Paleo Egg Drop Soup with Scallions

Total time25 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time15 min

A steamy bowl of this soup delivers all the comfort of the classic version, built on a fragrant base of chicken broth simmered with fresh ginger, toasted sesame oil, turmeric, and white pepper until the kitchen smells incredible. The broth turns glossy and lightly thickened before beaten eggs are streamed in slowly, forming those signature silky, wispy ribbons that make this dish so satisfying. A generous handful of sliced scallions on top adds a fresh, sharp bite that balances the warm, savory broth underneath. It's quick to pull together on a weeknight, needs just one saucepan, and lands on the table looking far more impressive than the effort it actually takes. This version fits neatly into a Paleo kitchen, so you can enjoy that cozy egg-drop soup experience without a second thought.

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Ingredients

4 servings

4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
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1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
½ tsp toasted sesame oil
½ tsp soy sauce
Chef's tip
Coconut aminos are sweeter and less salty; taste and adjust the seasoning.
¼ tsp ground white pepper
½ tsp turmeric
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
4 large eggs
¼ tsp salt, or to taste
3 scallions, thinly sliced

Instructions

1
Combine the chicken broth, grated ginger, sesame oil, soy sauce, white pepper, and turmeric in a medium saucepan. Bring to a steady simmer over medium-high heat, stirring once or twice, until the broth is fragrant and just beginning to bubble at the edges, about 5 minutes.
2
Whisk the cornstarch and cold water together in a small bowl until completely smooth. Pour the slurry into the simmering broth while stirring constantly, then continue to stir until the broth thickens slightly and turns glossy, about 1 minute. Reduce the heat to medium-low to maintain a gentle simmer.

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