Dragonfire Hot and Sour Soup (龙火酸辣汤)

龙火酸辣汤 (Dragonfire Hot and Sour Soup) is a classic dish from Chinese Imperial Cuisine that is known for its bold flavors and spicy kick. This soup is a perfect balance of heat and tanginess, making it a popular choice for those who enjoy a little heat in their meals.

Dragonfire Hot and Sour Soup (龙火酸辣汤)

Ingredients

  • 1 block of firm tofu, cubed
  • 4 dried shiitake mushrooms, rehydrated and sliced
  • 1/2 cup bamboo shoots, sliced
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili oil
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch dissolved in 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
  • 1/4 cup white pepper

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, bring the vegetable broth to a boil.
  2. Add the tofu, mushrooms, and bamboo shoots to the pot and simmer for 10 minutes.
  3. Stir in the rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, chili oil, and sugar.
  4. Slowly pour in the cornstarch mixture while stirring constantly to thicken the soup.
  5. Drizzle the beaten eggs into the soup while stirring gently to create egg ribbons.
  6. Season with white pepper and garnish with green onions before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
10g
Fat
5g

Supplies

Large pot Stirring spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Soup ladle Serving bowls

Serving suggestions

龙火酸辣汤 (Dragonfire Hot and Sour Soup) is best served hot and pairs well with steamed white rice or a side of stir-fried vegetables.

Tips & tricks

For an extra spicy kick, add a few slices of fresh red chili peppers to the soup before serving.

Cost

$15