Description
Tomato Egg Drop Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that brings the essence of Asian cuisine to your home. This easy-to-make soup features ripe tomatoes simmered in a savory broth, with delicate ribbons of eggs creating a delightful texture in every bowl. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a cozy meal, this soup is not just delicious but also packed with nutrients from fresh ingredients. In just under 30 minutes, you can enjoy a warm and satisfying bowl that’s sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1/2 tablespoon ginger (thinly sliced)
- 2 large ripe tomatoes (chopped)
- 5 cups low sodium chicken stock
- 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust as needed)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/2 cup chopped green onion
Instructions
- Mix cornstarch with two tablespoons of water in a small bowl; set aside.
- Heat oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, sautéing for about 30 seconds.
- Stir in chopped tomatoes and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Add half the green onions and pour in the chicken stock, bringing it to a boil; then reduce heat.
- Mix in soy sauce, salt, white pepper, and sesame oil.
- Gradually add the cornstarch slurry while stirring until thickened slightly.
- Beat the eggs in a separate bowl, lower the flame, and drizzle slowly into the soup while stirring gently to create egg ribbons.
- Simmer for one more minute before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, feel free to incorporate other vegetables like spinach or mushrooms. This soup can be served over rice or noodles for a heartier meal. To enhance flavor further, consider garnishing with fresh herbs like cilantro or basil.