Tomato Corn Egg Soup
Tomato, corn and egg ribbons make a light soup with both soft and sweet elements. It is useful when you want a warm bowl without starting from a stockpot of broth. Let the tomato soften and the corn cook before pouring in the egg. A slow stream and a gentle simmer give the egg room to form ribbons and set fully.
East Asian · Preparation time: 8 min · Cook time: 15 min · Total time: 23 min · 2 servings · Easy
Recipe timing and yield are estimates. This recipe has not been kitchen-tested.
Cooking safety
U.S. guidance gives 71°C (160°F) for egg dishes. Cook egg components fully; appearance alone is insufficient for mixed dishes.
Ingredients
- 220 g Tomato
- 120 g Frozen sweetcorn
- 2 each Egg
- 650 ml Water
- 15 ml Soy sauce
- 5 ml Toasted sesame oil
Allergens listed for these ingredients · Egg, Soy, Wheat, Sesame. Check package labels.
Preparation notes
- Cook frozen corn according to its packet instructions, allowing additional time if needed. A short final warming step is not a substitute for the product’s cooking directions.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Dice tomatoes and simmer them in measured water until they begin to break down. Stir in frozen corn and cook until tender.
- Beat eggs in a jug. Keep the soup at a gentle simmer and pour in a thin stream, stirring slowly to form ribbons.
- Simmer until the egg is fully set, then season with soy sauce and sesame oil. Divide into two bowls.
Official food storage reference
Equipment
Kitchen scale, measuring jug, knife, cutting board, saucepan or pot sized for the ingredients, mixing bowl, food thermometer, spatula or spoon.
Storage
Keep perishable ingredients refrigerated according to their labels. Serve promptly. Chill cooked leftovers promptly in shallow covered portions and consult the official storage chart for the food type.
For perishable foods and leftovers, U.S. FDA guidance calls for prompt refrigeration, no more than two hours at room temperature (one hour above 32°C/90°F), and a refrigerator at or below 4°C/40°F. Follow the product label and local guidance. Smell and appearance alone cannot establish safety.
FDA handling and storage conditions
Ingredient substitution
Keep whole eggs for the set ribbons. Cornstarch thickens liquid but does not replace egg ribbons or their nutrition; no starch-for-egg ratio applies here.
Editorial guidance, not kitchen-tested. Check product labels and allergens after any change. These notes do not change automatic inventory matching.
Ingredient substitution principles (Colorado State University Extension)Cooking Tips
Read through the method and measure the ingredients before heating the pan. Use the listed equipment and check the recipe-specific handling notes above.
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