Description
Learn how to make delicious Easy Egg Drop Soup at home with this simple recipe. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. Try it today!
Ingredients
- – 4 cups (960 ml) beef stock (about 1 liter, organic or homemade preferred)
- – 1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) vegetable oil
- – 3/4 teaspoon (4 ml) salt
- – 1/8 teaspoon (1 ml) sugar
- – 1/8 teaspoon (1 ml) white pepper
- – 1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) turmeric (Or 5 drops yellow food coloring. Optional, but if you want “the look…”)
- – 3 tablespoons cornstarch (mixed with 80 ml water)
- – 3 eggs (lightly beaten)
- – 1 scallion (chopped)
- – 1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) umami seasoning (increase amount to personal preference)
Instructions
- Heat the beef stock in a medium-sized pot until it begins to gently bubble.
- Incorporate the vegetable oil, salt, sugar, white pepper, and umami seasoning.
- Add the turmeric or a few drops of yellow food coloring for a vibrant hue, although this is optional.
- Taste the mixture and adjust the flavors to your preference if necessary.
- Next, blend the cornstarch with water thoroughly before adding it.
- Gradually pour in the cornstarch mixture while stirring constantly to avoid any lumps from forming.
- Adjust the starch amount based on your desired thickness, and let it simmer for a few minutes to reach your preferred consistency.
- Now for the highlight: the eggs.
- Lightly beat the eggs to create a mixture that will form both white and yellow strands.
- To achieve either large or small egg swirls, control the stirring speed.
- Gently swirl the soup with a ladle and slowly add the egg mixture until fully incorporated.
- Serve the soup into individual bowls, garnish with chopped scallions, and enjoy!
Notes
- Consider using bone broth for a richer flavor instead of regular beef stock.
- Experiment with various umami seasonings to discover your preferred combination.
- Try pouring the egg strands in a circular motion for a visually appealing presentation.
