Chinese Tomato Soup: Dutch-Style

This is my version of a sweet and spicy soup I had recently at a wok restaurant in Eindhoven, Holland. Beef broth, tomato juice, and applesauce are simmered with spices and garnished with shrimp chips.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 104 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• ½ cup applesauce
• 2 cups tomato juice
• ¼ teaspoon chili powder
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 2 stalks celery, thinly sliced
• 1 green onion, thinly sliced
• 1 quart beef broth
• 1 cup shrimp chips (prawn crackers)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Pour beef broth, tomato juice, and soy sauce into a large saucepan. Stir in brown sugar, applesauce, and celery; season with ginger and chili powder. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 20 minutes. Ladle into serving bowls and garnish with green onions and shrimp chips.