Chinese Egg Drop Soup
Warm, comforting, and incredibly easy to make, Chinese Egg Drop Soup is the ultimate quick and satisfying meal-in-a-bowl. This classic Chinese soup features silky ribbons of whisked eggs delicately swirled into a savory chicken broth infused with aromatic ginger, soy sauce, and a hint of sesame oil. Thickened slightly with a cornstarch slurry for a velvety texture, it’s finished with a sprinkle of freshly sliced green onions and a touch of white pepper for a gentle kick. Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners, light lunches, or as a tasty starter for any Asian-inspired meal. Serve it fresh and steaming for an authentic restaurant-style experience at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 pieces large eggs
- 1 teaspoon ginger (grated or minced)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons green onions (sliced)
- 0.25 teaspoon white pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
In a medium-sized pot, bring the chicken broth to a gentle boil over medium heat.
While waiting for the broth to heat, mix the cornstarch and water in a small bowl until smooth to create a slurry.
In a separate bowl, crack the eggs and beat them with a fork until fully blended. Set aside.
Once the broth is boiling, stir in the ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, white pepper, and salt. Allow the flavors to meld for 1-2 minutes.
Stir the cornstarch slurry into the boiling broth gradually, ensuring you whisk constantly to avoid lumps. Let the broth simmer for 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened.
Reduce the heat to low and create a gentle whirlpool in the pot by stirring the broth in a circular motion with a spoon or whisk.
Slowly drizzle the beaten eggs into the swirling broth in a thin, steady stream while continuing to stir gently to create delicate egg ribbons.
Allow the soup to cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the eggs are set.
Taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt or white pepper if needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with sliced green onions, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
408 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.1 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 3528 mg | 153% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.8 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.5 g | ||
| Protein | 26.9 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 150 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1053 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
