
Main ingredients
Recipe
Ingredients
For the soup:
- 150 g shrimp
- 1 carrot(s)
- 225 g silken tofu
- 4 egg(s)
- 1 tbsp water
- 450 ml chicken stock
- 2 l water
- 0.75 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp white pepper
- 0.5 tsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp sugar
For the shrimp marinade:
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 0.25 tsp white pepper
For the thickener:
- 5 tbsp cornstarch
- 7 tbsp water
Instructions
Preparing the shrimp:
- 1Shell the shrimp and remove the dorsal vein.
- 2Roughly chop the shrimp.
- 3Place the chopped shrimp pieces in a bowl and add the white pepper and cornstarch.
- 4Mix well and set aside.
Preparing the other ingredients:
- 5Cut the carrot into small dice.
- 6Remove the tofu from its packaging and drain it.
- 7Cut the tofu into cubes about 1 cm.
Preparing the soup:
- 8Pour the chicken stock into a large saucepan and heat over high heat.
- 9Add the 2 liters of water.
- 10When the mixture starts to boil, add the tofu and stir the soup.
- 11In a small bowl, prepare the thickener by mixing the potato starch and water.
- 12When the soup comes to a boil, turn off the heat.
- 13Gradually pour the thickener into the saucepan while continuously stirring the soup with a ladle, until you reach the desired consistency.
- 14Put the saucepan back over high heat and bring to a boil.
- 15When the liquid comes to a boil, reduce to low heat.
- 16Slowly pour in the beaten eggs while continuously stirring the soup with a ladle.
- 17Then add the shrimp to the saucepan, followed by the carrots.
- 18Simmer for a few minutes until the shrimp are cooked.
- 19Season the soup with salt and white pepper.
- 20Finally add the oil and sugar.
- 21Mix and serve immediately.
About this dish
Chinese egg drop soup, also known as "egg flower soup," is a delicate, comforting soup widely enjoyed in Chinese cuisine. It stands out for its strands of beaten egg, slowly poured into a hot broth, creating delicate egg "flowers" or ribbons. The broth is usually made from chicken or vegetables and seasoned with salt, white pepper, and sometimes ginger or green onion. Originating from traditional Chinese cuisine, this soup is especially popular in northern and eastern China. It's often served as a starter or alongside a main meal. Its quick preparation and simple ingredients make it a top choice for everyday meals or festive banquets. Egg drop soup symbolizes simplicity and elegance, offering a light flavor and instant comfort, reminiscent of home-cooked meals and family traditions.
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