HOT AND SOUR PORK SOUP

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I found this recipe in a book called "Great American Favorite Brand Name Cookbook" and I have not tried it yet, but I'm trying to get some stuff up here before I have to return the book. So if anyone tries it and has any comments, let me know. Hope you enjoy!

Provided by PSU Lioness

Categories     Pork

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ounce dried Chinese mushrooms
2 (13 1/4 ounce) cans chicken broth or 3 1/2 cups chicken stock
2 cups orange juice
3/4 lb boneless pork, cut into julienne strips
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 lb tofu, drained and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
3/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/3 cup water

Steps:

  • In small bowl pour enough boiling water over mushrooms to cover. Let stand up to 30 minutes; drain.
  • In large saucepot combine mushrooms, broth, orange juice, pork, carrots, water chestnuts, soy sauce and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 3 minutes or until pork is cooked.
  • Add tofu, vinegar and Tabasco sauce.
  • Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; add to soup.
  • Stir constantly, bring to a boil over medium heat and boil for one minute.

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