Chinese-style Beef and Mushroom Soup

Chinese-style Beef and Mushroom Soup recipe videos

Chinese-style Beef and Mushroom Soup is a comforting, savory broth-based dish featuring tender slices of beef and earthy mushrooms, often shiitake, simmered with aromatics like ginger and scallions. It is a staple in home cooking across various Chinese regions, valued for its simplicity and nourishing qualities. The dish typically includes a light soy sauce or rice wine seasoning to enhance its umami depth.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This soup is generally high in protein from the beef, with a moderate amount of fat depending on the cut used, and relatively low in carbohydrates unless served with noodles or rice. It provides key nutrients like iron, B vitamins, and minerals such as selenium from the mushrooms, with a typical serving ranging from 150 to 250 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	180 kcal
Protein	14 g
Carbs	12 g
Fat	8 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	850 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Vitamin B12	1.2 mcg
Niacin (B3)	4 mg
Phosphorus	180 mg
Zinc	3 mg
Selenium	15 mcg
Vitamin D	0.2 mcg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this soup reflects the Chinese culinary principle of balancing flavors and textures, often enjoyed for its perceived warming and restorative properties in traditional practices. Nutritionally, the combination of beef and mushrooms creates a synergistic boost in umami and nutrient absorption, making it a wholesome choice for everyday meals.