Hot And Sour Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 ounces shiitake mushrooms, stems removed and caps thinly sliced
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 teaspoons peanut oil or 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
2 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes or 1 teaspoon chili oil
1 cup shredded cooked chicken
2 cups coleslaw mix or 2 cups shredded napa cabbage
2 tablespoons cold water
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon sesame oil

Preparation

In a large pot, saute mushrooms and garlic in hot oil over medium heat for 4 minutes, stir frequently.
Add in broth, vinegar, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes; stir; bring to a boil.
Add in chicken and cabbage; lower heat and simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes.
In a little bowl, add the cold water and cornstarch; stir to combine.
Add to the soup; simmer for 2 minutes or until thickened.
Remove from heat; stir in sesame oil.