Description
Enjoy the comforting warmth of Homemade Egg Drop Soup, a classic Chinese dish that’s quick, easy, and healthier than takeout. Made with silky egg ribbons in a savory broth, this delicious soup is ready in just 10 minutes. Perfect for a cozy meal with customizable ingredients!
Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon garlic salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- 3 scallions, sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the Broth: In a saucepan over medium-high heat, bring 3½ cups of chicken stock to a simmer. Add ground ginger, garlic salt, and black pepper.
- Create the Slurry: In a small bowl, mix the remaining ½ cup of chicken stock with cornstarch until fully dissolved; set aside.
- Whisk the Eggs: Beat 2 eggs thoroughly in a separate bowl.
- Thicken the Broth: Once the seasoned broth boils, stir in the cornstarch mixture and add sliced scallions.
- Add the Eggs: Stir the broth in one direction using a spoon. Slowly pour in the beaten eggs while stirring to create delicate egg ribbons.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with extra scallions if desired.
Notes
- For a thinner soup, omit the cornstarch.
- To thicken further, increase the cornstarch by ½ tablespoon.
- For extra flavor, add a dash of sesame oil or soy sauce.
- Customize with add-ins like corn, tofu, cooked chicken, or mushrooms.
- Make it spicy by adding Sriracha or chili oil.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Chinese
