Homemade Egg Drop Soup
A comforting and quick dish blending the simplicity of eggs with savory chicken stock, enhanced by ginger and scallions.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces Eggs Use fresh eggs for best results.
- 4 cups chicken stock Homemade stock adds extra richness.
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch Adjust quantity for thicker texture.
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon garlic salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- 3 pieces scallions, sliced For garnish and flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Mix 3 1/2 cups of chicken stock, ginger, garlic salt, and black pepper in a saucepan over medium-high heat.
- Stir cornstarch into the remaining 1/2 cup of chicken stock and set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk the eggs and set aside.
Cooking
- When the seasoned chicken stock comes to a boil, add in the cornstarch mixture and stir.
- Bring the broth to a rolling boil, then gently stir with a non-slotted spoon while slowly pouring in the whisked eggs.
- Finish by adding the sliced scallions as garnish.
Notes
For serving, consider garnishing with a drizzle of sesame oil or serving alongside rice or dumplings. Adjust seasonings to taste.