pork slices with sour soup

How to Make Sour Soup with Pork: A Complete Guide

Sour Soup with Pork (Suan Tang Rou Pian) is a beloved Chinese dish known for its vibrant broth and tender slices. Here’s a step-by-step guide to recreate this flavorful meal at home.

Ingredients:

- 200g pork loin, thinly sliced

- 3-4 sour soup packs (or substitute with fermented bamboo shoots and chili for tang)

- 1 wood ear mushroom, soaked and sliced

- 1 tomato, diced

- Tofu, cubed (optional)

- Seasonings: soy sauce, vinegar, white pepper, salt, and a pinch of sugar.

Steps:

1. Marinate the pork: Mix slices with 1 tsp soy sauce, 1 tsp starch, and a dash of oil. Let sit for 15 minutes.

2. Prepare broth: In a pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add sour soup packs, fermented bamboo shoots, and tomato. Simmer for 10 minutes to deepen the flavor.

3. Cook the pork: Gently slide marinated pork into the broth. Cook for 2-3 minutes until no longer pink.

4. Add vegetables: Stir in wood ear mushrooms and tofu. Simmer for 5 more minutes.

5. Season: Add 1 tbsp vinegar, 1 tsp soy sauce, white pepper, and salt to taste. Adjust with a pinch of sugar to balance the sourness.

6. Thicken (optional): Mix 1 tsp cornstarch with cold water, drizzle in, and stir until slightly thickened.

Serve hot with steamed rice. The combination of tangy broth, tender pork, and fresh vegetables makes this dish a comforting favorite. Enjoy!

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