Description
Enjoy a steaming bowl of egg drop soup, where silky ribbons of egg swirl in a flavorful ginger-infused broth. This comforting dish is quick to make, taking just 20 minutes from start to finish. Perfect for chilly evenings or when you crave something warm and inviting, this recipe allows for customization with your favorite add-ins. Gather your friends or savor it alone – each spoonful promises warmth and satisfaction!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 large eggs
- 3 scallions, chopped
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp cold water
- 1/4 tsp white pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- In a pot, heat the chicken broth over medium heat until simmering. Add grated ginger and soy sauce.
- Mix cornstarch with cold water until smooth, then stir into the simmering broth until thickened.
- Lightly beat the eggs in a bowl. Slowly drizzle the eggs into the broth while stirring continuously to create ribbons.
- Add chopped scallions and white pepper; simmer for another minute.
- Drizzle sesame oil into the soup before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 186mg