Zesty Hot and Sour Chicken Soup for Quick Comfort and Flavor

Discover the comforting Zesty Hot and Sour Chicken Soup, a quick meal ready in just 45 minutes, with a blend of flavors that warms the soul.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 bowls

Course: Chicken

Cuisine: Thai

Calories: 118

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Soup Base

6 cups Chicken Broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian option
3-5 pieces Red Thai Chilis adjust based on heat tolerance
1 stalk Lemongrass cut into sections
3-4 pieces Kaffir Lime Leaves torn
2 inches Galangal or ginger as an alternative
1 piece Shallot quartered

For the Main Ingredients

1 pound Chicken breast or thigh fillets
8 ounces Mushrooms straw, beech, or enoki

For Seasoning and Garnish

3 tablespoons Fish Sauce or coconut aminos for vegetarian
2 tablespoons Lime Juice fresh is best
2 tablespoons Roasted Chili Paste or sriracha
1 bunch Cilantro for garnish, optional
1 cup Cherry Tomatoes optional

Equipment

Large Pot

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the herbs by bruising the red Thai chilis, lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, and quartered shallot.
In a pot, heat chicken broth and add prepared herbs and shallots. Simmer for 10-30 minutes.
Add sliced mushrooms and chicken fillets to the pot, cooking for 5-10 minutes or until done.
Stir in fish sauce, lime juice, and roasted chili paste, adjusting seasoning to taste.
Remove from heat, serve in bowls, and garnish with cilantro and optional lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 118kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 15gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For added flavor, ensure herbs are bruised well and use fresh ingredients. This soup can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for 2 months.

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