Authentic Chinese Egg Drop Soup: Easy Comfort in Every Spoonful
A warm and comforting bowl of authentic Chinese egg drop soup that brings a taste of home in every spoonful.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Chinese
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
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- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
- 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
Instructions
- In a pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs.
- In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry.
- Add the slurry to the broth and stir until thickened.
- Slowly drizzle in the beaten eggs while stirring the broth gently.
- Season with white pepper and garnish with green onions before serving.
Notes
- This soup can be made vegetarian by using vegetable broth.
- Feel free to add tofu or vegetables for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: Authentic Chinese Egg Drop Soup, Egg Drop Soup, Comfort Food, Chinese Recipes