Chinese Egg Drop Soup
Warm, comforting, and incredibly easy to make, Chinese Egg Drop Soup is the ultimate quick and satisfying meal-in-a-bowl. This classic Chinese soup features silky ribbons of whisked eggs delicately swirled into a savory chicken broth infused with aromatic ginger, soy sauce, and a hint of sesame oil. Thickened slightly with a cornstarch slurry for a velvety texture, it’s finished with a sprinkle of freshly sliced green onions and a touch of white pepper for a gentle kick. Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners, light lunches, or as a tasty starter for any Asian-inspired meal. Serve it fresh and steaming for an authentic restaurant-style experience at home!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 pieces large eggs
- 1 teaspoon ginger (grated or minced)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons green onions (sliced)
- 0.25 teaspoon white pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized pot, bring the chicken broth to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Step 2
While waiting for the broth to heat, mix the cornstarch and water in a small bowl until smooth to create a slurry.
Step 3
In a separate bowl, crack the eggs and beat them with a fork until fully blended. Set aside.
Step 4
Once the broth is boiling, stir in the ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, white pepper, and salt. Allow the flavors to meld for 1-2 minutes.
Step 5
Stir the cornstarch slurry into the boiling broth gradually, ensuring you whisk constantly to avoid lumps. Let the broth simmer for 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened.
Step 6
Reduce the heat to low and create a gentle whirlpool in the pot by stirring the broth in a circular motion with a spoon or whisk.
Step 7
Slowly drizzle the beaten eggs into the swirling broth in a thin, steady stream while continuing to stir gently to create delicate egg ribbons.
Step 8
Allow the soup to cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the eggs are set.
Step 9
Taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt or white pepper if needed.
Step 10
Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with sliced green onions, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1151.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 408.3 |
| Total Fat 24.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g | |
| Cholesterol 372mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3528.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 22.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 2.5g | |
| Protein 26.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 80IU | 0% |
| Calcium 150.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1053.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories