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Classic Tomato Egg Drop Soup

Tomato Egg Drop Soup
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Classic Tomato Egg Drop Soup is an easy and comforting dish that beautifully combines ripe tomatoes with delicate egg ribbons. This savory soup is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings with friends and family. In just under 30 minutes, you can whip up a bowl of this nutritious delight thats both flavorful and satisfying. Packed with protein and vitamins, its a healthy choice that can be customized to suit your taste. Whether enjoyed as a starter or a main dish, Tomato Egg Drop Soup promises to warm you from the inside out.

Ingredients

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  • 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
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onion

Instructions

  1. Make a cornstarch slurry by mixing it with two tablespoons of water until smooth.
  2. Heat the oil in a soup pot over medium heat and saut garlic and ginger for about 30 seconds.
  3. Add chopped tomatoes and cook for 34 minutes until soft.
  4. Stir in half the green onions and saut for another 30 seconds.
  5. Pour in the chicken stock, bring to a boil, then reduce heat.
  6. Add soy sauce, salt, white pepper, and sesame oil; mix well.
  7. Slowly add the cornstarch slurry while stirring continuously; simmer for one minute.
  8. Beat the eggs in a bowl and drizzle them into the soup while stirring gently to create ribbons.
  9. Simmer for another minute before serving hot, garnished with remaining green onions.

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