Egg Drop Soup
Egg Drop Soup is a comforting classic that brings warmth and flavor to any meal. With its silky broth and delicate ribbons of egg, this soup is not only simple to prepare but also customizable to your taste. Perfect for chilly evenings or as a starter at dinner parties, this recipe will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 large eggs
- 2 scallions, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- 1–2 tablespoons soy sauce
Instructions
- In a medium pot, bring the chicken broth to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Stir in the grated ginger and chopped scallions; let infuse for 3-5 minutes.
- Whisk the eggs in a small bowl. Gradually pour into the simmering broth while stirring gently to form ribbons.
- Mix cornstarch with cold water until smooth; stir into the soup and simmer for an additional minute until thickened.
- Add soy sauce to taste, then serve hot garnished with extra scallions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 105
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 186mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider incorporating vegetables like spinach or mushrooms. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently to avoid rubbery eggs.