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.
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
- In a large pot, heat some oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the chicken pieces to the pot and cook until they are no longer pink.
- 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.
- Add the sliced bamboo shoots to the pot and simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
- Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
- 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