Description
Egg Drop Soup is a warm and comforting classic that brings back cherished memories with every spoonful. This quick and easy recipe features silky strands of egg suspended in a savory broth, garnished with fresh green onions. Perfect for chilly nights or busy weeknights, this dish promises to warm your heart and satisfy your hunger in no time.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- ½ teaspoon white pepper
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring the broth to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and cold water until smooth.
- Gradually add the cornstarch mixture to the simmering broth while stirring continuously.
- Beat the eggs lightly in a separate bowl, then drizzle into the broth slowly while stirring gently to form ribbons.
- Stir in sesame oil and white pepper, adjusting seasoning as desired.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 210mg