Hot and Sour Soup Recipe - Perfect Spicy Soup

Steps

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1. 1
   Prepare all your chosen vegetables by cutting them into small, uniform dice.
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2. 2
   Mix corn flour with water in a small bowl to create a smooth slurry that will be used to thicken the soup.
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3. 3
   Heat oil in a large pot and stir-fry ginger, garlic, green chili, and onion until aromatic and the onion becomes translucent.
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4. 4
   Add mushroom if using and stir-fry thoroughly until well combined.
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5. 5
   Add carrot, cabbage, beans, corn, and bell pepper with a pinch of salt. Stir-fry on high heat for 2 minutes, keeping the vegetables crisp and not overcooked.
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   Pour in water or vegetable stock and mix everything together thoroughly.
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   Add red chili sauce, vinegar, soy sauce, and black pepper powder, then adjust the flavors to your taste.
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   Restir the corn flour slurry and slowly pour it into the soup while continuously stirring to prevent lumps from forming.
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9. 9
   Bring the soup to a boil and simmer for 2 minutes, allowing all flavors to meld together and the soup to thicken properly.
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    Finish by garnishing with fresh coriander and spring onion, then serve hot and enjoy.
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