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Chinese Imperial Palace Egg Drop Soup

A silky, comforting Chinese soup with delicate egg ribbons in a savory broth. Ready in just 15 minutes!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 18 kcal
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Chinese

Ingredients

  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 egg lightly beaten with 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
  • 4 sliced green onion tops
  • salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil

Instructions

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  1. Bring the broth to a simmer over low medium heat. Very slowly stream in the egg, use a fork to pull strands of the egg gently. Add toasted sesame oil to the broth.
  2. Do not stir vigorously; you will have a mess if you do. Add white pepper and salt. Continue to cook until egg is done. Serve promptly.

Notes

  • The temperature matters: The broth should be at a gentle simmer, not a rolling boil, when adding the eggs.
  • Drizzle slowly: Pour the beaten eggs in a thin, steady stream while stirring for the most delicate ribbons.
  • Don't overstir: Stirring too vigorously after adding the eggs will break the ribbons into tiny pieces rather than elegant strands.
  • Season carefully: Both sesame oil and white pepper are potent—start with small amounts and adjust to taste.
  • Serve immediately: The texture is best when freshly made.

Nutrition Information

Calories 18kcal (1%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 0g (0%) Saturated Fat 0g (0%) Cholesterol 20mg (7%) Sodium 653mg (27%) Potassium 165mg (5%) Fiber 0g (0%) Sugar 0g (0%) Vitamin A 90IU (2%) Vitamin C 13.4mg (15%) Calcium 18mg (2%) Iron 0.5mg (3%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 18

% Daily Value*

Calories 18kcal 1%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 0g 0%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 20mg 7%
Sodium 653mg 27%
Potassium 165mg 4%
Fiber 0g 0%
Sugar 0g 0%
Vitamin A 90IU 2%
Vitamin C 13.4mg 15%
Calcium 18mg 2%
Iron 0.5mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.