Steps to Make Chinese Lettuce Soup

Chinese Tomato And Egg Soup

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Recipe Summary Chinese Tomato And Egg Soup

You can't find this soup in Chinese restaurants in United States, but it's quite common in South China. It is really easy, and delicious for tomato lovers. Enjoy it.

Ingredients | Chinese Lettuce Soup

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

2 large ripe tomatoes, quartered

2 cups water, or more as needed

2 eggs

2 tablespoons minced green onion

½ teaspoon sesame oil (Optional)

1 pinch white sugar, or to taste

salt to taste

Directions

Heat oil in a pot over medium-high heat. Add tomatoes; saute until mostly melted, 5 to 10 minutes. Add water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cook, stirring occasionally, until flavors are well blended, 5 to 10 minutes. Add eggs, stirring slowly and constantly for 1 minute. Add green onion; cook for 30 seconds. Stir in sesame oil, sugar, and salt.

Make sure the tomato melts, and don't let the eggs agglomerate.

Tofu may be substituted for eggs for a vegan version.

Info | Chinese Lettuce Soup

prep: 10 mins cook: 17 mins total: 27 mins Servings: 2 Yield: 2 servings

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