This cozy soup features soft tofu and fluffy eggs in a refreshing, lightly-thickened ginger broth.
There's no need to make a separate cornstarch slurry—everything is added from the start, saving cooking and cleanup time.
This soup’s gentle flavor is soothing to the stomach, making it perfect for when you've overindulged or simply want something light and comforting.
5 minutes
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INGREDIENTS
SERVES 2
Original recipe (1X) yields 2 servings
When scaling the recipe, the ratios of some ingredients may require slight adjustments. Adjust as necessary and season to taste.
- 1 cup water
- 1 tbsp. chicken bouillon powder
- 2 tsp. cornstarch
- 1 tsp. soy sauce
- 1 tsp. grated ginger
- 5 1/4 oz pack silken tofu
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- freshly-ground black pepper (optional, to taste)
- sesame oil (optional, to taste)
INSTRUCTIONS
- 1
In a small saucepan, combine the water, chicken bouillon powder, cornstarch, soy sauce, and grated ginger. Stir thoroughly to dissolve the cornstarch. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the soup begins to thicken.
- 2
Add the tofu, cut into bite-sized pieces or gently crumbled by hand. Bring the soup to a boil over high heat.
- 3
Slowly pour in the beaten egg in 2–3 parts while gently stirring the soup. Cook until the egg is softly set. Remove from heat.
- 4
Serve hot, topped with freshly-ground black pepper and a drizzle of sesame oil, if desired.
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