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Creamy Korean Egg Drop Soup Recipe with Tofu and Sesame Scallions Made Easy

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A comforting and creamy Korean egg drop soup featuring delicate egg ribbons, soft tofu, and a toasted sesame scallion garnish. This quick and easy soup is perfect for cozy nights and offers a nourishing, flavorful experience.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups (960 ml) low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 3 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 cup (240 g) soft or silken tofu, cut into small cubes
  • 2 scallions, thinly sliced (white and green parts separated)
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil (for scallion garnish)
  • Pinch of white pepper (optional)
  • Dash of gochugaru (Korean chili flakes, optional)

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the chicken or vegetable broth, soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat (about 5-7 minutes).
  2. Reduce heat to low and gently add the cubed soft tofu to the broth. Stir carefully to avoid breaking the tofu. Warm through for about 3 minutes.
  3. While the tofu is warming, lightly beat the eggs in a small bowl until well blended but not frothy.
  4. Slowly drizzle the beaten eggs into the simmering broth in a thin stream while stirring the soup gently in one direction with a fork or chopstick to create delicate egg ribbons. This should take about 1-2 minutes.
  5. Add the toasted sesame oil and, if desired, a pinch of white pepper or gochugaru. Stir gently and remove the pot from heat.
  6. Toss the sliced scallion whites and greens with the toasted sesame seeds and remaining teaspoon of sesame oil in a small bowl.
  7. Ladle the soup into bowls and sprinkle the sesame scallion garnish generously on top before serving.

Notes

Keep the broth at a gentle simmer when adding eggs to prevent clumping. Add eggs slowly in a thin stream while stirring gently in one direction to create silky egg ribbons. Use soft or silken tofu for a creamy texture. Toast sesame seeds fresh before garnishing for best aroma. For gluten-free, use tamari instead of soy sauce and ensure broth is gluten-free. For vegan version, use vegetable broth, tamari, and omit eggs or substitute with scrambled tofu.

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