Jul 14 2026
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Eggdrop Soup With Chicken & Crabmeat Recipe

Inspired by Pho Viet
Time30m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Soup Base

Proteins & Vegetables

Method

Preparing the Soup Base

  1. 1

    Combine the Base Ingredients

    In a large pot, combine the chicken broth, water, sliced ginger, minced garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and white pepper. Bring to a boil over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Simmer the Soup

    Once boiling, reduce the heat and let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

  3. 3

    Remove Ginger

    After simmering, remove the slices of ginger from the pot and discard.

Adding Proteins & Vegetables

  1. 4

    Add Chicken and Crab

    Stir in the shredded chicken and crabmeat. Allow to cook for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.

  2. 5

    Incorporate Green Onions

    Add the chopped green onions to the pot and stir to combine.

  3. 6

    Incorporate Eggs

    Slowly pour in the beaten eggs while stirring the soup gently to create egg ribbons. Allow the soup to cook for another 1-2 minutes.

Garnishing and Serving

  1. 7

    Add Garnishes

    Remove the pot from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro and additional sliced green onions.

  2. 8

    Serve Hot

    Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot. Enjoy your Eggdrop Soup with Chicken & Crabmeat!

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