Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup frozen corn kernels
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 2 eggs
- 2 green onions, sliced
Directions
- Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add chicken broth, corn, and ginger. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a small bowl, beat eggs until frothy.
- Slowly pour eggs into simmering soup, stirring gently.
- Cook for 1 minute, stirring gently.
- Remove from heat and stir in green onions.
- Serve warm.
Interesting Facts
- The traditional Chinese name for egg drop soup is “egg flower soup.”
- Egg drop soup is often served as part of a Chinese dim sum meal.
- You can also add other vegetables to the soup such as mushrooms, bok choy, or carrots.