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Homemade Egg Drop Soup

Cozy Up with Quick Homemade Egg Drop Soup Tonight

This Homemade Egg Drop Soup is a quick and satisfying meal, ready in just 15 minutes.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Broth
  • 4 cups Low-sodium Chicken Broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 1 cup Water
For Thickening
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch mix with cold water to create slurry
For the Eggs
  • 2 large Eggs add an extra yolk for richer taste
For Flavoring
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground White Pepper or black pepper as an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil optional
  • to taste Salt adjust based on broth sodium level
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Finely Sliced Green Onions add both white and green parts

Equipment

  • Medium pot
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium pot, pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and bring it over medium heat. Stir occasionally until gently bubbling, about 4-5 minutes.
  2. While the broth simmers, whisk together the cornstarch with a couple of tablespoons of cold water until smooth. Stir in the cornstarch mixture once the broth is simmering and allow to thicken for 1-2 minutes.
  3. In a separate bowl, crack the large eggs and whisk until well combined. Consider adding an additional egg yolk for creaminess.
  4. Reduce heat to low and gradually drizzle the beaten eggs into the broth while stirring in one direction to form ribbons. Cook until the eggs are set.
  5. Stir in the soy sauce, ground white pepper, sesame oil, and salt to taste. Let simmer for an additional minute.
  6. Serve in warm bowls and garnish with finely sliced green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a creamy touch, consider an extra egg yolk. Enjoy your soup warm!

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