Nutrient-Rich! Seaweed and Tofu Egg Drop Soup with a Hint of the Ocean
A Quick and Nourishing Meal: Seaweed and Tofu Egg Drop Soup Recipe
When the weather turns chilly, a warm bowl of soup is just what you need! This ‘Seaweed and Tofu Egg Drop Soup’ is packed with the fresh flavor of the sea and abundant nutrients from seaweed (tot). The chewy seaweed, tender tofu, crisp chili peppers, and delicate egg create a delightful combination of taste and texture. With plenty of ingredients and less broth, it makes a satisfying meal even without rice. Enjoy a healthy and delicious meal with this recipe, which features a refreshing and savory broth naturally flavored by the seaweed itself, no extra stock needed!
Main Ingredients- Seaweed (Tot) 1/2 cup (cleaned)
- Tofu 1 block (approx. 160g)
- Scallions 5 stalks
- Green chili pepper 1
- Fish sauce 1 Tbsp
- Minced garlic 1 Tbsp
- Black pepper, a pinch
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Cut the tofu into bite-sized cubes, about 2cm. The seaweed (tot) can be used directly without soaking. Thinly slice the green chili pepper diagonally, and chop the scallions.
Step 2
Pour 2.5 cups (500ml) of water into a pot and bring to a boil. Add the seaweed (tot) first and simmer for about 5 minutes. Once the seaweed is partially cooked, add the tofu and boil for another few minutes.
Step 3
While the soup is simmering, skim off any foam that rises to the surface. This will help create a cleaner and clearer broth.
Step 4
Once the soup returns to a boil, add the chopped scallions and green chili pepper. Slowly pour in the beaten egg in a thin stream around the edges of the pot, allowing it to cook into delicate ribbons.
Step 5
After pouring in the egg, avoid stirring immediately. Reduce the heat to low and let it sit undisturbed for about 1 minute until the egg is set. For added color, you can add thinly sliced red chili pepper at this stage.
Step 6
Ladle the finished Seaweed and Tofu Egg Drop Soup generously into bowls. The abundance of ingredients makes it a hearty and complete meal, even without a side of rice.
Step 7
The slight heat from the green chili and the fresh oceanic flavor of the seaweed create a comforting and invigorating soup, perfect for a cold day. It’s so delicious, you might want to add rice to the bowl!
Step 8
Winter is a great time to enjoy nourishing dishes made with seafood ingredients like seaweed (tot). Besides tot, consider other seasonal delights like sea grapes (maesaengi), oysters, or green laver (parae) for fantastic winter health boosters!
