Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
14 ounce

chicken broth

canned

2 unit

eggs

whisked

1 tsp

cornstarch

optional

1 pinch

salt

optional

1 pinch

onion salt

optional

1 unit

green onion

chopped

Step 1
~2 min

Pour chicken broth into a saucepan.

Step 2
~2 min

Bring the broth to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 3
~2 min

In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs thoroughly.

Step 4
~2 min

Optionally, mix the cornstarch into the whisked eggs to help create larger egg pieces in the soup.

Step 5
~2 min

Once the broth is boiling, remove the saucepan from the heat.

Step 6
~2 min

Gently stir the whisked eggs into the hot broth. The less you stir, the larger the egg 'drops' will be.

Step 7
~2 min

Taste the soup and add salt or onion salt to your preference.

Step 8
~2 min

Garnish with chopped green onion.

Step 9
~2 min

For a variation when feeling sick, add a little lemon juice and omit the salt and onion.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken broth.

Add a dash of sesame oil for extra aroma.

Adjust the amount of salt to taste.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Broth can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Mild
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot.

Pair with spring rolls.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spring Rolls
Dumplings

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

China

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, often served during illness.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

sick day
cold weather
light meal

Popularity Score

75/100

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