Egg Drop Soup

Name: Egg Drop Soup
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: 4 cups chicken broth; 3 large eggs, beaten; 2 tbsp cornstarch; 3 tbsp water (for cornstarch slurry); 2 green onions, thinly sliced; 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated; 1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/8 tsp ground white pepper

A simple and delicate Chinese soup made by creating wisps of beaten eggs in seasoned chicken broth. Light, comforting, and ready in minutes.

15 minEasyServes 4110 cal/serving

ChineseSoupStovetopPescatarianLow CarbGluten-FreeNut-FreeLow-Sodium

Ingredients

4 cups chicken broth
3 large eggs, beaten
2 tbsp cornstarch
3 tbsp water (for cornstarch slurry)
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp ground white pepper

Instructions

1

In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups chicken broth to a simmer over medium heat. Add 1 tsp grated fresh ginger and half of the 2 thinly sliced green onions, reserving the rest for garnish.
2

In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp cornstarch and 3 tbsp water (for cornstarch slurry) to make a slurry.
3

Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the simmering broth while stirring constantly. Continue to simmer for 1-2 minutes until the soup slightly thickens.
4

Reduce the heat to low. Using a fork or whisk, stir the soup in a circular motion to create a gentle whirlpool.
5

Slowly pour 3 beaten large eggs into the soup in a thin stream while continuing to stir the soup gently. The eggs will cook immediately and form ribbons or 'flowers'.
6

Turn off the heat and stir in 1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp ground white pepper.
7

Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
8

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with the remaining green onions. Serve immediately.

Questions

How long does Egg Drop Soup keep?

Refrigerate it up to four days, or freeze it in portions for up to three months. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or stock to loosen it.

Can I halve or double Egg Drop Soup?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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