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Easy Silky Egg Drop Soup Recipe Perfect for Cozy Comfort Meals

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A quick and comforting egg drop soup with silky egg ribbons in a savory broth, perfect for cozy nights and simple meals.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups (960 ml) chicken broth or stock (low-sodium preferred)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons cold water
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 scallions, thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. Grate the fresh ginger and mince the garlic. Thinly slice the scallions for garnish. Crack the eggs into a small bowl and beat gently with a fork or whisk until combined (about 5 minutes).
  2. In another small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water until smooth and lump-free. Set aside.
  3. Pour 4 cups (960 ml) of chicken broth into a medium saucepan and bring to a gentle boil over medium heat. Add the grated ginger and minced garlic to infuse the broth with flavor. Simmer for 5–7 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Slowly whisk in the cornstarch slurry while stirring the broth constantly. Continue simmering for 2–3 minutes until the broth slightly thickens and coats the back of a spoon but remains clear.
  5. Reduce heat to low so the broth is just simmering. Slowly drizzle the beaten eggs into the broth in a thin stream while gently stirring the soup in a circular motion with a ladle or spoon to create silky egg ribbons (1–2 minutes).
  6. Add 1/4 teaspoon white pepper, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, and salt to taste. Stir gently to combine. Remove from heat.
  7. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with sliced scallions. Serve hot.

Notes

For vegetarian option, use vegetable broth and omit white pepper if preferred. To avoid clumpy egg ribbons, drizzle eggs slowly into simmering broth and keep heat low. If soup is too thick, add a splash of broth or water to loosen. Store broth and egg ribbons separately if making ahead. Reheat gently to maintain silky texture.

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