Description
This Pf Chang’s Egg Drop Soup recipe is a warm and comforting Chinese-inspired soup featuring a silky chicken broth thickened with cornstarch and delicate ribbons of beaten egg. Enhanced with fresh ginger, soy sauce, and green onions, this soup is quick to prepare and perfect as an appetizer or light meal for four people.
Ingredients
Scale
Soup Base
- 4 cups Chicken Stock (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon Fresh Ginger (grated)
Thickening Agent
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 2 – 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
Egg Mixture
- 2 Eggs
Garnish and Seasoning
- 2 – 3 Green Onions (chopped)
- Salt and freshly ground Black Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the Soup Base: In a large pot, combine the chicken stock, soy sauce, and grated fresh ginger. Stir to mix the ingredients well.
- Bring to a Boil: Place the pot over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a rolling boil, ensuring the flavors meld and the broth heats evenly.
- Thicken the Broth: In a small bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in 2 tablespoons of water. Slowly pour this slurry into the boiling stock while stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Reduce the heat to a simmer as the broth begins to thicken slightly.
- Beat the Eggs: In a separate bowl, crack the eggs and beat them until frothy to prepare for the classic egg ribbons.
- Create Egg Ribbons: Slowly and gently pour the beaten eggs into the simmering soup while stirring in one direction. This technique allows the eggs to form delicate, silky ribbons throughout the soup.
- Add Green Onions: Remove the pot from heat and stir in the chopped green onions for fresh flavor and color.
- Season and Serve: Taste the soup and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to your preference. Serve hot and enjoy the comforting flavors.
Notes
- Use good quality chicken stock for the best flavor—homemade or a low-sodium store-bought variety works well.
- Adjust the amount of cornstarch depending on how thick you prefer the soup.
- Pour eggs slowly and stir gently to create thin, silky egg ribbons rather than clumps.
- Fresh ginger adds a subtle zing; feel free to adjust to taste or omit if sensitive to spice.
- This soup pairs beautifully with spring rolls or fried rice for a full meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Chinese
Keywords: Egg Drop Soup, Pf Chang's Recipe, Chinese Soup, Easy Soup Recipe, Chicken Broth Soup, Egg Ribbon Soup
