Whole 30 Classic Egg Drop Soup

Total time20 min

Prep time5 min

Cook time15 min

This warming, silky soup starts with a simmering broth of ginger, white pepper, and toasted sesame oil, giving it that deep, savory backbone without any heavy lifting. Whisked eggs are drizzled in slow, thin streams while the broth swirls, forming those signature delicate ribbons that make this soup so satisfying to eat. A light thickening step gives the broth just enough body to cling to every strand of egg, so each spoonful feels rich but still clean and light. Finished with a scatter of fresh scallions, it's the kind of simple, restorative bowl you'll want on repeat. This one fits neatly into a Whole30 kitchen, making it an easy go-to whenever you want something quick, comforting, and totally compliant.

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Ingredients

4 servings

4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
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½ tsp ground ginger
¼ tsp ground white pepper
½ tsp toasted sesame oil
1 tsp soy sauce
Chef's tip
Coconut aminos are sweeter and less salty; taste and adjust the seasoning.
3 tbsp cornstarch
Chef's tip
For thickening, use about 1 1/3 times as much tapioca flour, stirred into a spoonful of cold water first; take the pan off the heat soon after it thickens.
3 tbsp cold water
3 large eggs
salt to taste

For serving

2 scallions, thinly sliced (optional)

Instructions

1
Combine the chicken broth, ground ginger, white pepper, sesame oil, and soy sauce in a medium saucepan. Bring to a steady simmer over medium-high heat.
2
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water until completely smooth with no lumps.

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