Egg Drop Soup Restaurant Style
Indulge in the comforting warmth of Egg Drop Soup, prepared restaurant-style right in your kitchen! This classic Chinese takeout favorite features silky, ribbon-like swirls of egg suspended in a savory chicken broth that's thickened to perfection with a simple cornstarch slurry. A dash of soy sauce, sesame oil, and a hint of white pepper elevate the flavors, while fresh scallions add a bright, aromatic touch. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect as an appetizer or a light, satisfying meal. Whether you’re craving the ultimate cozy soup for a chilly evening or looking for a new go-to for family dinners, this Egg Drop Soup will deliver restaurant-quality results every time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 cup water
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons scallions (sliced thinly)
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 0.25 teaspoon white pepper (optional for seasoning)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Instructions
In a medium-sized pot, bring the chicken broth to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until fully dissolved to create a slurry. Set aside.
In another small bowl, beat the eggs until well-mixed with no visible streaks of white or yolk.
Once the broth begins to boil, reduce the heat to medium. Stir in the cornstarch slurry while continuously whisking to avoid clumps. Let the soup simmer for 1-2 minutes until it thickens slightly.
Slowly drizzle the beaten eggs into the pot in a thin, steady stream while gently stirring in one direction with a fork or chopsticks. This will create the signature silky egg ribbons. Once all the egg is added, allow it to cook undisturbed for 30 seconds.
Stir in the soy sauce, sesame oil, white pepper (if using), and salt. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with sliced scallions before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
401 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.1 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 3753 mg | 163% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.9 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.5 g | ||
| Protein | 25.9 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 158 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1007 mg | 21% | |
*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.
