Ginger Scallion Egg-Drop Soup

Ginger Scallion Egg-Drop Soup
You can never have too many main course recipes, so give Ginger Scallion Egg-Drop Soup a try. This recipe serves 2. One serving contains 330 calories, 28g of protein, and 22g of fat. Autumn will be even more special with this recipe. If you have chicken broth, scallions, ginger, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. To use up the eggs you could follow this main course with the Rose Levy Beranbaum's Chocolate Tomato Cake with Mystery Ganache as a dessert. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free, dairy free, and primal diet.

Instructions

1
Smash 3 scallions and cut into 2-inch pieces, then put in a 2-quart saucepan with water, broth, ginger, and 3/4 teaspoon salt. Bring to a simmer, then poach chicken at a bare simmer, uncovered, until just cooked through, 12 to 15 minutes.
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Transfer chicken to a cutting board and let broth steep, covered, 10 minutes.
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Meanwhile, chop remaining 3 scallions and shred chicken.
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Discard scallions and ginger from broth and bring to a brisk simmer.
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Add beaten eggs in a slow stream, stirring constantly.
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Remove from heat and stir in scallions, chicken, and white pepper (if using).
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Serve drizzled with sesame oil.
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DifficultyMedium
Ready In45 m.
Servings2
Health Score16
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