Lucas Sin's Most Popular Tomato Egg Drop Recipe | Why it Works (New Series!)

TOMATO EGG DROP (NOT SOUP!): In Season 1, episode 1 of Why it Works, Lucas Sin explains all of the science and techniques needed for the perfect Chinese tomato egg drop- rice's best friend! "There are endless variations of tomato and egg. The root of that versatility is in the dish’s simplicity; tomato and eggs seem to be made for each other. The combination of the two produce a dish that is robust in its savoriness, with both tomatoes and eggs heavy in the umami-tasting glutamate amino acid. That depth of flavor is then punctuated by the acidity of the tomatoes and rounded with the creaminess of the eggs, merging the two into a satisfying, balanced dish. In Chinese cooking, this simple combination of these two ingredients gives this dish incredible versatility. Throughout China, cooks adapt the dish for regional preferences of taste, texture, and serving. In warmer climates, the dish is a bright stir-fry to be eaten with rice. In colder regions, the dish can be a warm topping for pulled noodles or with dumplings." ~Lucas CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Introduction 00:37 - Prep the Tomatoes 01:46 - All About the Eggs 03:44 - The Aromatics 04:31 - Cook the Tomato Sauce 07:51 - Starch Slurries 09:22 - The Egg Drop! GET THE RECIPE: Best Tomato Egg Drop: https://f52.co/45HU3wN PRODUCTS FEATURED IN THIS VIDEO: Five Two Ultimate Carbon Steel Wok: https://f52.co/44tvP8u Luminarc 10-Piece Stackable Glass Bowl Set: https://f52.co/3szxITR MORE ABOUT WHY IT WORKS: In this technique-driven series, Food52 Resident Lucas Sin dives into the reasoning behind the culinary methods he uses in the kitchen. We'll learn why certain Chinese cooking techniques work and how they can be applied beyond their traditional recipes. If you're looking to level up in the kitchen, this skill-centered series is a great place to start! MORE FROM FOOD52: Subscribe here to our YouTube Channel! https://f52.co/2HN7Dp8 GET MORE OF FOOD52 BY CONNECTING BELOW: Website: https://food52.com Our Shop: https://food52.com/shop Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/food52 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Food52 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/food52 Twitter: https://twitter.com/Food52 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@food52 Food52 newsletter: https://f52.co/newsletter RELATED VIDEOS: How to Stir-Fry Greens 🥬: https://youtu.be/h8EcbCXv6M0?si=mHL130_QLz5UP-Ws Lucas Makes Steamed Eggs, Two Ways: https://youtu.be/4_2yK7ZSnLA?si=Ed2MvVI-m1vVJ4Ij WATCH MORE VIDEOS WITH LUCAS SIN: Lucas Sin Teaches You How to Pan-Fry Tofu 2 Ways: https://youtu.be/czf4uNUrwQg?si=LGXPLHKRBGNJ9s4e Lucas Sin Makes 2 Styles of Wonton | In The Kitchen With: https://youtu.be/nde2i8m-fkU?si=f3DrbSs-AFDfTtOd