Tomato Velvety Pork Soup

Cooking StepsHow to cook Tomato Velvety Pork Soup step by step

Cooking Process

1. 
   Step 1

   If using frozen tomatoes, soak them in cold water for a while.

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2. 
   Step 2

   Soak until the skin cracks, then peel — it comes off very easily.

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3. 
   Step 3

   While still partially frozen, cut into pieces. Be careful as tomatoes can be slippery.

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4. 
   Step 4

   Heat oil in a pot, add scallion and garlic and sauté until fragrant, then add the tomatoes.

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5. 
   Step 5

   Once the tomatoes break down into a saucy consistency, add tomato paste — use more if you prefer a thicker soup.

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6. 
   Step 6

   Add salt and light soy sauce. Adding salt early helps the tomatoes break down better.

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7. 
   Step 7

   Add mushroom seasoning, then pour in hot water.

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8. 
   Step 8

   Add the vegetables and cook for 1–2 minutes.

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9. 
   Step 9

   Meanwhile, marinate the sliced pork with white pepper powder, ginger powder, and a pinch of salt, then coat with a thin starch slurry.

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10. 
    Step 10

    When the water is at a gentle simmer, slide the pork slices in one by one.

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11. 
    Step 11

    Once all slices are in, cook for 1–2 minutes until they turn opaque and translucent. The slices are thin, so they don’t need long.

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12. 
    Step 12

    This is what the cooked pork looks like.

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13. 
    Step 13

    Add the pork slices to the pot, cover, and simmer for about 3 more minutes.

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14. 
    Step 14

    When the broth has thickened, sprinkle with chopped scallions and serve. If it is not thick enough, you can add a light cornstarch slurry to finish.

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15. 
    Step 15

    The soup is rich and the pork is tender — everything is coated in a flavorful broth. Absolutely delicious.

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