Keto Egg Drop Soup

Light and savory keto egg drop soup is the perfect starter for your Asian dinner or a light lunch. It has the same authentic taste, but it's low-carb and keto-friendly. Absolutely delicious!

If you are looking for an easy soup recipe, then I have just the thing for you. It has the perfect balance of salty and umami flavors thanks to the chicken broth and soy sauce!

It's a great appetizer to eat before a homemade Chinese food dish (like baked sweet and sour chicken) or enjoy it with some cauliflower fried rice for lunch.

I love this new way to make drop soup that is low in carbs. Once you make this delicious soup at home, you'll never want to go back to takeout again!

This awesome recipe could not be easier - and it tastes just like the kind you would order from your favorite Chinese restaurant.

 Why you'll love it

There is so much to love about this egg drop soup recipe!

For starters, I used only whole ingredients. There isn't any yellow food coloring or corn starch, so it is perfect to eat on the keto diet.

You'll also really love how easy it is to customize the soup to make it taste just how you want it to. I didn't use any toasted sesame oil, but you can add a little bit to give it a bolder flavor.

Making keto egg drop soup is easier than you might think. It's a simple recipe that is perfect for beginner cooks coming together in just minutes.

You'll soon see why this is one of my favorite soup recipes of all time!

Ingredients

All the exact ingredient amounts are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post. First, here is a bit more information about what I used in this tasty soup.

Soup Broth

I used chicken broth as the base in this egg drop soup. You can save yourself time and just use a can of chicken broth or make your own.

You can use either chicken broth or chicken stock in your soup.

All the flavor for this soup recipe comes from the simmering broth.

Tip: If you want it to be vegetarian, use vegetable broth!

Vegetables

I kept the recipe really simple and only used two vegetables - mushrooms and green onions. You don't usually see more vegetables than those in this kind of soup recipe.

But, if you'd like, you can also add in some carrots for a bit of sweetness.

Spices

The best spices for egg drop soup are soy sauce, ground ginger, and white pepper. You can also add garlic powder if you want it to taste bolder.

The green onions add lots of flavor, so you really don't need many more spices than these!

Oils and Sauces

For keto and low-carb diet, use gluten-free soy sauce or coconut aminos. I did not use sesame oil, but you can add a few drops if you want to add a layer of nutty flavor.

Eggs

And, of course, you'll need some eggs for this egg drop soup recipe. Make sure you use beaten eggs!

Please note: Check out the recipe card at the bottom for a full list of ingredients used to make this low-carb recipe.

Quick tips

• Slowly pour the eggs into the boiling broth. As you pour the eggs, slowly stir the broth. This will create beautiful egg ribbons.
• Egg drop soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Serve immediately - the soup tastes better when it is fresh and hot.
• For an even better experience, serve it in a warm bowl.

Instructions

Here are a few more tips about this delicious Chinese soup. The full recipe for the keto egg drop soup is in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this pot!

Heat The Broth

Add everything except the eggs to a saucepan. If you want it to have a bit more bite, add more ground ginger and garlic powder. Adjust the spices to your liking.

Then, heat it all over medium heat.

The secret to perfect egg drop soup is to make sure you have really hot broth. So, I like to bring it to a rolling boil.

Add Whisked Eggs

Next, whisk the eggs really well. Then, slowly pour them into the chicken broth mixture. I used 3, but you can add more eggs if you want.

As you add the eggs, keep stirring slowly so that they cook into thin ribbons.

That's it! See? Making egg drop soup is easy! This simple soup is ready to eat.

You can also garnish it with thinly sliced green onions if you want. Just make sure to serve it hot.

????️ Serving suggestions

This is one of my favorite healthy recipes because it goes with almost anything. I like to enjoy this egg drop soup with egg roll in a bowl for an easy low-carb lunch.

Or, enjoy it for dinner with sweet and sugar-free keto teriyaki chicken. It is also the perfect starter for beef and broccoli!

Add some cauliflower fried rice on the side - it also has egg in it.

No matter what you eat with this soup, it will taste delicious!

FAQs

Before I get to the printable recipe card for this keto egg drop soup, here are some questions people often ask about how to make it. If you don't see your question in this list, please leave it in the comments.

Note: Check out this keto food list to answer more of your questions.

There you have it, the best keto egg drop soup recipe you will find!

I love creating new recipes - especially ones like this that taste like the kind you might order from any number of Chinese restaurants. Make this soup one time, and it will become one of your favorite recipes to make at home.

Related recipes

If you enjoyed this egg drop soup recipe, I have some more amazing recipes you should try next. These are some of my favorite low-carb soup recipes, and after you make them, you'll agree.

• Keto French Onion Soup is a flavorful and cheesy soup that will fill you up.
• Low Carb Thai Coconut Soup is incredibly creamy with an unmistakable heat.
• Keto Gumbo With Shrimp and Sausage brings a taste from the southern United States with a spicy tomato-based broth.
• Keto Ramen Shirataki Noodle Soup only has 1.1g net carbs in each bowl.
• Unstuffed Cabbage Soup is a keto soup recipe that you will want to make over and over again.

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Recipe

Keto Egg Drop Soup

5 from 7 votes

Light and savory keto egg drop soup is the perfect starter for your Asian dinner or a light lunch. It has the same authentic taste, but it's low-carb and keto-friendly. Absolutely delicious!

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Course: Soup

Cuisine: Asian

Diet: Diabetic, Gluten Free

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Servings: 4

Calories: 84

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Ingredients

• ▢ 4 cups Chicken broth
• ▢ 1 teaspoon Ginger paste
• ▢ 8 ounces Sliced mushrooms
• ▢ 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• ▢ ⅓ cup Chopped green onions
• ▢ 3 large Eggs beaten lightly
• ▢ Salt and white pepper to taste

Instructions

• Add the chicken broth, ginger paste, mushrooms, soy sauce, green onions and salt and white pepper to taste in a pot over medium high heat on the stove.
• Bring the mixture to a boil, and simmer for 15 minutes.
• Mix the eggs in slowly, stirring as you do.
• Continue to simmer a few more minutes before serving.

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Nutrition

Calories: 84 | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 140mg | Sodium: 1169mg | Potassium: 453mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 290IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 2mg

Additional Info

Net Carbs: 3 g | % Carbs: 15 % | % Protein: 40 % | % Fat: 45 % | SmartPoints: 2

Values

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