Description
Delicate threads of beaten egg create magic in this classic egg drop soup from China’s culinary traditions. Comforting and simple, hungry diners will savor each silky spoonful of warm broth enriched with delicate egg wisps.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups (1.4 L) low sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 4 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) cornstarch
- 4 green onions, chopped (white and green parts separated)
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) low sodium soy sauce
- ½ tablespoon (7.5 ml) sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon ground turmeric
- ¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
Instructions
- Cornstarch Preparation: Whisk chicken broth with cornstarch into a silky, lump-free slurry, setting aside for later incorporation.
- Aromatic Foundation: Heat sesame oil in a dutch oven over medium flame, sautéing white portions of green onions until fragrant, approximately 1 minute.
- Spice Infusion: Introduce minced ginger, ground turmeric, and white pepper, stirring vigorously to release robust flavors and create an intense aromatic base.
- Liquid Integration: Pour remaining chicken broth and soy sauce into the pot, elevating heat to achieve a vigorous boil.
- Thickening Process: Gradually fold in cornstarch mixture, reducing temperature to a gentle simmer and allowing soup to transform and thicken for 5 minutes.
- Egg Ribbon Creation: Using a steady circular spoon motion, carefully stream beaten eggs into simmering broth, forming delicate, gossamer-like egg strands.
- Presentation: Transfer steaming soup into serving vessels, garnishing with emerald-green scallion tops for a vibrant, fresh finish.
Notes
- Boost Egg Ribbon Technique: Stream eggs slowly and continuously while stirring in circular motion to create delicate, silky egg strands without clumping.
- Prevent Cornstarch Lumps: Whisk cornstarch mixture thoroughly before adding to hot broth, ensuring smooth and consistent soup texture.
- Optimize Flavor Extraction: Sauté aromatics like ginger and green onions briefly to release maximum essential oils and enhance overall soup depth.
- Temperature Control Matters: Maintain gentle simmer when adding eggs and cornstarch to preserve soup’s delicate consistency and prevent overcooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 83
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 139 mg