simple egg drop soup
Some days I crave Chinese food in the worst way, especially the soups. Oh, how do I love hot and sour soup and egg drop soup. This is one of those days!
Instead of ordering out I make a simple, quick, and low calorie egg drop soup that is just as satisfying, and better for me, than the restaurant version.
Simple Egg Drop Soup
One cup of water.
One bouillon cube (Preferably low sodium because holy cow do you know one regular bouillon cube is almost half of your daily sodium allowance??!)
1/2 cup to 1 cup fresh bite size spinach - I use baby spinach so I can throw in the stems and all and I don’t have to tear it up.
1 large egg
Microwave the water and bouillon in a large mug 1-2 minutes until it’s boiling and bouillon has dissolved.
Beat one egg with a fork in a separate bowl.
Slowly slide the egg into the water (or equivalent broth) and stir gently. Add in the spinach.
The hot water will cook the egg and wilt the spinach perfectly!
Now enjoy your 84 calorie lunch!
By the way, you can replace the spinach with anything you prefer: diced scallions, julienned Chinese peapods, bean sprouts, cooked carrots, water chestnuts, kale, etc. I just happen to like spinach in my soups and generally have it on hand.
Comments
3 Responses to “simple egg drop soup”
How did you know that egg drop soup is exactly what I’ve been craving these days?!?
Velmas last blog post..I Am ALWAYS Right. It’s a Burden, Really.
Oh wow that sounds good. I also like to add an egg to chicken Ramen.. Ima try this tomorrow.
ErinSlicks last blog post..Honest Schmonest
Awesome recipe! Quick & easy - just how I like them! Thanks!
mumma boos last blog post..7 Down, 21 To Go