Egg Drop Soup
A comforting, silky soup made with chicken broth and wispy beaten eggs.
Prep Time
5 min
Cook Time
10 min
Servings
2
Ingredients
- 4 cups Chicken broth
- 3 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon Soy sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 2 stalks Green onions, sliced(optional)
- 1 pinch White pepper(optional)
- 1 pinch Turmeric(optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk the cornstarch with 1/4 cup of the chicken broth until smooth to create a slurry.
- 2
Pour the remaining chicken broth into a pot. Add the ginger, soy sauce, and turmeric (for color). Bring to a gentle boil.
- 3
Stir in the cornstarch slurry and let the soup simmer for 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened.
- 4
In a separate bowl, lightly beat the eggs.
- 5
Reduce heat to low. Use a spoon to stir the broth in a circular motion to create a slow whirlpool.
- 6
Slowly drizzle the beaten eggs into the broth while continuing to stir gently to create thin ribbons.
- 7
Remove from heat immediately. Stir in the sesame oil and white pepper.
- 8
Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories
145
kcal
Protein
11
g
Carbs
8
g
Fat
7
g
Fiber
0
g
Sugar
1
g
Sodium
980
mg
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