a weeknight meal. Enjoy tender shrimp and silken tofu in a delicious, subtly sour broth – adjust the lemon juice to your preferred level of tartness!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 96.9 kcal
Protein 29g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Hot And Sour Soup With Shrimp

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How to Make Hot And Sour Soup With Shrimp

  1. In a large saucepan, combine 4 cups chicken broth, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, and 1 tablespoon grated ginger.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  4. Add 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (or more, to taste), 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp, and 1/2 cup cubed firm or silken tofu to the saucepan.
  5. Bring the soup back to a boil.
  6. Cook for 2 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and almost cooked through.
  7. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon cornstarch and 2 tablespoons cold water until smooth.
  8. Gradually whisk the cornstarch slurry into the soup.
  9. Cook for 1 minute, whisking constantly, until the soup slightly thickens.
  10. Slowly drizzle in 1 large egg white, whisking continuously to create delicate strands.
  11. Remove the soup from the heat.
  12. Stir in 1 teaspoon chili oil, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

0g

Carbs

2g