Enjoy the delightful flavors of a popular Chinese soup filled with tender pork, smooth tofu, and tangy rice vinegar. This soup has been enjoyed in China for a long time and became popular in the United States with a milder taste. You can make it with different meats or even go vegetarian. Cornstarch is key for its thick texture, but be careful as it thickens when it cools.
Ingredients:
- Wood ear mushrooms
- Pork tenderloin
- Low-sodium soy sauce
- Shaoxing wine
- Cornstarch
- Chicken broth
- Shiitake mushrooms
- Spiced tofu
- Firm tofu
- Bamboo shoots
- Scallions
- Rice vinegar
- Dark soy sauce
- Sugar
- Crushed red pepper
- Ground white pepper
- Egg
Preparation:
- Soak wood ear mushrooms in hot water until they expand.
- Marinate pork with soy sauce, wine, and cornstarch.
- Simmer broth with pork, mushrooms, tofu, bamboo shoots, scallions, and seasonings.
- Thicken soup with cornstarch mixture.
- Drizzle in beaten egg to create ribbons.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Tips:
- Freeze extra pork for later use.
- Look for dry spiced tofu at Asian supermarkets.
- Adjust seasoning to your taste.
- Enjoy this comforting soup anytime!