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Learn how to make egg drop soup at home that tastes just as creamy and delicious as the restaurant version!
We love to go to an Asian restaurant for the main dish and also for the sides and appetizers – Egg Rolls, Fried Rice, and this homemade Egg Drop Soup!
Gotta Love Egg Drop Soup!
I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Asian food – all of it.
One of my favorite dishes that can be found at most Asian restaurants (served as a side or appetizer) is Egg Drop Soup.
I was determined to learn how to make egg drop soup and it’s a now a favorite!
Why we love it:
- Easy. This egg drop soup is so simple and can easily be made at home.
- Delicious. This homemade version tastes just like what you could find when you’re eating out.
- A favorite. It’s one of my all-time favorite things to enjoy when we go out to eat, and I can now eat it at home!
This soup goes great with all Asian dinner recipes.
Ingredients
- chicken broth – or vegetable broth
- chopped fresh chives
- salt
- ground ginger
- Cornstarch
- whole eggs
- egg yolk
- fried wonton strips
How to Make Egg Drop Soup
- BOIL. Set aside ¾ cup of chicken broth, and pour the rest into a large saucepan or pot over medium heat Stir the salt, ground ginger, and chives into the saucepan, and bring to a rolling boil.
- MIX. Make a cornstarch slurry by stirring together the reserved broth and cornstarch in a small bowl and mix until smooth – set aside.
- EGGS. In another small bowl, whisk the eggs and egg yolk together using a fork. Drizzle beaten egg a little at a time from the fork into the boiling broth mixture (egg ribbons should cook immediately).
- THICKEN. Once the eggs have been dropped, stir in the cornstarch mixture gradually and simmer until the soup is the desired consistency.
- If you want to add pepper, we recommend using white pepper instead of black pepper. Don’t forget to garnish with diced green onions too!
Recipe Tips
- Thicker texture. Try adding starch to the soup. In a separate bowl mix together 1-2 tablespoons cornstarch or potato starch with ½ cup cold water until smooth. Slowly stir the paste into the chicken stock before adding the eggs. Continue following the recipe directions.
- Variations. Peas, chopped carrots and mushrooms are also common in this recipe, although my kids prefer it plain.
- Toppings. We add fried wonton strips. Use wonton wrappers or egg roll wrappers, cut them into strips, and fry them in vegetable oil until golden brown.
Serving + SToring
This easy egg drop soup is the perfect side to any meal. Some of our favorite dishes to include it with are Beef and Broccoli, Sweet and Sour Chicken, and General Tso’s Chicken.
For even more side ideas we suggest Fried Rice, Cream Cheese Wontons, and Fried Egg Rolls.
- STORE. Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.
- Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop.
- FREEZE. Freezing is not recommended as the eggs can become rubbery and if a thickening agent is used, then it may become gummy.
For More Asian Recipes:
How to Make Egg Drop Soup Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 cups chicken broth divided
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon ground ginger
- 1½ tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 eggs
- 1 egg yolk
- fried wonton strips
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, combine 3¼ cups chicken broth, the chives, salt, and ginger and bring to a rolling boil.
- In a small bowl, stir together remaining ¾ cup broth and the cornstarch and mix until smooth. Set aside.
- In another small bowl, whisk the eggs and egg yolk together using a fork.
- Drizzle egg mixture a little at a time from the fork into the boiling broth mixture (egg should cook immediately).
- Once all the eggs have been dropped, stir in the cornstarch mixture gradually until the soup is the desired consistency.
- Top with fried wonton strips and serve warm.
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Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Recipe from Allrecipes.com.
Great recipe – easy to make and one of our families favorite take out iteams. It was so fun to make it at home!
Ahhh!! Thank you!! I’ve always wanted to know how to make this, and it turned out fantastic.
Why did I not know how simple this was to make? So good! And just like I’d get at the restaurant.
I love egg drop soup, but I’ve always been afraid to try making it myself – I don’t know why, this recipe was SO EASY, and it really did taste just like the stuff from the restaurant. Can’t wait to make it again!
My favorite soup! Thank you so much for this recipe, so easy to make!
My husband and sons raved over this soup! They said the crispy wontons made it even better than our favorite takeout. Thank you!
This is just like what you get at a restaurant! I love being able to make this at home.
Thank you so much for sharing this amazing egg drop soup recipe! Will surely have this again! It’s really easy to make and it tasted so delicious! Highly recommended!