Best 2 Shrimp Egg Drop Soup Recipes

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Shrimp egg drop soup is a comforting and flavorful soup that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover shrimp. This article provides three different recipes for shrimp egg drop soup, each with its own unique flavor profile. The first recipe is a classic shrimp egg drop soup made with a simple broth, shrimp, eggs, and vegetables. The second recipe is a spicy shrimp egg drop soup that gets its heat from Sriracha sauce and red pepper flakes. The third recipe is a Thai-inspired shrimp egg drop soup that is made with coconut milk and lemongrass. All three recipes are easy to follow and can be made in under 30 minutes. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give one of these shrimp egg drop soup recipes a try. You won't be disappointed!

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

EGG DROP SOUP (BETTER THAN RESTAURANT QUALITY!)



Egg Drop Soup (Better than Restaurant Quality!) image

After many many trips to different Chinese restaurants looking for a good bowl of egg drop soup, I decided to take it upon myself to create what I feel is the ultimate in egg drop soup. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!

Provided by Darren

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup chicken broth
¼ teaspoon soy sauce
¼ teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon cornstarch
2 teaspoons water
1 egg, beaten
1 drop yellow food coloring
1 teaspoon chopped fresh chives
⅛ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground white pepper

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the chicken broth, soy sauce and sesame oil. Bring to a boil. Stir together the cornstarch and water to dissolve cornstarch; pour into the boiling broth. Stir gently while you pour in the egg and yellow food coloring if using. Season with chives, salt and pepper before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111.8 calories, Carbohydrate 4.8 g, Cholesterol 191 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 1395.7 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

SIMPLE SHRIMP EGG DROP SOUP



Simple Shrimp Egg Drop Soup image

Posted for ZWT6 for the Asian region. My hubby is so happy I'm part of ZWT this year as now I'm posting recipes that I can't eat (seafood allergy) but he can! Found this recipe in the Dec. 2009 Simple & Delicious magazine.

Provided by HokiesMom

Categories     Clear Soup

Time 30m

Yield 4 , 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 teaspoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon low sodium soy sauce
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
1 1/2 cups water, divided
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans low sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 cups frozen home-style egg noodles
1 cup frozen broccoli florets, thawed & coarsely chopped
1/2 cup carrot, julienned
1 egg, beaten
1/2 lb cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, soy sauce, ginger and 1/2 cup water; set aside.
  • In a large saucepan, combine broth and remaining 1 cup water. Bring to a simmer; add noodles. Cook uncovered for 15 minutes.
  • Add broccoli and carrot; simmer 3-4 minutes longer or until noodles are tender.
  • Drizzle beaten egg into hot soup, stirring constantly. Stir in cornstarch mixture and add to the pan then bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until slightly thickened.
  • Add shrimp and heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192.7, Fat 4.2, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 151.2, Sodium 209.2, Carbohydrate 18.9, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 1.8, Protein 20.5

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh shrimp. If using frozen shrimp, thaw them completely before cooking.
  • To make the soup extra flavorful, use a combination of chicken broth and shrimp broth.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot when cooking the shrimp. Cook them in batches if necessary.
  • Add the eggs slowly to the soup, stirring constantly to create thin ribbons of egg.
  • Season the soup to taste with salt and pepper. You can also add other seasonings, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or ginger.
  • Serve the soup immediately, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.

Conclusion:

Shrimp egg drop soup is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a quick and healthy meal. It is packed with protein, vegetables, and flavor. This soup is also a good source of vitamins and minerals. If you are looking for a tasty and nutritious soup, shrimp egg drop soup is a great option.

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