Hot and Sour Soup with Tofu

Tofu can be a delicious and low-fat source of protein when prepared properly, and this soup recipe is a great way to introduce it to your family. Sesame oil and water chestnuts make this soup especially tasty.

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Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the red bell pepper and green onions and saute for 5 minutes. Then, add the 2 cups water, broth and soy sauce, reduce heat to medium low and simmer for 5 minutes.

In a separate medium bowl, combine the vinegar, red pepper flakes, ground black pepper, cornstarch, 3 tablespoons water and sesame oil. Add this to the soup and continue to simmer for 5 more minutes, or until soup becomes thick and bubbly.

Finally, mix in the tofu, snow peas and water chestnuts, and continue cooking 10 minutes, or until heated through.

Hot and Sour Soup with Tofu

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