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Tomato Enoki Mushroom Soup

Hearty Tomato Enoki Mushroom Soup for Cozy Nights

A comforting Tomato Enoki Mushroom Soup that brings warmth and umami flavors, perfect for cozy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil neutral flavor oil
  • 2 slices ginger can substitute with ground ginger if fresh is unavailable
  • 3 cloves garlic smashed; omit if not preferred
  • ½ pound lean ground beef can substitute with ground turkey
  • 1 can (6-ounce) tomato paste can substitute with a 28-ounce can of diced tomatoes
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken stock can use vegetable stock for vegetarian version
  • 2 teaspoons sugar can substitute with maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust based on personal preference
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground white pepper can use black pepper instead
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar can substitute with lemon juice
Garnish
  • 2 scallions separated into whites and greens; red onions can be used
  • 3 packs enoki mushrooms can substitute with shiitake or button mushrooms

Equipment

  • Medium pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a medium pot over medium heat until it shimmers. Add 2 slices of ginger and 3 smashed garlic cloves, cooking them for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Increase the heat to medium-high and add ½ pound of lean ground beef to the pot. Cook for approximately 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until browned.
  3. Stir in 1 can of tomato paste and cook for an additional 2 minutes until it caramelizes.
  4. Pour in 6 cups of low-sodium chicken stock and add 2 teaspoons of sugar, 1 teaspoon of salt, ⅛ teaspoon of ground white pepper, and 1 tablespoon of white vinegar. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
  5. Add 3 packs of enoki mushrooms and the whites of 2 scallions. Let it simmer gently for about 15 minutes until the mushrooms are tender.
  6. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with the green parts of the scallions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This soup is rich in umami flavors, perfect for cozy nights. Customize by using different mushrooms or ground meat alternatives.

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