Comforting Egg Drop Soup
Warm your soul with a bowl of Comforting Egg Drop Soup—a quick and easy classic that comes together in just 15 minutes! Made with silky ribbons of whisked egg gently swirled into a flavorful chicken broth, this recipe is elevated with a touch of ground ginger, soy sauce, and optional sesame oil for a hint of nutty depth. Thickened slightly with a cornstarch slurry, this light yet satisfying soup is perfect as a starter or a stand-alone meal. Garnished with fresh green onions, it’s a delightful combination of simplicity and elegance, ideal for busy weeknights or when you need a cozy pick-me-up. This homemade version of the beloved Chinese takeout staple is naturally gluten-free (with tamari or gluten-free soy sauce) and can be customized to suit your taste. Try it once, and it’s sure to become a household favorite!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons water
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
- 2 tablespoons green onions
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon white pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized pot, bring the chicken broth to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Step 2
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 3 tablespoons of water until it forms a smooth slurry. Set aside.
Step 3
Crack the eggs into another bowl and whisk them thoroughly to combine the whites and yolks.
Step 4
Once the broth is boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer. Slowly stir in the cornstarch slurry and continue to cook for a minute until the broth slightly thickens.
Step 5
While continuously stirring the soup with a fork or a spoon, gradually drizzle in the beaten eggs. This will create silky ribbons of egg.
Step 6
Add the soy sauce, ground ginger, salt, and white pepper to the soup. Stir to combine.
Step 7
Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning, if necessary.
Step 8
Remove the soup from the heat and stir in the sliced green onions and sesame oil, if using.
Step 9
Serve the soup hot, garnished with extra green onions if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1147.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 278.8 |
| Total Fat 11.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 3.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 372mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4120.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 14.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 2.9g | |
| Protein 27.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 82IU | 0% |
| Calcium 151.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1053.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories