Description
This Wonton Egg Drop Soup is a comforting and flavorful Asian-inspired soup featuring delicate egg ribbons and savory frozen wontons in a rich chicken broth. Enhanced with subtle seasoning like turmeric for color and sesame oil for a nutty aroma, this soup is a quick and easy dish perfect for a light meal or starter that serves 6 people.
Ingredients
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Soup Base
- 4 cups chicken stock or broth
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon MSG (optional, adjust to taste)
- ⅛ teaspoon sugar
- ⅛ teaspoon white pepper
- ¼ – ½ teaspoon turmeric (optional, for a rich golden color)
- ½ teaspoon sesame oil
Thickener
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- ⅓ cup water
Egg Drop & Garnish
- 3 large eggs (lightly beaten)
- 1 scallion (chopped)
Wontons
- 18 frozen wontons (3 wontons per serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Soup Base: In a large pot, combine 4 cups of chicken stock with salt, MSG (if using), sugar, white pepper, and turmeric. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat to let the flavors blend and the soup develop a warm golden color from the turmeric.
- Add Wontons: Carefully add the frozen wontons to the simmering broth. Cook them according to the package instructions, usually about 4-6 minutes, or until they float to the surface and are cooked through.
- Mix Cornstarch Slurry: In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until smooth. Slowly pour the slurry into the simmering soup while stirring gently to prevent lumps. This will thicken the soup slightly and give it a pleasant texture.
- Create Egg Ribbons: Reduce the heat to low and slowly drizzle the lightly beaten eggs into the soup in a thin stream while stirring the broth gently in one direction. This technique will create delicate, silky egg ribbons throughout the soup.
- Finish and Garnish: Remove the pot from heat and stir in the sesame oil for a subtle nutty flavor. Garnish the soup with chopped scallions to add freshness and a mild oniony bite.
- Serve Hot: Ladle the hot wonton egg drop soup into bowls and serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken stock with vegetable broth for a lighter flavor.
- If you prefer a spicier kick, add a few drops of chili oil or Sriracha to each serving.
- The turmeric is optional but adds a beautiful golden color and a subtle earthy note to the soup.
- Be careful while adding the egg to achieve fine ribbons by stirring the soup gently and slowly drizzling the eggs.
- The MSG is optional; omit it if you prefer to keep the soup MSG-free.
- Frozen wontons can be swapped for homemade wontons if available.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Chinese
