Description
This comforting and flavorful Wonton Egg Drop Soup is a perfect fusion of two classic Chinese soups—silky egg drop soup and savory wonton soup. Filled with delicate homemade wontons and a velvety egg ribbon broth, this dish is easy to prepare and makes a great addition to your takeout-inspired meal night. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a warm and satisfying bowl of goodness!
Ingredients
For the Wontons:
- ½ pound ground pork
- ¼ cup finely chopped green onions
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- ½ teaspoon sesame oil
- 20–24 wonton wrappers
- 1 tablespoon water (for sealing the wontons)
For the Broth:
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon white pepper
- ½ teaspoon sesame oil
For the Egg Drop:
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
Optional Garnishes:
- Chopped green onions
- A drizzle of sesame oil
- Crispy wonton strips
Instructions
Prepare the Wonton Filling:
- In a bowl, mix the ground pork, green onions, grated ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Stir until well combined.
2. Assemble the Wontons:
- Place a small amount of filling (about 1 teaspoon) in the center of a wonton wrapper.
- Dip your finger in water and moisten the edges of the wrapper.
- Fold the wrapper into a triangle, pressing the edges to seal. Bring the two opposite corners together and seal with a dab of water. Repeat with remaining wrappers.
3. Make the Broth:
- In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Add soy sauce, ground ginger, salt, white pepper, and sesame oil. Stir well.
4. Cook the Wontons:
- Carefully drop the wontons into the simmering broth and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until they float to the surface.
5. Create the Egg Ribbons:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water. Add this mixture to the beaten eggs.
- Slowly pour the eggs into the simmering broth while gently stirring in one direction to create silky egg ribbons.
6. Final Touches and Serving:
- Let the soup cook for another minute, then turn off the heat.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with chopped green onions and a drizzle of sesame oil. Serve hot!
Notes
- For extra flavor, try adding shiitake mushrooms or bok choy to the broth.
- You can use ground chicken or shrimp as an alternative to pork.
- If you like a thicker broth, add an extra teaspoon of cornstarch mixed with water before adding the eggs.
- Serve with a side of soy sauce and chili oil for dipping extra wontons!
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Category: dinner
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 306 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Protein: 20g