To make egg drop soup, follow these steps:
- Prepare ingredients:
- Beat 2 to 3 large eggs in a bowl until smooth.
- Chop 1 green onion, separating the white and green parts.
- Mix 2 tablespoons cornstarch with 3 tablespoons cold water to make a slurry.
- Make the broth:
- Pour 3 to 4 cups of chicken or vegetable stock into a pot.
- Add the white part of the green onion.
- Bring the broth to a simmer over medium-high heat.
- Thicken the soup:
- Reduce heat to medium-low.
- Gradually stir in the cornstarch slurry while stirring continuously until the soup thickens and becomes glossy.
- Add the egg ribbons:
- Stir the soup gently in a circular motion.
- Slowly drizzle the beaten eggs into the soup in a thin stream, using a ladle or fork to create thin ribbons or "flowers" of egg.
- Let the eggs sit for about 30 seconds to set before stirring again.
- Season and finish:
- Add salt, white pepper, and a teaspoon of toasted sesame oil to taste.
- Garnish with the green part of the chopped green onion.
This process yields a silky, flavorful egg drop soup in about 10-15 minutes
. Optional ingredients like turmeric or yellow food coloring can be added for a richer color
. Adjust seasoning to your preference. Enjoy your homemade egg drop soup!