Description
This Tomato Egg and Beef Noodle Soup is a comforting and flavorful Asian-inspired main course that combines tender ground beef, soft egg ribbons, and fresh tomatoes in a savory beef broth with thin egg noodles. Perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner, it features a balanced blend of rich protein and fresh vegetables, enhanced by aromatic seasonings and a touch of soy and sesame oil.
Ingredients
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Soup Base
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/2 pound ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium tomatoes, diced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Noodles and Eggs
- 6 ounces thin egg noodles or ramen noodles
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
Garnish and Optional Extras
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Optional chili oil or sriracha for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Noodles: Prepare the noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain them thoroughly and set aside to be added later.
- Brown the Beef: Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook it until it is fully browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks to ensure even texture.
- Sauté Aromatics and Tomatoes: Stir in the minced garlic and diced tomatoes with the browned beef. Cook for 2–3 minutes until the tomatoes soften and become slightly saucy, enhancing the flavor base.
- Add Broth and Seasonings: Pour in the beef broth, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Bring this mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer gently for 5–7 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Create Egg Ribbons: While the soup simmers, slowly drizzle the beaten eggs into the pot in a thin stream, stirring gently in one direction. This technique forms delicate egg ribbons throughout the soup.
- Combine Noodles and Heat Through: Add the cooked noodles into the soup and stir gently to combine all ingredients. Let the soup heat through for an additional minute to integrate the flavors.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the hot soup into bowls, garnish each with sliced green onions. Serve with optional chili oil or sriracha if desired for extra heat and flavor.
Notes
- Ground pork or chicken can be substituted for beef for a different protein option.
- For a heartier soup, add greens like bok choy or spinach during the simmering stage.
- Adjust the amount of broth and seasoning to suit personal taste preferences or dietary sodium requirements.