Sop Buncis: Simple Green Bean & Tomato Soup

This clear green bean soup is a simple, comforting dish that uses common ingredients and can be whipped up quickly. It’s light and refreshing, with a hint of tanginess from the boiled tomatoes.

📝 Ingredients

• 200 gr green beans, chopped
• 1 small red onion, sliced
• 2 inches fresh ginger, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, sliced
• 1 small tomato, quartered
• 1 tsp concentrated chicken stock
• 300 ml water
• 1/2 tsp black pepper powder
• Pinch of white pepper powder
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• Salt to taste

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Heat the vegetable oil in a cooking pot over low heat. Add the sliced onions, saute until they soften, around 3 mins.
2. 2Add the ginger and garlic. Continue sauteeing for another 2 minutes, or until fragrant.
3. 3Add the water and bring to a boil.
4. 4Add all the remaining ingredients. Cook over medium heat, until the green beans soften, around 15 mins.
5. 5Turn off the heat and serve.