Egg Drop & Tofu Soup
A light broth swirled with egg ribbons and silken tofu — a soothing, high-protein bowl that's easy on a small appetite.
Ingredients
- 3 Egg
- 200 g Silken tofu
- 700 ml Vegetable stock
- 1 tbsp Soy sauce
- 2 Scallions (optional)
- 1 tbsp Ginger (optional)
- 1 tbsp Cornstarch (optional)
- ½ tsp Toasted sesame oil (optional)
Method
- Bring the stock to a simmer with the ginger and soy.
- Slip in the silken tofu in spoonfuls and warm it through for 2 minutes.
- Stir the cornstarch with a little water and stir it into the broth to thicken slightly.
- Beat the eggs, then drizzle them into the simmering broth while stirring slowly to make ribbons.
- Ladle into bowls and finish with scallions and sesame oil.
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About Egg Drop & Tofu Soup
Egg Drop & Tofu Soup is a light Chinese-style broth that combines two comforting classics: the silky egg ribbons of egg drop soup and the soft custard of silken tofu. It is a fast, soothing bowl built on a gingery, soy-seasoned stock, meant to feel gentle and warming rather than substantial. Silken tofu adds body without weight, and the egg gives it protein and that signature wispy texture.
The technique that defines it is the pour: beaten egg is drizzled slowly into the barely simmering broth while you stir, so it sets into delicate ribbons instead of clumping. A small slurry of cornstarch thickens the stock just enough to suspend those threads and give the soup a velvety feel. Ginger and soy keep the flavor clean and savory, with scallions and sesame oil added at the end for aroma. Ready in about fifteen minutes, it is an easy, light meal or a calming bowl when appetite is small.
Egg Drop & Tofu Soup: frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Egg Drop & Tofu Soup?
A serving has about 224 calories — 19g protein, 13.3g carbs, 11.2g fat, 1.2g fiber. Figures are estimated from the ingredient amounts and will shift with your portions and brands.
Is Egg Drop & Tofu Soup gluten-free?
As written, no — it contains Soy sauce. You'd need a certified gluten-free swap for that ingredient to make it gluten-free.
Do I need every ingredient to make Egg Drop & Tofu Soup?
The core ingredients are essential, but you can leave out scallions, ginger, cornstarch — they're optional and mainly there for extra flavor or finish.
How many servings does Egg Drop & Tofu Soup make?
This recipe makes 2 servings. In the app you can scale it up or down and the ingredient amounts adjust automatically.