1STEP 1 | Select ripe tomatoes, wash thoroughly, and cut into small chunks.
Fresh Tomato Soup Tricolor Pao Fan (Rice in Broth)
Savory-sweet tomato broth paired with soft eggs, savory minced pork, and juicy mushrooms over warm rice.
Fresh Tomato Soup Tricolor Pao Fan features a naturally sweet and tangy tomato broth simmered with tender rice, crunchy preserved mustard tuber, and fresh cilantro. It is topped with silky scrambled eggs, savory minced pork, and sautéed mushrooms, creating a comforting and colorful one-bowl meal.
Time30min
SuitableHome-cooking fans
MethodBoil
OccasionCold-wave day recommendation
SeasonAll seasons
Big City Shop
Full Episode Video
Ingredients（Serves 2-3）
Quick Method
2STEP 2 | Bring water to a boil in a deep pan, add the chopped tomatoes, and simmer over medium heat until the broth turns rich and red.
3STEP 3 | Marinate the minced pork with fish sauce, cornstarch, and sugar; beat the eggs and season with a pinch of salt.
4STEP 4 | Heat a little oil in a pan, pour in the egg mixture and quickly scramble until soft and just set (first color), then transfer to a plate.
5STEP 5 | Add a bit more oil to the pan, stir-fry the marinated minced pork until cooked through and slightly browned (second color), then dish out.
6STEP 6 | Add a dash of oil to the pan, pan-fry the fresh mushrooms until golden and fragrant (third color), then remove and set aside.
7STEP 7 | Add the cooked rice, sliced preserved mustard tuber, and chopped coriander into the boiling tomato broth; season with fish sauce and sugar, boiling briefly so the rice absorbs the flavors.
8STEP 8 | Ladle the tomato soup and rice into a deep bowl, arrange the scrambled eggs, minced pork, and mushrooms on top in three colors, garnish with coriander leaves and serve.
Tips and Pitfalls
Use Ripe Tomatoes for Broth
Choose softer, ripe tomatoes chopped finely so their juices and flavor release quickly into the boiling water.
Scramble Eggs Quickly for Tenderness
Keep heat medium and remove eggs the moment they are loosely set to retain a velvety texture.
Cornstarch Tenderizes Minced Pork
Mixing cornstarch and fish sauce into minced pork locks in moisture during stir-frying.
Stir-Fry Toppings Separately for Vibrant Colors
Cook the egg, pork, and mushrooms individually so they retain distinct colors and flavors upon serving.
Overview
Fresh Tomato Soup Tricolor Pao Fan features a naturally sweet and tangy tomato broth simmered with tender rice, crunchy preserved mustard tuber, and fresh cilantro. It is topped with silky scrambled eggs, savory minced pork, and sautéed mushrooms, creating a comforting and colorful one-bowl meal.
