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egg drop soup

A quick and easy egg drop soup recipe perfect for a light lunch or appetizer. Warm, comforting, and ready in minutes!
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 large eggs lightly beaten
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground white pepper
  • 2 stalks green onions thinly sliced

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken broth to a boil.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and water until smooth. This is the slurry.
  • Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the boiling broth, stirring constantly. Reduce heat and simmer for 1 minute, or until slightly thickened.
  • Slowly drizzle the beaten eggs into the soup in a thin stream, stirring gently in one direction. The eggs will cook and form delicate ribbons.
  • Remove from heat and stir in sesame oil and white pepper.
  • Garnish with sliced green onions and serve immediately.

Notes

Optional: Add a few drops of soy sauce for extra flavor.