Description
A hearty and comforting Asian-inspired Tomato, Egg, and Beef Noodle Soup featuring tender beef slices, fresh tomatoes, and delicate egg ribbons in a savory broth, perfect for an easy and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Noodles
- 6 oz thin noodles (e.g. rice noodles, ramen, or egg noodles)
Soup Base
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/2 lb thinly sliced beef (sirloin or flank steak)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste (optional, for richer flavor)
- 4 cups beef or chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt and white pepper to taste
Eggs
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
Garnish
- Chopped green onions
- Cilantro
Instructions
- Cook the noodles: Prepare the thin noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and set aside to be added later in the soup.
- Sauté garlic and beef: Heat the vegetable oil in a large saucepan or pot over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the thinly sliced beef and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
- Simmer tomatoes: Stir in the chopped tomatoes and optional tomato paste. Cook the mixture until the tomatoes soften and begin to break down, about 5 to 7 minutes, releasing their juices to build the soup’s base flavor.
- Add broth and season: Pour in the beef or chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a simmer. Season with soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and white pepper according to taste.
- Create egg ribbons: Once the soup is simmering, slowly drizzle the lightly beaten eggs into the pot while stirring gently. This technique creates beautiful, delicate egg ribbons throughout the soup.
- Add noodles and heat through: Add the cooked noodles into the soup and simmer for another 1 to 2 minutes until everything is heated through and well combined.
- Serve and garnish: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and top with chopped green onions and cilantro. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use fresh ripe tomatoes for the best flavor, or substitute canned diced tomatoes if fresh are not available.
- For a spicy kick, add chili oil or a pinch of red pepper flakes while simmering the soup.
- This recipe is flexible—you can add vegetables like spinach or bok choy for extra nutrition and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
