By Ujjainee Roy
April 29, 2024
Egg drop soup is the perfect summer soup and there are many ways to perfect it at home! The soup relies on a simple ribboning technique which helps makes ribbons with egg drops. Here are some easy hacks which can give you restaurant-style egg ribbon soup at home.
To create egg ribbons, beat eggs in a bowl until smooth. Bring your soup to a gentle simmer and slowly pour the beaten eggs into the hot soup while stirring in a circular motion. This helps the eggs cook evenly and form ribbons instead of clumps.
Pour the beaten eggs into the simmering soup in a thin, steady stream. This allows the eggs to cook evenly and form thin ribbons. Avoid dumping the eggs all at once, as this can result in large clumps rather than delicate ribbons.
Before adding the eggs, use a spoon or ladle to create a gentle whirlpool motion in the soup. This helps the eggs to spread out evenly and form ribbons instead of sinking to the bottom or clumping together.
Adjust the heat to maintain a gentle simmer while adding the eggs. If the soup is boiling too vigorously, it can break apart the egg ribbons or cause them to cook too quickly, resulting in uneven texture.
Be mindful not to overcook the eggs once they're added to the soup. Egg ribbons should be tender and delicate, so it's best to remove the soup from heat as soon as the ribbons are set. Overcooking can make the ribbons tough or rubbery.
Fresh eggs with a high proportion of egg white to egg yolk tend to form better ribbons. Older eggs or eggs with a higher proportion of yolk may not create the same thin, delicate ribbons desired in soups.
Creating perfect egg ribbons may take some practice. Don't be discouraged if your first attempt isn't flawless. Keep experimenting with different techniques and adjustments until you achieve the desired result. With time and practice, you'll master the art of creating beautiful egg ribbons in your soup.