World Flavors Cookbook

Egg Drop Soup

A delicate and silky soup made with whisked eggs in a savory chicken broth.

Cuisine: China

Ingredients

• 1L chicken stock
• 3 large eggs, whisked
• 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with water
• 1/2 tsp turmeric (for color, optional)
• White pepper, salt
• Green onions for garnish

Instructions

1. Bring stock to a boil. Season with salt and white pepper.
2. Stir in the cornstarch slurry to slightly thicken the soup.
3. Slowly drizzle the whisked eggs into the soup while stirring gently in one direction to create long "ribbons".
4. Garnish with green onions and serve immediately.