Waka Tomato Basil Egg Drop Soup

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 cup crushed tomatoes
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1/4 cup fresh basil
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 tsp salt(optional)
• 1/8 tsp black pepper(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prep (10 minutes): Mince the garlic and roughly chop the basil. Beat the eggs in a bowl until smooth.

2. 2

   Cook (15 minutes): In a pot, warm the olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the garlic for about 30–60 seconds, then stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute. Add crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth; bring to a gentle simmer.

3. 3

   Cook (15 minutes): Reduce to a low simmer and slowly drizzle in the beaten eggs while stirring the soup in one direction to form silky ribbons. Simmer gently for 2–3 minutes until the eggs are set.

4. 4

   Finish: Stir in basil, then season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve immediately.