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Egg Drop Soup

Delicious Egg Drop Soup: Easy, Heartwarming Comfort in a Bowl

A warm and comforting bowl of Egg Drop Soup that is quick to prepare and full of flavor.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Broth
  • 4 cups Chicken or Vegetable Broth low-sodium preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch can be swapped with arrowroot for gluten-free
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger fresh ginger can be substituted
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder fresh minced garlic works well
  • 1/4 teaspoon White Pepper or regular black pepper
For the Eggs
  • 4 large Eggs can use only egg whites for a lighter soup
For Finishing Touches
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Oil can substitute with vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions or chives for garnish
  • to taste Sea Salt adjust to taste
  • to taste Black Pepper adjust to taste

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • whisk
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the chicken or vegetable broth, cornstarch, ground ginger, garlic powder, and white pepper until well combined. Heat over high until the mixture reaches a gentle simmer.
  2. In a separate bowl, crack your eggs and egg whites, whisking them together until thoroughly blended and slightly frothy.
  3. Stir the simmering broth in a circular motion to create a whirlpool. Gradually pour the egg mixture into the whirlpool in a thin stream, continuing to stir gently to form silky ribbons of egg.
  4. Remove the pot from heat, then stir in the toasted sesame oil. Taste your broth and adjust the seasoning with sea salt and a dash of white pepper if necessary.
  5. Ladle the warm soup into bowls, garnishing with freshly chopped green onions and a sprinkle of black pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 185mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Top with crispy wonton strips for an added crunch. Store leftovers for up to 2 days in the fridge. Freeze for longer storage, up to 1 month.

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