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Quick Restaurant-Style Egg Drop Soup (15 Minutes Max)

A white bowl filled with hot egg drop soup, featuring delicate egg ribbons and topped generously with fresh chopped green onions.
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Make this light, silky egg drop soup at home in under 15 minutes. You can achieve that authentic, comforting flavor using simple pantry staples, making it a perfect replacement for takeout on busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a lighter option)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup cold water
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh green onions
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce (optional, for color and salt)

Instructions

  1. Pour the chicken broth into a medium saucepan. Add the sesame oil and white pepper. Bring the broth to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water until completely smooth. This is your slurry.
  3. Once the broth is boiling, slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the broth while constantly whisking. Continue to whisk until the soup thickens slightly, about 1 minute. Reduce the heat to low.
  4. In a separate bowl, lightly beat the two eggs. Do not over-beat; you want visible streaks of white and yolk.
  5. Slowly drizzle the beaten eggs into the simmering soup in a thin, steady stream while gently stirring the soup in one direction with a fork or whisk. Stop stirring immediately after adding the egg. Let the soup cook for 1 minute without stirring so the egg ribbons set.
  6. Stir in the soy sauce, if using. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  7. Ladle the soup into bowls. Garnish each serving with fresh chopped green onions. Serve immediately for the best texture.

Notes

  • For thicker egg ribbons, use 3 eggs instead of 2.
  • If you want a richer flavor, substitute 1 cup of the broth with homemade broth.
  • For a spicy kick, add a few drops of chili oil when serving.

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