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Hot and Sour Soup with Tofu

SUBMITTED BY: Ann Satler

"This soup is very similar to the kind you would find in your favorite Chinese restaurant. It consists of a rich, thick broth with some spices and mixed vegetables. It is absolutely delicious...enjoy!"

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PREP TIME	20 Min
COOK TIME	30 Min
READY IN	50 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 red bell pepper, chopped
3 green onions, chopped
2 cups water
2 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon cornstarch
3 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon sesame oil
6 ounces frozen snow peas
1 (8 ounce) package firm tofu, cubed
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained

DIRECTIONS

Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the red bell pepper and green onions and saute for 5 minutes. Then, add the 2 cups water, broth and soy sauce, reduce heat to medium low and simmer for 5 minutes.
In a separate medium bowl, combine the vinegar, red pepper flakes, ground black pepper, cornstarch, 3 tablespoons water and sesame oil. Add this to the soup and continue to simmer for 5 more minutes, or until soup becomes thick and bubbly.
Finally, mix in the tofu, snow peas and water chestnuts, and continue cooking 10 minutes, or until heated through.

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REVIEWS

Reviewed on jan. 25, 2004 by SHERIMA1

As my husband is Chinese, I would like to offer the following "tip" to make this more... MORE

Reviewed on jan. 25, 2004 by CRITIC

Not like in any Chinese restaurant I'VE been to in the past 40 years. I doubled the soy,... MORE

Reviewed on jan. 25, 2004 by SIECROSS

I made a couple of changes you might like! Double the viniger to 2 table spoons, triple the... MORE

Reviewed on jul. 24, 2003 by RedRobynNAU

I make a Hot and Sour Soup which is pretty similar...but with a few modifications! I use 3... MORE

Reviewed on feb. 20, 2004 by *ANISAH*

This had a most lovely flavor. My family and I loved this soup. A few suggestions...The bell... MORE

Reviewed on jan. 25, 2004 by CURTISLEE

The taste of this soup is fine. My wife and I both thought it was okay. Still, as others... MORE

Reviewed on jan. 25, 2004 by JASON_ICE_CARSON

I've searched for a restaurant-styled Hot & Sour Soup recipe and I thank the submitter for... MORE

Reviewed on jan. 25, 2004 by TLEMMONDS

I didn't really care for this recipe. However, my idea of hot and sour is jaded due to the... MORE

Reviewed on jan. 25, 2004 by LBOOKMAN

This is a favorite with my family - I usually add vegetables such as bok choy or Napa cabbage.... MORE

Reviewed on apr. 2, 2006 by MOMXL6

My husband and I liked this soup very much. I took the advice of one of the reviewers and... MORE

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