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The Simplest Egg Drop Soup – Authentic, Quick & Comforting Chinese Recipe

The Simplest Egg Drop Soup

This timeless Chinese classic is quick, soothing, and deeply satisfying. With just a few simple ingredients, The Simplest Egg Drop Soup delivers comfort and nourishment in every spoonful.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with cold water to form a slurry
Egg Mixture
  • 2 eggs whisked
Seasoning and Garnish
  • 1 tsp soy sauce to taste
  • 1 tsp sesame oil to taste
  • 1/4 tsp white pepper or to taste
  • 2 scallions chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Bring 4 cups of chicken broth to a gentle simmer in a saucepan.
  2. Mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with cold water to create a slurry. Slowly stir it into the simmering broth to thicken.
  3. Whisk the eggs in a bowl. Turn the heat to low, and slowly pour the eggs into the soup while gently stirring to form silky ribbons.
  4. Add soy sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper to taste.
  5. Garnish with chopped scallions and serve hot.

Notes

For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken. Add extras like corn, mushrooms, tofu, or spinach to change up the flavor and texture.