Tofu Hot-and-Sour Soup

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
28%
Tofu Hot-and-Sour Soup
35 min.
6
63kcal

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Warm up your day with a delightful bowl of Tofu Hot-and-Sour Soup, a perfect blend of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds! This vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free recipe is not only healthy but also incredibly satisfying. With just 63 calories per serving, it’s an excellent choice for those looking to enjoy a light yet flavorful meal.

Imagine the comforting aroma of ginger and garlic wafting through your kitchen as you prepare this delicious soup. The combination of tender bok choy, crunchy carrots, and the unique texture of extra-firm tofu creates a delightful medley that is both nutritious and filling. The shiitake mushrooms add an earthy depth, while the red pepper sauce and white pepper provide just the right amount of heat to awaken your senses.

This soup is not just a meal; it’s an experience. Whether you’re serving it as a starter, a snack, or a light lunch, it’s sure to impress your family and friends. Plus, it’s ready in just 35 minutes, making it a quick and easy option for busy weeknights. So grab your Dutch oven and get ready to whip up a bowl of this hot-and-sour goodness that will leave you feeling warm and satisfied!

Ingredients

  • cup baby bok choy leaves chopped
  • 0.7 cup carrots shredded
  • 10.5 oz extra tofu drained cut into 2 1/2x1/4-inch strips
  • teaspoon ginger finely chopped
  • medium spring onion diagonally sliced
  •  mushrooms dried black (shiitake)
  • teaspoons hot sauce red
  • 0.3 cup rice vinegar 
  • 0.3 teaspoon sesame oil 
  • tablespoon soya sauce 
  • tablespoon vegetable broth dry reduced-sodium
  • cups vegetable broth reduced-sodium (from two 32-oz cartons)
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper white

Equipment

  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Soak mushrooms in hot water about 20 minutes or until soft; drain. Rinse with warm water; drain.
  2. Remove and discard stems; cut caps into thin strips.
  3. Heat mushrooms and remaining ingredients except tofu to boiling in 4-quart Dutch oven; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 5 minutes. Stir in tofu. Cover and simmer 3 to 5 minutes or until thoroughly heated.

Nutrition Facts

Calories63kcal
Protein37.89%
Fat17.63%
Carbs44.48%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31.81
Glycemic Load
0.74
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
7.9308695235978%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.64mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
1.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:63kcal
3.15%
Fat:1.26g
1.94%
Saturated Fat:0.19g
1.22%
Carbohydrates:7.14g
2.38%
Net Carbohydrates:5.11g
1.86%
Sugar:2.96g
3.29%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:236.38mg
10.28%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.09g
12.17%
Vitamin A:2973.09IU
59.46%
Vitamin K:22.75µg
21.67%
Vitamin C:8.45mg
10.24%
Copper:0.18mg
9.22%
Phosphorus:83.68mg
8.37%
Fiber:2.03g
8.13%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.35%
Potassium:244.66mg
6.99%
Vitamin B3:1.2mg
6%
Iron:1.03mg
5.72%
Magnesium:22.21mg
5.55%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.05%
Folate:19.23µg
4.81%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.39%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
4.04%
Calcium:40.1mg
4.01%
Vitamin B5:0.37mg
3.67%
Zinc:0.5mg
3.36%
Selenium:2.08µg
2.97%
Vitamin E:0.15mg
1.01%