Description
Egg Drop Soup is a cozy, comforting dish that warms the soul with its silky egg ribbons and savory broth. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe is quick to prepare and customizable with your favorite vegetables or proteins. Aromatic and delicious, it’s sure to become a staple in your home.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups chicken broth
- 3 large eggs
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/4 tsp white pepper (optional)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, heat chicken broth over medium heat until simmering.
- Stir in soy sauce and sesame oil; allow the aroma to develop.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs until fully combined.
- Gradually drizzle the beaten eggs into the simmering broth while stirring gently to create ribbons.
- Cook for about 30 seconds until the eggs are set, then remove from heat and stir in green onions.
- For a thicker soup, add the cornstarch mixture and simmer briefly until thickened.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 210mg