Egg Drop Soup
A comforting and easy Egg Drop Soup that brings warmth and nostalgia, perfect for cozy evenings and gatherings.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth Base of the soup, controls saltiness.
- 2 medium green onions Use white parts for cooking and green tops for garnishing.
- 1 thumb-sized piece fresh ginger Chopped, adds warmth and flavor.
- 2-3 large eggs Beaten, adds the signature silky texture.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather your ingredients and prepare your workspace.
- Slice the white parts of the green onions and save the green tops for garnishing.
- Peel and finely chop the ginger.
Cooking
- In a medium pot, add the chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer at medium heat.
- Add the chopped ginger and the white parts of the green onions to the pot. Let them simmer for about 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, crack the eggs and whisk them gently until well combined.
- Reduce the heat to low and stir the simmering broth gently to create a whirlpool effect.
- Slowly pour the beaten eggs into the pot while stirring. Let it cook for about a minute until the eggs form ribbons.
- Remove the pot from heat and add the green tops of the green onions.
- Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with more green onions if desired.
Notes
For a thicker soup, you can add cornstarch mixed with water before adding the eggs. Adjust seasoning to your taste.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g
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