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Egg Drop Soup Recipe

Name: Egg Drop Soup Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: 4 cups chicken broth; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated); 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1 Tablespoon cornstarch; 3 Tablespoons water; 2 whole eggs (beaten); 2 green onions (thinly sliced)

ByHarry Bern October 20, 2025October 20, 2025

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Introduction

Egg drop soup is a simple and comforting Chinese classic that warms you up with its silky egg ribbons and flavorful broth. Ready in just minutes, this light soup is perfect as a starter or a quick snack.

A white bowl sits on a white marbled surface filled with clear yellow broth containing soft, thin ribbons of cooked egg that create a marbled texture throughout the soup. Small pieces of bright green chopped scallions float both in the soup and on a white ceramic spoon resting in the bowl, which holds a closer view of the soup’s smooth, watery surface mixed with the fluffy egg strands. In the background, a blurred white cloth with blue patterns and fresh green scallion stalks add subtle color contrasts. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

4 cups chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon cornstarch
3 tablespoons water
2 whole eggs (beaten)
2 green onions (thinly sliced)

Instructions

Step 1: In a saucepan, combine chicken broth, grated ginger, garlic powder, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Heat over high heat until the soup starts to simmer.
Step 2: In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until smooth. Stir this mixture into the simmering broth and cook for 1-2 minutes until the soup thickens slightly. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
Step 3: Stir the broth gently in a clockwise direction with a spatula. Slowly pour in the beaten eggs while continuing to stir, creating long, silky egg ribbons.
Step 4: Remove from heat and serve immediately, garnished with thinly sliced green onions.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, add a splash of soy sauce or a pinch of white pepper to the broth.
Try adding finely chopped mushrooms or tofu for added texture and nutrition.
Use vegetable broth to make a vegetarian version, and replace eggs with silken tofu for an egg-free option.

Storage

Store egg drop soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently on the stove over low heat, stirring occasionally to prevent the eggs from overcooking and becoming rubbery.

How to Serve

A white bowl filled with light yellow egg drop soup, showing soft, wispy egg strands floating in the broth. Small bright green chopped scallions are scattered on top, adding a fresh touch of color. A white spoon rests inside the bowl on the right side, partially submerged in the soup. The bowl is placed on a white marbled surface with a blurred white cloth featuring blue patterns in the background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make egg drop soup without fresh ginger?

Yes, you can substitute fresh ginger with 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger or omit it altogether if you don’t have any on hand.

Why does my egg drop soup have clumpy eggs?

To avoid clumpy eggs, pour the beaten eggs slowly into the simmering broth while stirring gently and continuously. This helps form the signature thin egg ribbons rather than solid clumps.