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Chinese Hot and Sour Soup
4 - 6 servings

[ INGREDIENTS ]

Vegetable Broth
Shiitake Mushrooms
Bamboo Shoots
Water Chestnuts
Soy Sauce
Black Pepper
Hot Sauce
Vinegar
Garlic
Green Onions
Chili Oil

[ INSTRUCTIONS ]

1. In a large pot, bring :
   
   6 Cups Vegetable Broth;
   to a simmer and then add :
   
   2 Cups Shiitake Mushrooms, Sliced;
   1 Can ( 8 Ounce ) Bamboo Shoots;
   1 Can ( 8 Ounce ) Water Chestnuts;
   2 Tablespoons Soy Sauce;
   1/2 Teaspoon Black Pepper;
   1 Teaspoon Hot Sauce;
   2 Tablespoons Vinegar;
   3 Garlic Cloves, Minced;.
2. Allow to simmer for at least 20 minutes.
3. Add :
   
   1/2 Cup Green Onions, Sliced;
   to the pot and simmer for about 5 more minutes.
4. Stir in :
   
   2 Tablespoons Chili Oil;.
5. Add additional soy sauce, hot sauce or vinegar to taste.
6. Enjoy your vegetarian hot and sour soup!

[ NOTE ]

Hot and sour soup is some what light, so feel free to add in some fried tofu or seitan for a boost of protein.

Thicker Hot and Sour Soup :
This recipe makes a thinner broth soup. For a thicker consistency, combine 3 Tablespoons Cornstarch with 3 Tablespoons Cold Water. Mix well and add to the soup after it has cooked for 20 minutes. Simmer the soup for 5 minutes, stirring it as it thickens. Once thickened, add the green onions and simmer 5 more minutes.

::: View the original recipe for Chinese Hot and Sour Soup at thespruce.com