Best Easy Tomato Egg Soup Recipe

Ripe tomatoes and fluffy egg ribbons swim in a light, tangy broth. This healthy, protein-boosted family soup is budget-friendly, low calorie, and a Chinese home-cooking essential.

Cook 20 min Difficulty EASY 110 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • tomato 3 pieces
  • large eggs 3 pieces
  • chicken broth 4 cups
  • green onion 2 pieces
Seasonings/Sauce
  • vegetable oil 1 tbsp
  • salt 1 tsp
  • white pepper 0.25 tsp
  • sugar 0.5 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 13 g 47%
Protein 7 g 25%
Fat 4 g 28%
Serving size 250g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Wash tomatoes and cut each into small wedges for even cooking and texture.

  2. 2

    Heat vegetable oil over medium heat in a soup pot, add tomato wedges, and sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened and slightly caramelized.

  3. 3

    Pour in chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer; let cook for 5 minutes to meld flavors.

  4. 4

    Beat eggs thoroughly and, over medium-low heat, slowly drizzle them into the simmering soup while stirring gently to create silky ribbons.

  5. 5

    Season with salt, white pepper, and sugar, then add chopped green onion just before turning off the heat to preserve freshness.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
The star ingredient is ripe tomatoes, which create the soup’s tangy flavor base. Combined with eggs, they deliver both classic texture and the protein boost characteristic of Tomato Egg Soup.
Q. Which cooking step most affects the soup’s texture?
Drizzling the beaten eggs slowly into the simmering broth ensures they form silky ribbons rather than clumps. Controlling heat—medium-low during this step—is essential for the signature texture.
Q. How can I avoid overcooking or undercooking the eggs?
Stir eggs gently into hot but not vigorously boiling soup. If the broth is too hot, eggs toughen; if too cold, eggs stay runny. Medium-low heat and steady stirring produce fluffy, tender ribbons.
Q. What are the nutrition highlights per serving?
Each 250g serving provides 110 kcal, with 13g carbohydrates (47%), 7g protein (25%), and 4g fat (28%). The soup is low calorie, protein-boosted, and balanced for family meals.
Q. Is this Tomato Egg Soup recipe suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, this recipe uses only eggs, tomatoes, and vegetable-based seasonings, making it vegetarian-friendly. No meat, poultry, or seafood is included.
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