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Egg Drop Soup


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A comforting and quick egg drop soup with simple ingredients.


Ingredients

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  • 2 large eggs
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
  • 2 scallions, sliced thin

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil over medium heat.
  2. Stir in soy sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper.
  3. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with water until fully dissolved, then stir into the broth.
  4. Reduce heat to low and let the soup simmer gently.
  5. Beat the eggs well in a separate bowl.
  6. Slowly pour the eggs into the soup in a thin stream while stirring in one direction to create ribbons.
  7. Turn off heat, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with sliced scallions.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, add a few drops of chili oil before serving.
  • This recipe is easily adaptable; feel free to add vegetables such as peas or carrots.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Chinese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 220mg