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Wash the chicken
Clean and wash the chicken. Drain and keep it aside.
Hot and sour chicken soup
Hot and sour chicken soup has 97.5 calories per serving (1 Small Cup) — that's 94.7 calories per 100g. It provides 8.7g protein, 2.8g carbs, and 5.7g fat. With a medium glycemic index (GI: 61), this recipe is suitable for heart health. It contains anti-inflammatory ingredients like turmeric and ginger.
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- Serving Size 1 Small Cup (100 g)
- Calories97.5 kcal
- Carbs2.8 g (11.1 kcal)
- Protein8.7 g (34.8 kcal)
- Fats5.7 g (51.7 kcal)
Nutrition Label
Hot and sour chicken soup
- Serving Size1 Small Cup (100 g)
- Calories97.5 kcal
- Carbs2.8 g
- Fiber1.0 g
- Sugar0.4 g
- Protein8.7 g
- Fat5.7 g
- Saturated fat0.8 g
- Mono unsaturated fat1.3 g
- Poly unsaturated fat1.0 g
- Cholesterol22.9 mg
- Sodium96.4 mg
Nutrition per 100g
- Calories94.7 kcal
- Carbs2.7 g
- Fiber0.9 g
- Sugar0.4 g
- Protein8.4 g
- Fat5.6 g
- Cholesterol22.3 mg
- Sodium93.6 mg
1 serving = 103g
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Serves: 13 persons
Ingredients
Soy sauce
1 Tea Spoon
Vinegar
1 Tea Spoon
Green cabbage
50 Grams
Capsicum green
50 Grams
French beans country
30 Grams
Onionstalk
50 Grams
Carrot orange
2 Tea Spoon
Coriander leaves
15 Grams
Onion big
50 Grams
Chicken poultry breast skinless
500 Grams
Rice bran oil
2 Table Spoon
Salt
0.5 Tea Spoon
Water
500 Milliliter
Ginger garlic paste
1 Tea Spoon
Black pepper powder
1 Tea Spoon
Corn flour
2 Table Spoon
Green chilli sauce
1 Tea Spoon
Instructions
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Wash the vegetables
Wash and chop the vegetables and keep aside.
3
Boil the chicken
In a vessel add half a liter of water, vinegar, salt and boil for 2-3 minutes. Add chicken pieces in this and let it boil for 8-10 minutes covering the lid.
4
Remove the chicken and shred it
Remove the chicken pieces from water and keep the stock for later use. Shred the chicken with fingers and discard the bones.
5
Make corn flour paste
Now prepare cornflour slurry by mixing cornflour in ¼ cup water.
6
Add stock
In a pan heat, oil saute ginger garlic on low flame. Now add chopped vegetables, when they are tender, add shredded chicken, leftover chicken stock(water), salt, black pepper, soy sauce, vinegar and chilli sauce. Pour the slurry into the soup and mix well.
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Serve it
Simmer it on high flame, once done garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot.
Glycemic Index
61 Medium
Likely to produce a moderate blood glucose rise; pair with protein/fiber for better stability.
How to flatten the spike
- Pair this dish with a protein source (dal, paneer, eggs, fish, or curd).
- Add a fiber-rich side salad or non-starchy vegetables.
- Avoid combining this with another high-carb side in the same meal.
Compare & Substitute
| Nutrient | Hot and sour chicken soup | Chicken Kaigari Soup | Chicken Pachakkaram Soup | Chicken sabzi soup |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 97.5 kcal | 95.6 kcal | 95.6 kcal | 95.6 kcal |
| Carbs | 2.8 g | 1.7 g | 1.7 g | 1.7 g |
| Protein | 8.7 g | 8.8 g | 8.8 g | 8.8 g |
| Fat | 5.7 g | 6 g | 6 g | 6 g |
| Fiber | 1 g | 0.7 g | 0.7 g | 0.7 g |
| Sugar | 0.4 g | 0.4 g | 0.4 g | 0.4 g |
| Sodium | 96.4 mg | 83.9 mg | 83.9 mg | 83.9 mg |
| Cholesterol | 22.9 mg | 23.8 mg | 23.8 mg | 23.8 mg |
Health Goals Suitability
Weight Loss
At 97.5 kcal per serving, this can fit into a weight loss diet with mindful portion control. Pair with a fiber-rich salad to improve satiety.
Diabetes
Moderate glycemic index (GI: 61). Adding a fiber-rich side dish can help moderate the blood sugar response.
Muscle Gain
Contains 8.7g protein per serving — a moderate amount. Pair with paneer or curd or a bowl of dal to boost protein intake for muscle gain.
Heart Health
Low cholesterol (22.9mg) and low saturated fat (0.8g) make this heart-friendly. Anti-inflammatory ingredients benefit overall heart health. Contains heart-healthy fats. Low sodium content is ideal for blood pressure management.
PCOS
Moderate-to-high GI (61) can spike insulin — Women with PCOS should pair this with fiber-rich vegetables and a protein source to improve the insulin response. Consider replacing refined ingredients with whole grains or millets.
Thyroid
Contains soy-based ingredients which may interfere with thyroid medication absorption. However, cooking significantly reduces goitrogen activity. If you have hypothyroidism, ensure these are well-cooked and maintain a gap of 30-60 minutes from thyroid medication.
Portion Guidance
Weight Loss
1 Small Cup (~103g). A light, kcal-friendly portion. Pair with roti or salad for a complete meal under 300 kcal.
Muscle Gain
1 Small Cup (~103g) plus a protein-rich addition (100g paneer, 2 eggs, or 1 cup dal) to hit 25-30g protein per meal.
Diabetes
1 Small Cup (~103g). Pair with whole wheat roti (not rice) to lower glycemic load. Eat protein and fiber portions first, carbs last.
General
1 Small Cup (~103g) provides a balanced portion. Adjust based on your daily kcal target — track accurately in the Hint app.
Recipe Modifications
Boost protein
Increase the protein portion (chicken/fish/eggs) by 50g, or serve with a side of Greek yogurt.
Lower glycemic load
Replace refined flour (maida) with whole wheat atta, or swap white rice with brown rice or millets like jowar/bajra.
Make diabetes-friendly
Replace potato with cauliflower or bottle gourd. Add a squeeze of lemon — the acidity lowers glycemic response.
Meal prep friendly
Hot and sour chicken soup stores well for 2-3 days refrigerated. Reheat on stovetop for best texture. Prepare ingredients in advance for quick weeknight cooking.
Common Mistakes
Not measuring serving size
Why it matters: The nutrition values are for 1 standard serving. Eating 2-3x the serving means 2-3x the kcal (195-292.5 kcal).
Fix: Use the Hint app to scan and log the exact portion you eat for accurate tracking.
Pairing with another high-GI food
Why it matters: Eating rice with another starchy dish doubles the glycemic load, causing sharp blood sugar spikes.
Fix: Choose one carb source per meal. Pair with roti instead of rice, or add a protein-rich side.
Overcooking the vegetables
Why it matters: Overcooking destroys heat-sensitive vitamins (C, B-complex) and reduces fiber quality.
Fix: Cook vegetables until just tender. Add delicate vegetables (like spinach or capsicum) in the last 2-3 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
One serving of Hot and sour chicken soup contains 97.5 kcal (8.7g protein, 2.8g carbs, 5.7g fat). That's 94.7 kcal per 100g. You can track exact portions in the Hint app.
At 97.5 kcal per serving, this can fit into a weight loss diet with mindful portion control. Pair with a fiber-rich salad to improve satiety. Pair with a salad or raita for a filling, low-calorie meal.
Moderate glycemic index (GI: 61). Adding a fiber-rich side dish can help moderate the blood sugar response. The glycemic index is 61 (Medium). Always consult your dietitian for personalized guidance — Hint Premium connects you with expert dietitians.
Hot and sour chicken soup has 8.7g protein per serving. It provides moderate protein — add a protein-rich side for a complete meal.
Yes, Hot and sour chicken soup is light enough for dinner at 97.5 kcal. Having a lighter dinner 2-3 hours before sleep supports better digestion and weight management.
Since Hot and sour chicken soup is moderate in protein, pair it with dal, paneer, curd, or eggs. Add a fiber-rich salad for completeness. Track your full meal in the Hint app for accurate nutrition totals.
Moderate-to-high GI (61) can spike insulin — Women with PCOS should pair this with fiber-rich vegetables and a protein source to improve the insulin response. Consider replacing refined ingredients with whole grains or millets.
Scientific References
Curcumin in turmeric has significant anti-inflammatory properties
Hewlings SJ & Kalman DS (2017). Curcumin: A Review of Its Effects on Human Health. Foods.
DOI: 10.3390/foods6100092Cruciferous vegetables may interfere with thyroid function when consumed raw in large amounts, but cooking largely deactivates goitrogens
Felker P et al. (2016). Concentrations of thiocyanate and goitrin in human plasma after ingestion of cooked cruciferous vegetables. Nutrition Reviews.
DOI: 10.1093/nutrit/nuw028Portion control is one of the most effective strategies for managing calorie intake and body weight
Rolls BJ (2014). What is the role of portion control in weight management? International Journal of Obesity.
DOI: 10.1038/ijo.2014.82
