Tomato and Egg Soup is the most familiar soup in Chinese households. The tomatoes are simmered into a rich, tangy broth, and the egg ribbons are soft as clouds. With a sprinkle of scallion and a few drops of sesame oil, it’s colorful, savory, and comforting.
🌴 Ingredients:
· 2 tomatoes (cut into chunks)
· 2 eggs (beaten)
· 600ml water or chicken broth
🌴 Aromatics:
· 1 stalk chopped scallion
· A little shredded ginger (optional)
🌴 Seasonings:
· Salt, to taste
· A few drops of sesame oil (for finishing)
· A pinch of white pepper powder
· 1 tsp cornstarch (about 5g, mixed with water, optional)
🌴 Instructions:
- Cook the Tomatoes
Heat a little oil in a pan, add the tomatoes, and stir-fry over medium heat until they release their juice. Add hot water and bring to a boil. ⚠️ Note: Make sure to cook out the juice for a rich broth. I’ve tried adding water too early, and the soup tasted bland. - Thicken (Optional)
If you prefer a thicker soup, drizzle in a little cornstarch slurry and stir well. ⚠️ Note: Don’t add too much, or the soup will become too thick. - Add the Eggs
Reduce to low heat and keep the broth at a gentle simmer. Slowly and thinly drizzle the beaten eggs into the pot in a circular motion, while gently stirring the broth with chopsticks. ⚠️ Note: Never pour the eggs in all at once, or you’ll get egg clumps instead of ribbons. I’ve tried pouring too fast, and it turned into a mushy egg soup. - Season and Serve
Once the egg ribbons float to the top, turn off the heat. Season with salt and a pinch of white pepper. Drizzle with sesame oil, sprinkle with scallion, and serve. ⚠️ Note: Add the sesame oil at the very end for the best aroma.
💡 More Light and Comforting Soups:
If you enjoy this tomato and egg soup, you should also try my [Seaweed Egg Drop Soup] for another incredibly savory and comforting bowl.
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💡 Tips:
The key to Tomato and Egg Soup is “rich broth, silky egg ribbons.” Cook the tomatoes until they release their juice for a flavorful base. Drizzle the eggs slowly over low heat while stirring in a circular motion for beautiful ribbons. Add the sesame oil at the very end.
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