Description
A comforting and flavorful Tomato, Egg, and Beef Noodle Soup featuring tender beef slices, fresh tomatoes, and delicate egg ribbons in a savory broth, served over tender egg noodles. This quick and easy Asian-inspired soup is perfect for a nourishing weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Noodles
- 6 oz thin egg noodles or rice noodles
Soup Base
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 6 oz thinly sliced beef (such as sirloin or flank steak)
- 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon fish sauce (optional)
- ½ teaspoon sugar
Egg Mixture
- 2 large eggs, beaten
Garnishes & Seasoning
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: fresh cilantro or chili oil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook Noodles: Cook the noodles according to the package instructions until tender. Drain and set aside to add later.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sliced onion, and sauté until fragrant and softened, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Cook Beef: Add the thinly sliced beef to the pot and cook until it is just browned, about 2 to 3 minutes, stirring gently to separate the slices.
- Add Tomatoes: Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes until the tomatoes begin to break down, releasing their juices.
- Simmer Broth: Pour in the beef broth along with soy sauce, optional fish sauce, and sugar. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 5 to 7 minutes to develop flavor.
- Create Egg Ribbons: Slowly drizzle the beaten eggs into the simmering soup while stirring gently to form delicate egg ribbons throughout the broth.
- Combine Noodles and Season: Add the cooked noodles to the soup and stir to combine. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions. Optionally, top with fresh cilantro or a drizzle of chili oil for extra flavor.
Notes
- Use pre-sliced hot pot beef for quicker preparation and ease.
- You can substitute beef with ground pork or chicken for a different protein option.
- Adding leafy greens like bok choy or spinach boosts nutrition and adds color.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
