Egg Drop Soup Recipe
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This simple, yet oh so satisfying, Egg Drop Soup recipe can be made in no time.
As I write this post, I have boxes needing to be purged that beckon me, or rather, mock me. Can you hear them? I can. They are not nice.
A few years ago a friend of mine, Kristen, from Dine and Dish, mentioned reading a book on the art of decluttering, The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up. Of course, I wasted no time and ordered it right away. I was able to declutter quite a bit back then, but we moved last year, downsizing, and the decluttering and purging has yet to stop. It’s mind boggling how we have gathered so much stuff.
As you may know, decluttering can be quite overwhelming: The stacks of books and papers and clothes and random things I’m not sure what to do with, the electronic boxes and instructional booklets, the drawer of chargers and tangled cords … all of it. Basically, I’m just overwhelmed with being overwhelmed. Kristen’s recommendation back then was helpful. Even though I don’t believe objects have feelings, the approach to tidying up was inspiring.
This week decluttering is high on the list of things to do. Consolidate a few boxes here, a kitchen cabinet (or five) there … it will all get done, eventually. With all the fun work ahead of me, I’m already thinking of what I can prepare for a quick lunch. Something that will not interrupt my important work that’s also quick, easy and comforting. Something like soup … Egg Drop Soup. Perfect!
Egg Drop Soup is not only quick and easy, but comforting too. And with that mound of clothes growing, I’m thinking I’m going to need a whole lot of comfort. I can’t tell you how much I enjoy this simple soup. It’s easy to keep the ingredients for this Egg Drop Soup recipe always stocked up to be able to whip it up for a quick lunch or light dinner.
Sometimes I like to add a bit of sriracha hot sauce to spice things up a bit, because need all the help I can get to tackle those boxes. A little bit of spice may just do the trick. We’ll see. If you don’t hear from me, send in reinforcements armed with trash bags. Over and out.
A few Egg Drop Soup recipes notes:
- Many Egg Drop Soup recipes call for using cornstarch to thicken it up. I’ve made it both ways and honestly don’t care for adding it. Less is best in my book. But if you desire a slightly thicker broth, whisk together 1 tablespoon of cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of chicken broth in a small measuring cup or bowl, then slowly stir cornstarch mixture into simmering broth to thicken.
- For a spiced up version, add a bit of sriracha hot sauce and/or ground red pepper to taste. I do like it spice-say!
Here are some of my other favorite soup recipes you may enjoy:
Egg Drop Soup Recipe
Egg Drop Soup
This tasty soup is super satisfying and hard to beat for a quick and inexpensive meal.
Ingredients
- 32 ounces chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions (about 2 green onions)
- salt and pepper
Instructions
- Add chicken broth, ground ginger and soy sauce to a saucepan; bring to a simmer.
- Slowly stream in beaten eggs while stirring the soup in one direction.
- Add green onions. Salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
If you desire a slightly thicker broth, whisk together 1 tablespoon of cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of chicken broth in a small measuring cup or bowl, then slowly stir cornstarch mixture into simmering broth to thicken.
For a spiced up version, add a bit of sriracha hot sauce or ground red pepper to taste.
Is the chicken broth just chicken broth soup? Or something different? I’m clueless at cooking
Yes, you can find plain chicken broth in the soup section at your local grocer.
I just made this with soy sauce and teriyaki sauce. I added chopped celery, carrots and cabbage. So delicious.
Made this tonight and it was AWESOME. Cut the recipe in half and used about 1/4tsp of fresh ginger. Better then any Asian restaurant here in Hawaii.
Thank you, Leo! I’m so happy you enjoyed it.
This looks like a great recipe! I look forward to trying it! How did you get on with your Marie Kondo decluttering in the end? I am reading her second book now as I loved the first! I’ve written about it on my blog too. But it’s hard to find the time to do it properly with my 3 kids around! Always some other priorities?!
I was able to declutter my clothes very well, then got stuck on random areas. I can’t imagine trying to do it with small children. I haven’t checked out her 2nd book yet. Going to look now!
Can you tell me what the nutrition info is on this dish? I didn’t see it listed above anywhere. Thanks in advance.
I do not have the nutritional data calculate for this recipe.
How many milligrams of sodium are in this soup?
I do not know.
I make this many times here in AZ.. But this is what I do.. First I’ll make “Basmati” long grain brown rice ,,,,, Then bring the chicken broth up to high simmer, just before a boil.. Separate 4 jumbo eggs and then adding the whites stirring all the time.. Chop spring onions 2 cps,,, add to broth,, when 2 cups of the rice,, Add the yokes separately so they do not combine,, The yokes should timed like a 3 minute egg.. When I do this for my friend’s,, I’ll make a trip to the local Chinese restaurant and purchase a bag of “Wonton’s”..
I’m going to try adding rice next time. It sounds delicious, William!
I could not find crushed ginger at the grocery store, but do have fresh ginger and crushed ginger. Am I able t use any of those and if so is it the same measurement? If using fresh ginger, do I put in slices, or chop it up?
You could use fresh ginger. I would begin with 2 thin slices and see how you like it.
Try adding one cup of tofu cut into one half inch squares to your original recipe, may need to add a bit more salt too
I made this soup. I did cheat and use four eggs. But it was delicious
One day I’ll challenge your egg drop soup with mine. I know that sounds really braggy but mine is actually to die for. I’d have to actually try to figure out how I make it as I don’t measure anything I do it strictly by taste. It sure looks good though.
Bragging share your recipe to see what’s the differences and do you use Same ingredients by CHANCE? Pls feel free to send it to Me I’m Interested in this Recipe as WELL as yours!! alavenderrose@yahoo.com. si cerly thanks to all. Liah. Yumm to this recipe!!
Soup was good. In the future I might have to switch to a less sodium soy sauce and chicken broth. I didn’t have to add any salt with this original recipe. The spy sauce turned the broth a bit brown, is that normal or should I adjust soy sauce ?
Cant wait to try this recipe this weekend while camping! Thank you!!
How long are you supposed to cook it while stirring?
I know time can vary based on what temperature you’re cooking at but just babe ballpark time? I have never cooked egg drop soup in my life and I can read the cook time but don’t understand if that’s from when your broth starts cooking or when it is boiling?
Soup was great! I added 1/4 tsp of sesame oil. Otherwise, followed the recipe. Thank you for sharing it!
I made this tonight for a light dinner and sure enough you’re spot on, very comforting and delicious. I loved how easy it was to whip up. It was perfect for a rainy cold day, just what I needed. I only put 1 tsp of soy, omitted the ginger (maybe next time, I actually forgot to add it) and added a tsp of toasted sesame oil. I’m sure I’ll be making this often though the winter months. Thanks for the easy recipe.
I made this with 4 eggs, delicious.
I made this today and it’s perfect! Thanks for the recipe, I have been looking for the perfect egg drop soup recipe forever, and now I’m satisfied
Okay. So I think I don’t understand what summer is….. when I added my eggs they did not string up. They just kind of clouded the broth. Do I need to get it hotter?
Sounds like you should have it hotter.
I use a small strainer to pour my eggs thru slowly and stir in One Direction only. This makes it stringy eggs.
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Eggs dropped into soup 🍲
Lemon, dill replaced scallions.
New twist as Spring 🌱 comes.
I love egg drop soup. I tried this recipe and it turned out awesome!!! Thanks for sharing…
Is this link/recipe missing?? I can’t find it
Me neither 🙁 I bookmarked this as it is my daughter’s fav, and now it’s gone. So sad.
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I see it now! Perfect! Thank you 🙂 This is my go to egg drop recipe, we love it!
I made it tonight. It was super tasty. The only problem I had was that the egg was super thin. Should I add another 2 eggs?