Zhenghe Mushroom and Bamboo Shoot Soup

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-24 · Updated 2026-04-24

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A clear, earthy soup featuring fresh bamboo shoots and mixed mushrooms simmered with ginger for a delicate, refreshing broth. This Chinese-inspired soup recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs fresh bamboo shoots, mixed mushrooms, fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 100 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Chinese cuisine 100 cal/serving

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Ingredients

10 ounces, thinly sliced fresh bamboo shoots
8 ounces, sliced mixed mushrooms
1 inch, thinly sliced fresh ginger
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
4 cups water
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon water

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large pot, combine 10 ounces fresh bamboo shoots (thinly sliced), 8 ounces mixed mushrooms (sliced), 1 inch fresh ginger (thinly sliced), and 4 cups water. Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes until vegetables are tender.
Step 2: Stir in 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce and 1 teaspoon sesame oil, and simmer for 5 more minutes. Whisk 1 teaspoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon water in a small bowl until smooth, then slowly drizzle into the simmering soup while stirring constantly until the broth thickens slightly and becomes translucent.
Step 3: Remove from heat and let sit for 2 minutes. Serve immediately in bowls with extra sliced ginger and bamboo shoots on top for garnish.