How many calories are in Egg Drop Soup?
Egg Drop Soup has about 150 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.
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Egg Drop Soup
Egg Drop Soup is a lunch chinese recipe with 150 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.
Calories
150 kcal
Total Time
10 min
Servings
1
Protein
10 g
Ingredients
- chicken or vegetable broth3 cup
- large eggs, beaten2 piece
- cornstarch1 tsp
- grated ginger.5 tsp
- A pinch of white pepperAs needed
- soy sauce1 tsp
- green onion, chopped1 piece
- A few drops of sesame oilAs needed
Instructions
- 1
Step 1
Bring a pot of chicken or vegetable broth to a simmer.
- 2
Step 2
Season the broth with ginger, white pepper, and a little soy sauce.
- 3
Step 3
Thicken the soup slightly with a cornstarch slurry.
- 4
Step 4
Slowly pour in a stream of beaten eggs while stirring the soup in one direction. This creates the characteristic egg ribbons.
- 5
Step 5
Garnish with chopped green onions and a few drops of sesame oil before serving.
Nutrition Snapshot
Macros and micros at a glance
Calories
150
Protein
10g
Carbs
5g
Fat
8g
Fiber
1g
Micronutrients
Iron
1.5 mg
Zinc
1 mg
Sodium
800 mg
Calcium
40 mg
Folate
40 mcg
Magnesium
15 mg
Potassium
200 mg
Vitamin C
2 mg
Vitamin A
100 mcg
Vitamin B12
0.6 mcg
Diet and Allergen Guide
Vegetarian
Yes
Vegan
No
Gluten Free
No
Dairy Free
No
Allergens
EggSoySesame
Meal Prep and Storage
Make it easier to prep ahead
Egg Drop Soup can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Egg Drop Soup
Is Egg Drop Soup suitable for vegetarians?
Yes. Egg Drop Soup is suitable for vegetarians as written.
Is Egg Drop Soup gluten-free?
Egg Drop Soup is not reliably gluten-free as written because it includes soy sauce. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.
Are there any allergen ingredients in Egg Drop Soup?
Yes. This recipe includes Egg, Soy, and Sesame. Always review ingredient labels if you are cooking for an allergy-sensitive household.
Can I make Egg Drop Soup ahead of time?
Egg Drop Soup can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.
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