Egg Drop Soup Recipe
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Ingredients
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Soup Base
Egg Mixture
Method
Prepare Soup Base
- 1
Combine Chicken Broth and Ingredients
In a large pot, combine the chicken broth, grated ginger, soy sauce, salt, and white pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat.
- 2
Thicken the Broth
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 cups of water until smooth. Slowly add this mixture to the boiling broth while stirring continuously to prevent lumps. Continue to cook for 2-3 minutes until the broth thickens slightly.
Create Egg Mixture
- 3
- 4
Add Garnish
Stir in the sliced green onions and sesame oil into the egg mixture.
Combine and Serve
- 5
Pour Eggs into the Broth
Once the soup base is ready, reduce the heat to low. Slowly drizzle the whisked eggs into the broth while stirring gently in a circular motion. This will create the characteristic 'egg drop' effect.
- 6
Final Touches
Let the soup cook for another 1-2 minutes until the eggs are just set. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- 7
Serve
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with additional green onions if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
