Description
A warm and soothing Egg Drop Soup recipe that is quick and easy to make, featuring delicate egg ribbons in a savory broth with fresh ginger, scallions, and natural flavorings. Perfect for cozy nights, customizable, light, and nourishing.
Ingredients
Scale
Broth Base
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (natural)
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
- 1 tablespoon grape juice
Thickening Agent
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (natural gelling agent)
- 2 tablespoons cold water
Egg Mixture
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
Final Touches
- 2 scallions, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare Your Broth: Bring the chicken or vegetable broth to a gentle boil in a medium saucepan. Stir in the grated ginger, soy sauce (natural), vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), white pepper, and grape juice. Allow these to meld together for a few minutes to create a flavorful base.
- Thicken the Broth: Mix the cornstarch (natural gelling agent) with cold water to create a slurry. Slowly pour the slurry into the simmering broth while stirring constantly. This will thicken the soup and give it a velvety texture.
- Create the Egg Ribbons: Lightly beat the eggs in a bowl. With the broth at a gentle simmer, slowly drizzle the egg mixture in a thin stream while stirring gently in one direction. The eggs will cook instantly and form delicate ribbons throughout the soup.
- Final Touches: Turn off the heat and stir in the chopped scallions for freshness. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs to create even, silky egg ribbons.
- Pour eggs slowly while stirring gently to avoid large clumps.
- Keep the broth at a gentle simmer for smooth egg ribbons and to prevent toughness.
- High-quality broth enhances the depth of flavor.
- Add garnishes like herbs or scallions just before serving to maintain their vibrance and crunch.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: egg drop soup, quick soup, easy soup recipe, comforting soup, Chinese soup, savory broth, egg ribbons
