Chef John's Hot and Sour Soup

By Chef John

4.5 / 5

20min

30min

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¾ ounce dried shiitake mushrooms
2 tablespoons soy sauce or more to taste
¼ cup seasoned rice vinegar
1 teaspoon ground white pepper or to taste
¼ teaspoon sesame oil
3 tablespoons cornstarch or as needed
3 tablespoons water or as needed
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger root
¼ cup sliced green onions
4 cups chicken broth
¼ cup grated carrot
2 tablespoons thinly sliced red bell pepper
½ cup bamboo shoots
1 cup cubed tofu
2 large eggs beaten