Description
Learn how to make a classic egg drop soup at home with this easy recipe. This comforting Chinese soup is simple, flavorful, and perfect for a cozy night in.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken broth to a gentle boil. Stir in the soy sauce, sesame oil, white pepper, and salt.
- Slowly whisk in the cornstarch slurry and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until slightly thickened. Reduce the heat to low.
- While stirring the soup in a circular motion, slowly drizzle in the beaten eggs to form thin ribbons. Remove from heat immediately.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions. Serve hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a small amount of grated ginger to the broth.
- You can also add corn kernels or peas for more texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
