Restaurant style chinese egg drop soup

Chinese Egg Drop Soup is a light and comforting soup made with a savory broth, silky ribbons of beaten eggs, and a hint of soy sauce. Often garnished with spring onions, it’s a simple yet flavorful appetizer or side dish.

It is a popular street food. Commonly eaten as an evening snack in Bangladesh during winter.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Course Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine Chinese, deshi chinese

Servings 4 serves

Equipment

• 1 pot for cooking

Ingredients

  

• 4 cups chicken stock
• 2 chicken stock cube optional
• 3 eggs
• 1 cup shredded chicken optional
• 1/3 tsp Turmeric optional
• 1/3 tsp chopped ginger
• 1/2 cup chopped spring onion
• 2 chopped green chili
• 2 tbsp Cornstarch make a thick slury
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp white pepper
• 1/2 tsp msg/sugar optional

Instructions

 

• In a pot add chicken stock and bring it to a boil.
• add chopped ginger and shredded chicken.
• beat three eggs and add a splash of water to make it evenly runny for smooth egg strings in the soup.
• Add the egg and stir contiuoysly
• add cornflour slurry to thicken the soup
• Add salt, pepper, msg, chili, and spring onion, and give it one final mix.
• serve hot with more chopped spring onion and a plate of crispy fried wonton or wrappers.
• Enjoy!

Keyword bangladeshi street food, chinese soup, easy soup recipe, egg drop soup, soups

Warm Up with Restaurant Style Chinese Egg Drop Soup


Dive into the comforting warmth of Chinese Egg Drop Soup, a beloved dish that blends the subtle flavors of chicken broth with silky ribbons of beaten eggs. This simple yet savory soup, often enhanced with a hint of soy sauce and garnished with spring onions, is a popular evening snack in Bangladesh during the winter months.


What Makes Chinese Egg Drop Soup a Favorite?
• Light and Comforting: It’s perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
• Customizable: Easily add ingredients like shredded chicken or spices to suit your taste.


How to Make Chinese Egg Drop Soup
1. Prepare the Broth: Start by simmering chicken stock in a pot.
2. Add Flavor: Incorporate ginger, and optionally, shredded chicken for more heartiness.
3. Thicken the Soup: Stir in a cornstarch slurry to achieve the desired consistency.
4. Finish with Eggs: Slowly drizzle beaten eggs into the boiling broth, stirring gently to form delicate egg ribbons.
5. Serve Hot: Enhance with a sprinkle of spring onions and a dash of soy sauce for that perfect finish.


Serving Suggestions
• Perfect Pairings: Serve with crispy fried wonton or wrappers for an added crunch.
• Ideal Occasion: Whether it’s a cozy family dinner or a solo treat on a chilly evening, this soup brings warmth and comfort.


Explore this easy-to-make Chinese Egg Drop Soup and bring a touch of restaurant-quality flavor to your kitchen with this simple, delicious recipe.

Enjoy!

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