Description
Egg Drop Soup is a heartwarming dish that combines silky eggs with a savory broth, creating a comforting experience in every bowl. Perfect for chilly evenings or as a quick lunch, this easy-to-make soup features delicate flavors of ginger and green onions, making it both visually appealing and satisfying. It’s a delightful recipe that brings family together, evoking cherished memories of your favorite Chinese restaurant.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 large eggs
- 3 green onions (chopped, white and green parts)
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, heat the chicken broth over medium heat until simmering.
- Stir in grated ginger and the white parts of chopped green onions; cook for about one minute.
- Mix cornstarch with water until smooth; gradually add it to the simmering broth to thicken.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs; slowly drizzle them into the soup while stirring continuously to create ribbons.
- Add dark soy sauce and season with pepper to taste.
- Remove from heat and stir in the remaining green onion tops before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 150mg