Best 4 Easy Egg Drop Soup Recipes

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Egg drop soup is a classic Chinese soup that is both comforting and delicious. It is made with a simple broth, eggs, and vegetables, and can be easily customized to your liking. This article provides three different recipes for egg drop soup, so you can find the one that best suits your taste. The first recipe is a basic egg drop soup that is perfect for beginners. The second recipe is a slightly more complex version that includes vegetables and tofu. The third recipe is a spicy Szechuan-style egg drop soup that is sure to wake up your taste buds. No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy this classic Chinese soup.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

EASY EGG DROP SOUP



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This is great on a dreary day, or when your feeling a little under the weather

Provided by Ava

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (49.5 fluid ounce) can chicken broth
1 bunch chopped green onions
¼ teaspoon white sugar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons cornstarch
⅓ cup cold water
3 eggs
2 tablespoons cold water

Steps:

  • Heat chicken broth and green onions in a large pot over medium-high heat. Mix sugar, soy sauce, cornstarch, and 1/3 cup of cold water in a bowl until smooth. Reduce heat and stir soy sauce mixture in to the broth. Boil soup on high for 1 minute, then reduce heat to medium-low.
  • Beat 3 eggs with 2 tablespoons of cold water. Using a fork, stir egg mixture in to soup and cook until eggs are opaque, about 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84.3 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Cholesterol 98.9 mg, Fat 3.2 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 1481.9 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

REAL EASY AND REAL TASTY EGG DROP SOUP



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Again, adopted this recipe after living in China. It's really great as a starter or even as a quick snack! I like my egg drop soup gingery. Feel free to reduce amount of ginger if you're not a fan. I've removed the optional msg from the recipe, as I so rarely use it anyway.

Provided by Rachel P

Categories     Chinese

Time 12m

Yield 3 bowls, 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 1/2 tablespoons cold water
4 cups chicken broth
2 teaspoons very finely chopped fresh ginger
1/4 cup chopped scallion
3 eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons sesame oil

Steps:

  • Mix cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl. Set aside.
  • Put chicken broth, ginger and scallions in a pot and bring to a full boil. Turn off heat once boiled.
  • Add beaten eggs to the broth and immediately start stirring with a fork. Eggs should not be forming lumps. If they are, it is because the eggs were not stirred quickly enough after pouring into the broth. Eggs should have a silky texture and appearance.
  • Add cornstarch mixture and turn heat on low until broth thickens slightly. Turn heat off.
  • Stir in soy sauce, and sesame oil. Enjoy!

EASY HOT AND SOUR EGG DROP SOUP



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Make and share this Easy Hot and Sour Egg Drop Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by easy cooking

Categories     Asian

Time 23m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 cups water
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons onion soup mix
1 tablespoon chicken soup powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon ketchup
2 slices green peppers, slice so that it is round circles
3 -4 slices green chili peppers, depending on how spicy it is
1 egg, beaten

Steps:

  • Heat water and cornstarch together.
  • stir till cornstarch is dissolved.
  • add all ingredients except for the the last three.
  • bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer.
  • cook about 10 min till onions in soup mix begin to soften.
  • add green pepper and chile.
  • continue to simmer another 5-10 minute.
  • while stirring soup slowly drizzle egg into soup (you may not need to use the whole egg).
  • continue to simmer until egg is no longer raw.
  • ENJOY!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 61.1, Fat 2.6, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 105.8, Sodium 1238.4, Carbohydrate 6, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 1.4, Protein 3.5

EASY EGG DROP SOUP



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Egg drop soup is a must when my family eats Chinese food. With my simplified at-home version, my boys can enjoy it whenever they want. -Jona Bleskin, Great Falls, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 cups chicken broth
3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
3/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon ground ancho chile pepper
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water
4 eggs
2 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the broth, ginger, mustard and chili pepper. Bring to a boil. Combine cornstarch and cold water until smooth; gradually stir into the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Whisk eggs and water. Turn off the heat. Drizzle beaten eggs into hot broth, without stirring. Let stand for 2-3 minutes or until eggs are set. Remove from the heat and stir.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh eggs, vegetables, and herbs will give your egg drop soup the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the eggs: The eggs should be cooked just until they are set, otherwise they will become tough.
  • Add the eggs slowly: Whisking the eggs into the soup slowly will help prevent them from curdling.
  • Season to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add a splash of vinegar or lemon juice for a bit of acidity.
  • Serve immediately: Egg drop soup is best served immediately, while it is still hot.

Conclusion:

Egg drop soup is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a quick and healthy meal. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make a delicious egg drop soup that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give egg drop soup a try. You won't be disappointed!

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