Spinach Egg Drop Soup
Warm, comforting, and ready in just 20 minutes, this Spinach Egg Drop Soup is a perfect balance of light and hearty, making it an ideal weeknight dinner or starter. Featuring a gently seasoned chicken or vegetable broth infused with garlic, soy sauce, and white pepper, this recipe shines with the addition of fresh, vibrant spinach and delicate ribbons of silky egg. A quick cornstarch slurry creates a velvety texture, while a drizzle of sesame oil and a sprinkle of green onions add a burst of flavor and aroma. Easy to make yet packed with nutrients, this healthy soup recipe is a simple way to elevate your meal. Serve it steaming hot for a dish that’s satisfying, flavorful, and delectably nourishing.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 cloves garlic
- 0.25 teaspoon ground white pepper
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 stalks green onions
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Instructions
In a medium pot, bring the chicken or vegetable broth to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Meanwhile, wash the spinach thoroughly and roughly chop it if the leaves are large. Mince the garlic and thinly slice the green onions.
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to create a slurry, ensuring there are no lumps.
Crack the eggs into another bowl and lightly beat them with a fork or whisk.
Add the minced garlic and soy sauce to the boiling broth, then reduce the heat to medium-low.
Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the soup to slightly thicken.
Gradually add the spinach to the soup, stirring gently until it wilts, about 1-2 minutes.
While stirring the soup in a circular motion, slowly drizzle the beaten eggs in a thin stream to create silky egg ribbons.
Season the soup with ground white pepper, sesame oil, and salt to taste. Stir well to combine.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
416 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.7 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.5 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 5437 mg | 236% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.8 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.2 g | ||
| Protein | 23.8 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 255 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 468 mg | 10% | |
*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.
