Tomato Potato Soup (番茄土豆汤)
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Tomato Potato Soup (番茄土豆汤)
Description
Tomato Potato Soup (番茄土豆汤) highlights fresh, in-season tomatoes and russet potatoes as the main ingredients. The tomatoes are cut into sizeable chunks and softened slightly in oil to release their juices. Potatoes cut into fry-like sticks are then cooked in water with the tomatoes to create a subtle broth with some body from the starchy potatoes.
The cooking method gently breaks down the tomatoes while allowing the potatoes to remain distinct, providing a tender but not mushy texture. Finely chopped scallions add a fresh mild onion flavor at the end, and salt is adjusted to personal taste to bring out the natural flavors. The soup's mild profile makes it easy to enjoy as a light starter or a snack, and it can be served warm or at room temperature.
The method's simplicity mainly focuses on letting the natural flavors of tomatoes and potatoes develop. Keeping the potatoes in cold water before cooking helps avoid discoloration, maintaining the soup's clean appearance. The balance of acid and starch yields a satisfying, easy-to-make soup.
Ingredients
- 1 pound tomato preferably in-season fresh tomatoes; cut into 1-inch/2.5cm chunks. 1 pound/450g = about 2 large
- 1 pound russet potato or any potato you like; cut into sticks similar to french fries. 1 pound/450g = about 3 medium
- 2 tablespoons neutral oil
- 6 cups water
- 1 scallion (finely chopped)
- salt (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the tomatoes and potatoes. If you’re not cooking the soup right away, keep the potatoes in a bowl of cold water to prevent them from oxidizing (turning brown).
- Heat oil in a medium soup pot over medium-high heat, and add the tomatoes. Cook for 3-5 minutes, until tomatoes have softened and broken down a bit.
- Add the water and potato, and bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, cover, reduce the heat to medium, and cook for 15 minutes. Finally, add the scallion and salt to taste (don’t be afraid to be generous with the salt). Serve hot or at room temperature!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 115 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 115kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 17g | 6% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.02g | 1% |
| Sodium | 20mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 500mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 650IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 15mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 26mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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