Ginger Garlic Egg Drop Soup

Ingredients

• 2 cups Chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
• 1 tbsp Fresh ginger, grated
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp Soy sauce
• 1 tsp Sesame oil
• 2 Eggs
• 1 tsp Cornstarch(optional)
• 1 tbsp Water(optional)
• 2 tbsp Green onions, thinly sliced(optional)
• 1/4 tsp White pepper (or black pepper)(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prep (about 5 minutes): Grate the ginger, mince the garlic, slice the green onions, and beat the eggs in a bowl until smooth.

2. 2

   Cook (about 12 minutes): In a small pot, combine the chicken broth, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

3. 3

   If using cornstarch: Stir cornstarch with water, then whisk it into the simmering broth and simmer 1 minute to lightly thicken.

4. 4

   Slowly drizzle the beaten eggs into the simmering broth while stirring gently with a spoon to form silky ribbons. Simmer gently for 2 minutes, then turn off the heat.

5. 5

   Taste and season with white pepper if desired. Ladle into bowls and top with green onions.