Egg Drop Soup {easy 10-minute recipe!}
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 3 cups chicken/vegetable stock
- 1 green onion
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 3 tbsp cold water
- ¾ tsp salt)
(gradually add to your taste
- ½ tsp white pepper)
(gradually add to your taste
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Directions
- 1
Wash and chop a green onion. Divide the white part and the green part into 2 piles. Set aside.
- 2
Crack 2 large eggs in a bowl, beat until smooth. Set aside.
- 3
Add 2 tbsps of cornstarch and 3 tbsps of cold water to a small bowl, stir until smooth. Set aside.
- 4
Pour 3 cups of vegetable/chicken stock to a pot. Add the white part of the green onion to the pot. Cook over high heat until simmering.
- 5
Once simmering, turn heat to medium low, gradually stir in the cornstarch water. Gently but continuously stir the soup until it turns glossy and thicken.
- 6
Use a ladle to drizzle the egg to the soup by drawing clockwise circles above the pot. Repeat until you use all the beaten egg.
- 7
Add salt, white pepper, and sesame oil to the soup. Gently stir until dissolved.
- 8
Transfer to a soup bowl. Garnish with green part of the green onion.
Egg Drop Soup {easy 10-minute recipe!}
Similar Recipes
:max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/__opt__aboutcom__coeus__resources__content_migration__simply_recipes__uploads__2015__05__egg-drop-soup-horiz-a-1800-5b32f28443874704adf8472759a59842.jpg)
:max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/26460-quick-and-easy-chicken-noodle-soup-allrecipes-1x1-1-b88125437574471db3e114c40bc6928e.jpg)
Ratings & Reviews
Based on 9 ratings
Rating Breakdown
About this Recipe
Craving a bowl of warm, soothing comfort without spending hours in the kitchen or resorting to takeout? This incredibly easy Egg Drop Soup recipe delivers authentic, classic flavors in just 10 minutes, making it the perfect healthy indulgence for any busy day or a quick, comforting appetizer.
What sets this recipe apart is its incredible simplicity and speed, proving that deeply satisfying, healthy comfort food doesn't have to be complicated. By focusing on fresh, accessible ingredients and streamlined steps, you can effortlessly create a soup that's both light and incredibly flavorful, rivaling your favorite takeout versions with minimal fuss.
You'll be treated to a delicate, savory broth, enriched with beautiful, silken ribbons of tender egg that dance through the soup. The subtle warmth of white pepper and a fragrant hint of sesame oil beautifully complement the rich chicken or vegetable stock, creating a harmonious flavor profile. It's a remarkably light yet deeply comforting soup, perfect for warming you up from the inside out, and its straightforward preparation makes it achievable even for beginner cooks seeking a quick, healthy meal.
This versatile soup invites personal touches. You can easily swap chicken stock for vegetable stock to make it a vegetarian option without compromising on flavor. Remember to adjust the salt and white pepper gradually to perfectly match your taste, ensuring a personalized flavor balance that truly satisfies. For an an extra touch of freshness and a pop of color, consider garnishing with additional sliced green onion just before serving.
This quick and healthy Egg Drop Soup is ideal as a light appetizer before a meal, or as a comforting standalone snack. Serve it hot, perhaps alongside a simple stir-fry or rice dish for a complete, satisfying experience.