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Egg Drop Soup Recipe

Egg Drop Soup Recipe


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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

A comforting and flavorful Chinese classic, Egg Drop Soup is a simple and satisfying dish perfect for chilly days or when you need a quick, light meal. This recipe yields a silky, savory broth with delicate egg ribbons and a hint of ginger, topped with fresh green onions.


Ingredients

Scale

Broth:

  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • ½ teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon white pepper
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • ½ teaspoon sesame oil

Slurry:

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons cold water

Egg Mixture:

  • 2 large eggs

Additional:

  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • Optional salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Broth: In a medium saucepan, bring chicken broth, ginger, white pepper, soy sauce, and sesame oil to a gentle boil over medium heat.
  2. Create the Slurry: Whisk cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl to create a slurry, then slowly stir it into the broth.
  3. Simmer: Reduce heat to low and let the soup simmer for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add Eggs: Beat eggs in a separate bowl. Slowly drizzle the eggs into the soup in a thin stream while gently stirring in one direction.
  5. Finish and Serve: Remove from heat once the egg is cooked. Taste and add salt if needed. Garnish with green onions and serve hot.

Notes

  • For a heartier version, consider adding tofu, corn, or peas.
  • Using a fine stream when adding the eggs creates the classic ‘egg flower’ texture.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Chinese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 90
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg