Egg drop soup is a simple yet comforting Chinese soup made by swirling beaten eggs into a hot, seasoned broth, creating delicate, silky ribbons of egg.
The base is typically a light chicken/bone broth thickened slightly with cornstarch for a smooth texture. It’s often flavored with white pepper, salt, and a touch of sesame oil for depth. Common garnishes include chopped green onions and sometimes tofu or corn for added texture. The result is a warm, savory soup that’s both easy to make and satisfying to eat.
I always loved when my mom made egg drop soup growing up. It was so simple yet so comforting, with soft ribbons of egg in a warm, savory broth. She’d usually serve it alongside fried rice and dumplings, making it the perfect cozy meal.
High Protein Classic Egg Drop Soup
- Total Time: 5 minutes
Description
Egg drop soup is a comforting Chinese dish with delicate ribbons of egg swirled into a savory, lightly thickened broth, often flavored with soy sauce and garnished with green onions.
Ingredients
- 2 cups bone/chicken broth (I recommend Kettle & Fire for its 19g of protein per box)
- 1/2 teaspoon white pepper (black pepper works too)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 teaspoon turmeric (optional; enhances yellow color without altering taste)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (mixed with 1/4 cup water)
- 2 eggs, beaten with 1 tablespoon water
- Optional: Drizzle of roasted sesame oil and chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- In a small pot over medium heat, bring the broth to a gentle simmer. Stir in the white pepper, salt, and turmeric (if using).
- In a separate bowl, mix the cornstarch with 1/4 cup water until fully dissolved. Slowly pour this mixture into the simmering broth, stirring continuously to slightly thicken the soup.
- Turn off the heat. Using a spoon or whisk, stir the broth for 15 seconds into one direction to create a whirlpool. Slowly drizzle the beaten eggs into the soup in a thin stream while avoiding touching the broth to create delicate egg ribbons.
- Serve hot with an optional drizzle of sesame oil and a sprinkle of green onions.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
Kyrié is a half-Japanese food content creator and avid home cook who specializes in Asian cuisine, with a focus on Japanese. She loves developing recipes and sharing approachable yet authentic meals. When she’s not in the kitchen, she’s helping her husband Jeff tend to their garden, or on some artistic venture.