Keto Egg Drop Soup Hot And Sour Egg Drop Soup

What Makes This Recipe Special

Fast. This amazingly satisfying soup is ready to eat in under 30 minutes.Easy. Only two steps to make this Egg Drop Soup. SO. EASY. Keto. One carb per serving is a dream for someone living a low-carb lifestyle!Decadent. Rich in flavor while still being incredibly filling and authentic tasting.

Low carb and gluten-free dieters rejoice! Not only is this Hot and Sour Egg Drop Soup VSG friendly, but it’s low carb, high in protein and gluten-free. Not to mention it is absolutely delicious and it’s done in only 20 minutes. No long cook and preparation times here. Just quick, simple and to the point.

What Is Egg Drop Soup?

Is Restaurant Egg Drop Soup Keto?

Surprisingly, yes! Most restaurants have low-carb friendly versions of Egg Drop Soup. Always make sure to ask for a list of ingredients to check for anything that may be a surprise, but for the most part, you can expect your soup to fit your lifestyle.

Is This Soup Safe For A Liquid Diet?

With a few modifications, you can safely enjoy this Egg Drop Soup recipe on a low carb and liquid diet. Many restaurants will give the option to omit the eggs and just enjoy this as a Hot and Sour Soup. If you’re worried about picking around any solids, you’ll love that you can make this recipe at home! I’ve included instructions for making this liquid diet compliant and how to add the perfect selection of low-carb ingredients for when you’re ready to reintroduce some soft foods and solids.

What Is Chinese Egg Drop Soup Made Of?

One of the many things I love about this delicious Keto Egg Drop Soup Recipe is how few ingredients it takes to make! Here’s what you’ll need to make this fantastic soup recipe:

low-sodium chicken brothSoy SauceChinese Black Vinegar Rice VinegarKosher SaltXanthan GumChili Crisp OilEggs (if you’re not on a liquid diet)

What Makes Egg Drop Soup So Thick?

It’s all in the eggs and xanthan gum. The eggs cook just enough with my instructions to cook them to a safe and tasty texture. The xanthan gum works as a low carb version of cornstarch, which is a thickening agent.

How To Make Keto Egg Drop Soup

Tips, Tricks, and Variations

To increase the protein content, you could put in 3-4 ounces of extra-silken soft tofu before adding the eggs.Make a double batch. Doctor up the next day’s batch with cooked rotisserie chicken and some green onions for a change of taste.Make it low carb and Vegetarian-friendly by adding lots of green veggies to your broth to steam with the eggs.

What To Serve With It

Looking for the perfect selection of dishes to serve with this Keto Egg Drop Soup? Try one of these:

Keto Stir FrySesame Ginger BroccoliPork WontonsChar Siu Pork

How Long Does It Last?

This Egg Drop Soup recipe is good in the refrigerator for up to 5 days with flavor and texture just as good as the day you made it.

Can You Freeze It?

If you choose to make this recipe ahead and freeze it, my advice would be to cook the broth beforehand and freeze it alone. When you go to prepare it to eat, add in the thickening agent and the egg as you warm it for best results. This Keto Egg Drop Soup is the perfect combination of spicy, tangy, and savory. It’s the perfect soup to warm you up on a cold day, as an appetizer to a homemade Chinese meal or as a quick lunch or dinner option. If you love it as much as we do, make sure you share it on Facebook and Pinterest so your friends can try it too! Originally Published August 23, 2013