@thefoodietakesflight on instagram FOR THE HOT AND SOUR SOUP BASE • 1.5-2 tsp gochugaru adjust according to desired heat (see recipe notes) • 1 tbsp minced garlic • 2 tsp sugar to taste • 2 tbsp neutral cooking oil avocado, sunflower, grapeseed, etc • 1.5 tbsp soy sauce to taste • 1 tsp dark mushroom soy sauce • 2 tbsp Chinese black vinegar • 1/4 tsp ground white pepper • 1/2 tsp toasted sesame seeds DUMPLINGS AND NOODLES • 6-8 frozen dumplings (in this video used frozen Chinese vegetable dumplings) • 1 portion wheat noodles of choice around 60g per bundle/serving TO FINISH • 1.5 cups hot water from the pot • 2 tsp sesame oil to finish FOR TOPPING • Chopped green onions or coriander • Crispy fried shallots