Easy Egg Drop Soup Recipe (2024)

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Easy Egg Drop Soup is the wonderfully flavorful, brothy soup that is a classic in most Chinese food restaurants. It’s one of the first Asian dishes I remember trying (and falling in love with) when I was a kid. Each time we went to our favorite Chinese place, it was imperative to start the meal with a cup of egg drop soup. And, to this day, I still crave it.

This Easy Egg Drop Soup recipe is so good and so easy it will leave you craving it, too!

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Egg drop soup is something I have craved since childhood. It’s nostalgic and comforting and beyond delicious. Not only that, but it takes a mere 15 minutes to make.

Egg drop soup’s name comes from the addition of whisked eggs into a pot of hot broth. Also known as Egg Flower Soup, beautiful ribbons of egg form as soon as the egg hits the hot broth. It’s almost mesmerizing and so much fun to make.

This quick, easy, and classic soup will soon be a family favorite and no take out needed!

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03/08/2024 05:11 pm GMT

egg drop soup recipe ingredients

To make this Easy Egg Drop Soup, you’ll need:

how to make easy egg drop soup

Time needed:15 minutes

To make the egg drop soup, simply:

Prepare the broth.
Add the broth to a pot and bring to a simmer. Add the ginger, turmeric, and granulated garlic. Everyone’s broth will be different as far as salt. Taste the broth and determine if you need to add any. You could also do a little splash of soy sauce it your broth needs more salt.
Cornstarch slurry.
In a separate bowl, add a little water to the cornstarch and whisk until it’s combined. Pour the slurry into the simmering broth. It should thicken in just a couple of minutes.
Add the eggs.
Once the egg drop soup broth is seasoned and thickened to your preference, it’s time to add the eggs. Whisk the eggs in a separate bowl. With a fork or chop sticks, slowly stir the broth in a circular motion, creating a whirlpool-like effect. Slowly drizzle the egg into the broth while continuing to stir in circles. The slower you stir, the longer the egg ribbons will be. If you like smaller pieces of egg, stir faster.

frequently asked questions

How do I make egg drop soup thicker?

If you would like a thicker soup, simply add more cornstarch into the slurry. You can also add the slurry in steps. Add a little slurry, check for thickness. Add a little more, check for thickness. You can’t mess this part up!

Likewise, if you want a thinner soup, use less cornstarch.

What is a cornstarch slurry?

If you add cornstarch directly into hot liquids, it will clump. You don’t want clumps. To prevent this, add the cornstarch to a bowl with a little cool water. Whisk it to dissolve and add to the hot liquid. It will thicken up quickly.

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Easy Egg Drop Soup Recipe

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Easy Egg Drop Soup is a classic, comforting bowl of deliciousness that only takes 15 minutes to make. Grab some eggs and let's go!

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Cook Time:15 minutes mins

Total Time:15 minutes mins

Course: Soup

Cuisine: Asian, Chinese

Keyword: egg drop soup, eggs

Servings: 8 servings

Calories: 117kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

8 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1 tsp turmeric optional, for color
1 tsp granulated garlic
1 tsp ground ginger
⅓ cup cornstarch
6 eggs
2 tsp sesame oil
kosher salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste
green onions, thinly sliced for garnish

Instructions

Add the broth to a large pot and bring to a simmer. Add the ginger, turmeric, and granulated garlic. Everyone's broth will be different as far as salt. Taste the broth and determine if you need to add any.
In a separate bowl, add a little water to the cornstarch and whisk until it's combined. Pour the slurry into the simmering broth.
Whisk the eggs in a separate bowl. With a fork or chop sticks, slowly stir the broth in a circular motion, creating a whirlpool-like effect. Slowly drizzle the egg into the broth while continuing to stir in circles.
Once the egg is cooked, stir in the sesame oil.
Garnish with green onion tops and fresh cracked black pepper. Enjoy!

Notes

Variations:

Add 1/2 cup of whole kernel corn for a hint of sweetness.

Add 1 cup of shredded chicken for a protein bump.

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Rating: 5 out of 5.

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