Description
Indulge in the comforting warmth of Wonton Egg Drop Soup, a delightful fusion of delicate wontons, silky egg ribbons, and savory broth. This easy-to-make Asian-inspired soup is perfect for a cozy night in or a quick meal anytime.
Ingredients
Scale
Wonton Egg Drop Soup:
- 8–10 frozen or fresh wontons
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- salt and white pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Soup: In a medium pot, bring chicken broth and water to a gentle boil. Stir in soy sauce and sesame oil.
- Cook Wontons: Add the wontons and cook for 4–6 minutes until they float and are cooked through.
- Add Eggs: Reduce heat, drizzle in beaten eggs while stirring gently to create ribbons.
- Thicken (Optional): Stir in cornstarch slurry if desired and simmer briefly.
- Season and Serve: Season with salt and white pepper. Garnish with green onions and serve hot.
Notes
- You can use pork, chicken, or veggie wontons based on preference.
- Add spinach or bok choy for extra greens.
- Enhance the flavor with homemade broth or a pinch of ground ginger.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
