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Fanqie jidan mian (番茄鸡蛋面)

China

Fanqie jidan mian

A very simple and tasty soup made from tomatoes, eggs, and noodles. Requires minimal ingredients and quick steps, perfect for lunch.

Ingredients

Steps

  1. Fanqie jidan mian step 1

    Cut each tomato crosswise, drop into boiling water for a few minutes, remove the skin and coarsely chop.

  2. Fanqie jidan mian step 2

    Beat the eggs with 1 tablespoon of water until foam forms.

  3. Fanqie jidan mian step 3

    Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a pan, pour the egg mixture, stirring until the eggs are fully set.

  4. Fanqie jidan mian step 4

    Add the remaining 0.5 tablespoon of oil, sauté garlic until fragrant, then add the chopped tomatoes and cook until soft.

  5. Fanqie jidan mian step 5

    Pour in 350 ml of water, bring to a boil and simmer for 2 minutes. Add salt, sugar and the cooked eggs, mix well.

  6. Fanqie jidan mian step 6

    Cook the noodles until done, rinse with cold water and drain.

  7. Fanqie jidan mian step 7

    Divide the noodles among bowls, pour the tomato-egg broth over them and garnish with finely chopped green onion.