Tomato and Egg Soup with a Twist

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable oil 2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tomatoes, diced 2 tomatoes, diced
• 1 carrot, thinly sliced 1 carrot, thinly sliced
• 4 cups (950ml) chicken or vegetable broth 4 cups (950ml) chicken or vegetable broth
• 4 eggs, beaten 4 eggs, beaten
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon sugar
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish Fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 180 kcal / 753 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 10g, 2g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 12g, 6g
• Protein: 12g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. 2.
   Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until fragrant and translucent.
3. 3.
   Add the diced tomatoes and sliced carrot, cook for 5 minutes until slightly softened.
4. 4.
   Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
5. 5.
   Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 10 minutes.
6. 6.
   Slowly pour the beaten eggs into the soup while stirring gently to create ribbons of cooked egg.
7. 7.
   Stir in the soy sauce, sugar, salt, and pepper. Adjust the seasonings according to taste.
8. 8.
   Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
9. 9.
   Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro or green onions.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Tomatoes — Choose ripe and juicy tomatoes for the best flavor.
• Eggs — Beat the eggs gently to avoid incorporating too much air, resulting in a smoother texture.

Tips & Tricks

• For a heartier version, add cooked chicken or tofu cubes to the soup.
• Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less sugar according to your taste preference.
• Garnish with a drizzle of sesame oil for an extra layer of flavor.
• Serve with steamed rice or crusty bread for a complete meal.
• Make a larger batch and freeze the leftovers for a quick and satisfying meal later.

Serving advice

Serve the Tomato and Egg Soup hot in individual bowls. Accompany it with a side of steamed rice or crusty bread for a satisfying meal.

Presentation advice

Garnish each bowl of soup with a sprig of fresh cilantro or finely chopped green onions to add a pop of color and freshness.