Simple and Delicious Shrimp-Salted Egg Drop Soup with Pan-Fried Tofu and Kimchi
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Worried about soaring prices? This recipe offers a hearty and satisfying meal that’s easy on your wallet! Featuring a flavorful egg drop soup made with rice water and broth cubes, paired with perfectly pan-fried tofu and savory stir-fried kimchi. This nutritious and simple dish is perfect for beginners or those living alone!
Nutritious Shrimp-Salted Egg Drop Soup Ingredients
- 3 cups rice water (approx. 600ml)
- 1 broth cube (or kelp/dashi broth)
- 1/2 tbsp salted shrimp brine (just the liquid)
- A bit of green onion, finely chopped
Spicy and Sweet Tofu Kimchi Ingredients
- 1/8 head well-fermented kimchi
- 1 block tofu
- 1 can tuna (drained)
- A little cooking oil
- A bit of green onion, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- A pinch of toasted sesame seeds
- 1/8 head well-fermented kimchi
- 1 block tofu
- 1 can tuna (drained)
- A little cooking oil
- A bit of green onion, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- A pinch of toasted sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, crack 2-3 eggs into a bowl for the egg drop soup. Add 1/2 tablespoon of salted shrimp brine, using only the liquid for a delicate flavor, and whisk thoroughly with a fork or whisk until smooth. This will make your egg drop soup clear and full of umami.
Step 2
Next, prepare the green onion to add a fragrant touch to the soup. Wash about 1/4 of a green onion stalk and finely chop it. This will be added later to infuse the soup with a mild onion aroma.
Step 3
Now, let’s make the delicious broth for the egg drop soup. Pour 3 cups of rice water into a pot, and add 1 broth cube. If you don’t have broth cubes, using anchovy and kelp broth is also a great option. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium-low heat once boiling.
Step 4
Once the broth is simmering, slowly pour in the whisked egg mixture. Pouring it gently around the edges of the pot with a ladle or spoon will help it form beautiful, ribbon-like strands of cooked egg.
Step 5
Crucially, do not stir immediately after adding the egg! Wait a moment until the egg whites start to gently set and become fluffy. Then, use a spoon to gently scrape the bottom of the pot. This method ensures the egg cooks softly without clumping, allowing it to float beautifully in the broth. Stir gently to prevent sticking.
Step 6
Finally, add a generous amount of the finely chopped green onion you prepared and simmer for another moment. The refreshing aroma of the green onion will infuse the soup, making it even more delicious. Your flavorful shrimp-salted egg drop soup is now ready!
Step 7
Let’s start preparing the tofu kimchi. Thoroughly pat dry 1 block of tofu with paper towels. Removing excess moisture is key to preventing oil splattering and achieving a crispy texture when pan-frying. Heat a generous amount of cooking oil in a frying pan, and pan-fry the tofu until golden brown and appealing on both sides. This will result in a delightful crispy exterior and soft interior.
Step 8
Cut 1/8 head of well-fermented kimchi into bite-sized pieces (about 2-3 cm). Heat a little cooking oil in a pan, and stir-fry the cut kimchi until softened. Once the kimchi is tender, add 1 drained can of tuna and stir-fry together. The tuna will add a wonderful depth of flavor to the kimchi.
Step 9
To enhance the flavor of the stir-fried kimchi and tuna, add the finishing touches. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of sesame oil for a nutty aroma, and sprinkle a pinch of toasted sesame seeds for extra nuttiness and texture. Mix everything together well.
Step 10
Now it’s time for plating. Arrange the golden-brown pan-fried tofu slices around the edge of a serving plate. Place the delicious stir-fried kimchi and tuna mixture attractively in the center. Garnish with the finely chopped green onion and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for a beautiful presentation. Your visually appealing and incredibly tasty tofu kimchi is ready!
Step 11
Your warm and comforting shrimp-salted egg drop soup and your spicy and sweet tofu kimchi are complete! Enjoy this hearty and delicious meal!
