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Egg Drop Soup

This classic Chinese starter features a delicate, silky broth with beautiful ribbons of egg throughout. It is quick, comforting, and perfect as a light meal or part of an Asian-inspired dinner.

Ingredients (for 4 servings):

• 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
• 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 3 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons cold water
• 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
• 1 scallion, thinly sliced
• Salt and white pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Heat the chicken broth in a medium saucepan until it comes to a gentle boil. Stir in the grated ginger and soy sauce. Season with a little salt and white pepper.
2. Beat the eggs in a small bowl until well mixed.
3. In a separate bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in the cold water to make a smooth slurry. Slowly stir the slurry into the simmering broth and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
4. Reduce the heat so the broth is gently simmering. Slowly drizzle the beaten eggs into the hot broth in a thin stream while stirring gently in one direction with a fork or whisk to create delicate egg ribbons.
5. Stir in the sesame oil and adjust the seasoning if needed.
6. Serve the soup hot in bowls and garnish with the sliced scallion.