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Restaurant-Style Egg Drop Soup


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  • Author: Sophia
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A silky, comforting Chinese-style egg drop soup made with a flavorful chicken broth, delicate ribbons of egg, and a hint of ginger, ready in just 15 minutes for a quick and cozy meal or starter.


Ingredients

4 cups chicken broth

1 tablespoon soy sauce

1 teaspoon sesame oil

1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger

2 tablespoons cornstarch

2 tablespoons cold water

2 large eggs, beaten

1/4 teaspoon white pepper

2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)


Instructions

  1. In a medium pot, combine chicken broth, soy sauce, sesame oil, and grated ginger. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and cold water to make a slurry. Slowly add to the simmering broth while stirring to thicken.
  3. Once the broth thickens slightly, reduce heat to low.
  4. Slowly pour the beaten eggs into the broth in a thin stream, stirring gently with a fork or chopsticks to create egg ribbons.
  5. Season with white pepper to taste.
  6. Ladle soup into bowls, garnish with green onions, and serve immediately.

Notes

For extra nutrition, add baby spinach or frozen peas.

For a heartier version, stir in shredded chicken or tofu.

For a spicier kick, add chili oil or red pepper flakes.

Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.

Reheat gently over low heat without boiling to preserve egg texture.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Chinese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg