Hainanese Tomato Egg Drop Soup
Hainanese Tomato Egg Drop Soup is a classic dish in Hainan cuisine, known for its simple yet flavorful combination of tomatoes and eggs. This comforting soup is easy to make and perfect for a quick and nutritious meal.
Ingredients
- 4 ripe tomatoes, diced
- 4 eggs, beaten
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
Instructions
- In a pot, bring the chicken or vegetable broth to a simmer over medium heat.
- Add the diced tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
- Stir in the soy sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Slowly pour the beaten eggs into the simmering soup while gently stirring in a circular motion to create egg ribbons.
- Once the eggs are cooked, about 1-2 minutes, remove the pot from the heat.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Protein
- 8g
- Fat
- 9g
Supplies
Pot Spoon Bowl
Tools
Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the Hainanese Tomato Egg Drop Soup with steamed rice for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For a richer flavor, you can use homemade chicken broth instead of store-bought.
Cost
$5