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.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 17 mins
• Total Time: 27 mins
• Calories: 179 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• salt to taste
• 2 tablespoons minced green onion
• ½ teaspoon sesame oil (Optional)
• 1 pinch white sugar, or to taste
• 2 cups water, or more as needed
• 2 large ripe tomatoes, quartered

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

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.