Keto Egg Drop Soup
A comforting and quick keto version of the classic Chinese egg drop soup. This low-carb recipe features a flavorful broth with delicate ribbons of egg, perfect for a light meal or appetizer. It's easy to prepare and satisfies cravings without the carbs.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 20 min
- Serves
- 2
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Per serving
- 133 kcal
Allergen information: may contain eggs, gluten, sesame, and soy. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
Ingredients
- 4 cupchicken broth, low sodium
- 1 tspginger, grated
- 1 clovegarlic, minced
- 1 tbspsoy sauce, keto-friendly, such as tamari or coconut aminos
- 0.5 tspsesame oil
- 2 pcsegg, beaten
- 0.25 tspxanthan gum
- 2 tbspwater, cold
garnish
- 1 pcsgreen onion, sliced(optional)
- 1 pinchwhite pepper(optional)
Equipment
saucepan · fork · whisk
The method
Step by step
- 1
Pour the chicken broth into a medium saucepan and add the grated ginger and minced garlic.
- 2
Bring the broth mixture to a gentle boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to a simmer.
About 5 min
- 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the xanthan gum and cold water to create a slurry. Stir this slurry into the simmering broth.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Xanthan gum helps to slightly thicken the soup without adding carbs, mimicking the texture of cornstarch.
- 4
Slowly pour the beaten eggs into the simmering broth in a thin stream, stirring gently with a fork or chopsticks in a circular motion to create delicate egg ribbons.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Pouring slowly and stirring continuously ensures fine, wispy egg strands.
- 5
Stir in the soy sauce and sesame oil. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
About 1 min
- 6
Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with sliced green onion and a pinch of white pepper, if desired.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 133.3kcal
- Protein
- 12.1g
- Carbs
- 4.4g
- Fat
- 7.7g
- Fibre
- 0.4g
- Sugar
- 2.2g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store leftover egg drop soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Gently reheat on the stovetop over low heat until warmed through, stirring occasionally.
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