Tomato Beef Macaroni Soup 鮮茄牛肉通粉

A quintessential Hong Kong Cha Chaan Teng classic, this comforting Tomato Beef Macaroni Soup features tender slices of beef, al dente macaroni, and a vibrant, tangy-sweet tomato broth. It's a beloved all-day breakfast or light meal, offering a taste of Hong Kong's unique culinary charm and a warm hug in a bowl.

Nutrition (per serving)

Ingredients

• 200g thinly sliced beef
• 100g elbow macaroni
• 3 ripe tomatoes, cut into wedges
• 1/2 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 700ml beef broth
• 3 tablespoons tomato ketchup
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon white pepper, or to taste
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• For Beef Marinade:
• 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1/4 teaspoon white pepper

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine the thinly sliced beef with light soy sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil, and white pepper. Mix well and set aside for 10 minutes.
2. Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil. Add macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot or deep pan over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
4. Add tomato wedges to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until they start to break down, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in tomato ketchup and tomato paste, cooking for 1-2 minutes to deepen the flavor.
5. Pour in the beef broth. Bring the soup to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and let it gently simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
6. Increase the heat to medium-low. Add the marinated beef slices to the simmering soup, stirring gently to separate them. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the beef is just cooked through (do not overcook).
7. Season the soup with sugar, salt, and white pepper to taste. Add the drained macaroni to the soup, stir to combine, and heat through for 1 minute.
8. Ladle the Tomato Beef Macaroni Soup into bowls and serve hot.

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