Description
Learn how to make a delicious and comforting Egg Drop Soup at home with this easy recipe. This Chinese-inspired soup is light, flavorful, and perfect for a quick meal.
Ingredients
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Broth:
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
Soup Base Thickening:
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons cold water
Egg Mixture:
- 2 large eggs
Additional:
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- Salt and white pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/4 cup corn kernels or peas
Instructions
- Prepare the Broth: In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken broth to a simmer over medium heat. Add grated ginger and sesame oil.
- Thicken the Soup: In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and cold water until smooth. Stir it into the broth to thicken slightly.
- Add Eggs: Beat the eggs well in another bowl. Slowly drizzle beaten eggs into the simmering broth while gently stirring to create ribbons.
- Season and Garnish: Season with salt, white pepper. Add optional vegetables and heat through. Garnish with green onions before serving.
Notes
- Use a fork or chopsticks to gently swirl the broth while pouring in the eggs for delicate ribbons.
- For a heartier version, consider adding tofu, cooked chicken, or mushrooms.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
