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Chinese Egg Drop Soup

Comforting Chinese Egg Drop Soup in Just 10 Minutes

This Quick and Easy Chinese Egg Drop Soup is a low-calorie, protein-packed delight that warms the soul.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 71

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 large Eggs fresh for best flavor
  • 4 cups Chicken Stock low-sodium recommended
  • 2 cups Water for soup
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch for thickening
  • 2 tablespoons Water for cornstarch slurry
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon White Pepper or black pepper as substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Chicken Bouillon Powder optional
  • 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric Powder optional
For Garnishing
  • 2 stalks Green Onions both white and green parts
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil for flavor

Equipment

  • medium pot
  • measuring cup
  • small bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Beat the eggs in a measuring cup with water and whisk until frothy. Set aside.
  2. Heat chicken stock in a medium pot and add the white pepper, bouillon powder, turmeric, and white parts of green onions. Simmer for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Prepare slurry by mixing cornstarch with water in a small bowl. Make sure it's smooth with no lumps.
  4. With low heat, pour the cornstarch slurry into the stock while stirring continuously for about 30 seconds.
  5. Pour the beaten egg mixture slowly into the pot while stirring to create ribbons of egg.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in sesame oil. Serve hot, garnished with green onion tops.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 71kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 6gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use high-quality ingredients for the best results. Customize with extra veggies or proteins for a unique soup.

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