Spicy Chicken Soup with Bamboo Shoots (酸辣笋尖鸡汤)

This 酸辣笋尖鸡汤 (Spicy Chicken Soup with Bamboo Shoots) is a classic dish from Yunnan Cuisine, known for its bold and vibrant flavors. The combination of tender chicken, crunchy bamboo shoots, and spicy broth makes for a comforting and satisfying soup.

Spicy Chicken Soup with Bamboo Shoots (酸辣笋尖鸡汤)

Ingredients

  • 500g chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 200g bamboo shoots, sliced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp chili paste
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, grated
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat some oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, and sauté until fragrant.
  2. Add the chicken pieces to the pot and cook until they are no longer pink.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and chili paste. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes.
  4. Add the sliced bamboo shoots to the pot and simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
  5. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve the spicy chicken soup with bamboo shoots hot, garnished with chopped green onions if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
25g
Fat
10g
Carbohydrates
15g

Supplies

Large pot Cutting board Knife Grater Measuring spoons Measuring cups Ladle

Tools

Stove Serving bowls Soup ladle

Serving suggestions

Serve the 酸辣笋尖鸡汤 (Spicy Chicken Soup with Bamboo Shoots) with steamed rice or crusty bread for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick of heat, add more chili paste or fresh chili peppers to the soup. Adjust the spiciness according to your preference.

Cost

$15