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Tomato Egg Drop Soup

Savory Tomato Egg Drop Soup Ready in 20 Minutes

Enjoy this comforting Tomato Egg Drop Soup that comes together in just 20 minutes for a quick and easy meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Broth
  • 4 cups chicken broth use vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch substitute with xanthan gum for keto option
  • 1 tablespoon peanut oil can substitute with any neutral oil
For the Aromatics
  • 2 cloves garlic minced finely
  • 1 slice ginger fresh preferred
  • to taste white pepper powder adjust based on preference
  • to taste salt use sparingly
For the Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups chopped tomatoes chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 green onions use white parts for cooking and green parts for garnish
  • 3 large Pete and Gerry’s Organic Eggs high-quality eggs yield the best results
For the Finish
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil drizzle before serving

Equipment

  • Medium Pot
  • Whisk
  • Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Slurry: Mix 2 tablespoons of cornstarch, a pinch of white pepper, and salt to taste with 1/4 cup of cold water. Whisk until fully dissolved.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: Heat 1 tablespoon of peanut oil in a medium pot over medium heat, add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 slice of ginger, sauté for 30 seconds.
  3. Cook Tomatoes and Onions: Add 2 cups of chopped tomatoes and the white parts of 2 green onions, cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
  4. Simmer Broth: Pour in 4 cups of chicken broth and bring to a boil, then simmer for about 5 minutes.
  5. Thicken Soup: Stir in the prepared cornstarch slurry and let simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
  6. Add Egg Ribbons: Beat 3 eggs and slowly drizzle into the soup while stirring, cook for about 1 minute until set.
  7. Finish and Serve: Drizzle 1 teaspoon of sesame oil over the soup and garnish with green onion tops, serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, enjoy the soup fresh. Wait to add garnishes until serving time.

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