Hot and Sour Soup with Tofu |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes |
Ready In: 50 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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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! Ingredients:
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:
1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Finally, mix in the tofu, snow peas and water chestnuts, and continue cooking 10 minutes, or until heated through.
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