Easy Egg Drop Soup (Restaurant-Style at Home)

Introduction

Few soups deliver comfort, elegance, and simplicity like Egg Drop Soup. With its delicate ribbons of egg swirled through a savory, fragrant broth, this dish is a staple on restaurant menus for good reason. Now, you can enjoy authentic, restaurant-style Easy Egg Drop Soup right in your own kitchen—perfect for busy weeknights, light lunches, or as a soothing starter for any meal.

Why You’ll Love This Easy Egg Drop Soup

Easy Egg Drop Soup brings classic takeout flavor to your home table using just a handful of pantry staples. The beauty of this recipe is its speed and simplicity: in under 20 minutes, you’ll have steaming bowls of silky, protein-rich soup with a gentle ginger and scallion fragrance. Serve it as a nourishing lunch or dress it up for company—this soup is guaranteed to satisfy and impress.

Restaurant-Style Secrets for Perfect Egg Drop Soup

The secret to authentic Egg Drop Soup is silky, gently thickened broth and eggs that feather elegantly, not scramble. By whisking a cornstarch slurry into your seasoned chicken broth and carefully drizzling in beaten eggs, you’ll create those signature wisps. Fresh ginger, a dash of white pepper, and a sprinkling of green onions give this soup restaurant-level flavor at home.

How to Achieve Silky Egg Ribbons

For flawless egg ribbons, bring your broth to a gentle simmer and stir in a circular motion before slowly drizzling the beaten eggs in a thin stream. The eggs will instantly cook, forming delicate ribbons. Wait just a few seconds before stirring to allow the beautiful streaks to form. A final drizzle of sesame oil adds depth and a tempting aroma.

Serving Suggestions for Easy Egg Drop Soup

This Egg Drop Soup is delicious on its own, but also shines with a few add-ins. Try a handful of baby spinach, sweet corn kernels, tofu cubes, or mushrooms for extra nutrition and flavor. Serve with crispy wonton strips or alongside steamed dumplings for a complete restaurant-style experience.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe yields 4 servings, with each bowl coming in at under 100 calories (without additional mix-ins). Egg Drop Soup is naturally low-carb, gluten-free (with tamari), and packs a comforting protein punch thanks to the eggs.

Easy Egg Drop Soup (Recap)

This homemade Easy Egg Drop Soup perfectly recreates the taste and comforting texture of your favorite restaurant version—fast, budget-friendly, and endlessly adaptable.

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Instructions

1. In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken broth, grated ginger, soy sauce (or tamari), and white pepper to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
2. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk cornstarch with 3 tablespoons cold water until smooth to make a slurry.
3. Stir the slurry into the simmering broth and let it cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the broth thickens slightly.
4. In another bowl, beat together whole eggs and the extra egg white until well blended.
5. With the soup swirling gently (use a fork or chopsticks to create a whirlpool), slowly drizzle in the beaten eggs in a thin stream. Wait a few seconds, then lightly stir to form egg ribbons.
6. If using optional add-ins (corn, tofu, spinach), add them now and simmer for 1-2 minutes until heated through.
7. Remove from heat and stir in the toasted sesame oil and most of the green onions.
8. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt or more soy sauce as needed. Serve hot, garnished with remaining green onions.

Weekly Meal Planning

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Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes

Enjoy the simplicity, speed, and comfort of Easy Egg Drop Soup at home—all with fuss-free planning and a perfectly curated ingredient list!