Savory Minced Meat
Tofu Soup

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A comforting, light, and tangy tomato-based soup featuring silky tofu, tender enoki mushrooms, and savory minced meat, perfect for warm weather.

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When the summer heat makes heavy meals feel unappealing, this minced meat and tofu soup offers a refreshing solution. The combination of sweet, softened tomatoes and a savory broth creates a light yet deeply satisfying flavor profile. It is a quick, nourishing dish that brings a gentle, palate-cleansing warmth to the table.

A steaming bowl of tomato-based minced meat and tofu soup topped with fresh green onions.
A steaming bowl of tomato-based minced meat and tofu soup topped with fresh green onions.
Prep10 mins
Cook15 mins
Total25 mins
Yield2 servings
DifficultyEasy
Calories320 kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 1Sauté the tomatoes
    Peeled tomatoes being stir-fried in a hot wok, softening and releasing their juices.

    Heat oil in a wok until hot, then add the peeled tomatoes. Stir-fry them consistently until they soften and begin to release their juices, forming a flavorful base for the soup.

    Tip: Peeling the tomatoes beforehand ensures a smoother soup texture.
  2. 2Add boiling water
    Hot water being poured into the wok, mixing with the cooked tomato base to create a soup.

    Once the tomatoes have softened and created a rich juice, pour in the boiling water to create the soup base.

    Tip: Using boiling water instead of cold water helps maintain the cooking temperature and flavor intensity.
  3. 3Season the soup
    Salt, fresh ginger slices, and light soy sauce being stirred into the boiling tomato soup.

    Add salt, ginger slices, and a dash of light soy sauce to the simmering tomato soup to build the foundational savory flavor.

    Tip: Adjust the salt level to your taste preference.
  4. 4Add tofu and mushrooms
    Tofu cubes and enoki mushrooms being added to the boiling soup in the wok.

    Gently add the cubed tofu and prepared enoki mushrooms into the soup. Cover with the lid and bring it to a boil.

    Tip: Be gentle when adding tofu to prevent it from breaking apart.
  5. 5Cook the minced meat
    Minced meat being stirred into the boiling soup, breaking apart into small pieces.

    Once the soup is boiling, remove the lid and add the prepared minced meat. Stir quickly to ensure it breaks apart and cooks evenly throughout the soup.

    Tip: Stirring immediately prevents the meat from clumping together.
  6. 6Garnish and serve
    Finished sweet and sour minced meat and tofu soup garnished with chopped green onions.

    After boiling for a few minutes, sprinkle freshly chopped green onions over the top. The soup is now ready to serve.

    Tip: Add the green onions right before serving to keep them fresh and vibrant.

Storing Leftovers

Refrigerator
2 days
Store in an airtight container. Note that tofu may absorb more broth over time.
Reheating
5 min
Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat to avoid breaking the delicate tofu.

Burn It Off

Brisk Walking
~65 minutes of steady exercise (~5 km/h).
Yoga
~95 minutes of mindful practice.
House Cleaning
~75 minutes of active movement.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, shimeji or shiitake mushrooms work well as substitutes, though they may require an extra minute of cooking time compared to enoki.
Score a small X on the bottom of the tomatoes and blanch them in boiling water for 30 seconds, then immediately transfer to an ice bath; the skins will peel right off.
It is best enjoyed fresh. Because of the delicate nature of tofu and the rapid cooking time, we recommend cooking it shortly before serving.
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