Egg Drop Soup – Barefoot in the Kitchen

Egg Drop Soup is a delicious soup with a delicious chicken stock base and a hint of egg. A light and simple soup your whole family will ask for again and again.

The first time I made this soup, my kids were obsessed with it and devoured every bite. The next day they asked again for lunch.

Thankfully, this soup only takes a few minutes to make, making it one of my go-to lunches for the kids.

Did you know you can make egg drop soup with just a few eggs and some chicken stock or broth?

Egg drop soup

I have been making this soup for several years and the recipe is so versatile. It doubles nicely with an extra egg to make it heartier and more filling.

I love that I can have a cup of this soup as a first course, or a bowl (with an extra egg) as a meal.

No wonder it’s a staple in my house. To be honest, my second son would probably be happy eating a bowl of egg drop soup every day.

Chinese egg drop soup

You may also want to eat it every day. I won’t stop you. There are so many ways to enjoy this Chinese soup that you’ll definitely want to try it out.

You can serve egg drop soup as an appetizer or side dish with an Asian-inspired main dish such as Chinese Vegetable Stir Fry, Chinese Lemon Chicken, or Ginger Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry. Or pair the soup with Chinese chicken salad for a simple and nutritious lunch.

My kids and I also love eating these on their own. This is the kind of soup that causes complete silence at the kitchen table as everyone is focused on enjoying every last spoonful. magic.

Egg drop soup

Egg drop soup, also commonly known as egg drop soup, is an Asian dish particularly popular in American-Chinese cuisine.

If you’ve never tried it before, you’re in for a treat. If you’ve only ever had the takeout version, I think you’ll be surprised at how delicious and easy it is to make your own homemade version of this soup.

How to make egg drop soup

We start by making chicken or vegetable stock, seasoned with fresh aromatic ginger, soy sauce (occasionally garlic if I like) and a little pepper. A mixture of cornstarch and water helps thicken the soup base.

Adding the beaten eggs at the end of cooking causes the cooked eggs to swirl in the soup, creating feathery swirls. Stir the soup in one direction to evenly distribute the eggs and finish cooking. This process prevents the egg’s flavor and texture from overpowering the rest of the dish.

I like to garnish my egg drop soup with chopped scallions to add a little color and extra flavor, but it’s delicious without it too!

Is egg drop soup gluten-free?

This recipe is naturally gluten-free, but it’s very easy to make it safe for those who avoid all forms of gluten. Just replace the regular soy sauce with your favorite gluten-free soy sauce or soy sauce and you’re good to go!

Many restaurant soups are made with chicken stock or chicken stock base. You can make a meat-free version at home, using vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. Either one will produce delicious results!

No matter how you provide your service, you are guaranteed:

• Warm and comfortable
• Full of salty, creamy, tangy flavor
• Completely recognized by the child
• Quick and easy to make for lunch or dinner any day of the week

Egg Drop Soup Recipe

Start by adding the stock, ginger and soy sauce to a large pot and bringing to a boil. Reduce heat to low and season with salt and pepper.

Stir together the cornstarch and water and pour into the simmering soup. Stir to combine and thicken the soup slightly. Slowly pour in the beaten eggs while stirring the soup in one direction. The eggs will spread out and move through the soup.

Remove soup from heat and add green onions. Taste again and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot.

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{Originally published January 17, 2013 – Recipe instructions and photos updated January 22, 2024}

Recipe adapted from Tyler Florence and thanks to him for his love of cooking