Description
Homemade Egg Drop Soup Recipe
Ingredients
4 cups (1 liter) chicken or vegetable broth
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
1 tablespoon water (to dissolve cornstarch)
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil (optional, for flavor)
1/2 teaspoon soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Salt and pepper to taste
2 green onions, finely chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare the Broth:
In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken or vegetable broth to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Add soy sauce, sesame oil, ground ginger, salt, and pepper to the broth. Stir well.
(Optional) Thicken the Broth:
Dissolve the cornstarch in 1 tablespoon of water to create a slurry.
Slowly add the slurry to the boiling broth, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened.
Add the Eggs:
Reduce the heat to low so the broth is just simmering.
Slowly drizzle the beaten eggs into the broth in a thin stream while stirring gently in one direction with a fork or chopsticks.
The eggs will cook immediately, forming silky ribbons.
Garnish and Serve:
Remove the soup from heat.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with finely chopped green onions.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 2-4
Egg Drop Soup is a quick, comforting, and flavorful dish perfect as an appetizer or light meal. Pair with your favorite Asian-inspired dishes for a complete experience.
