Egg Sauce

This classic Egg Sauce is a versatile and comforting addition to any meal, offering a delicate balance of savory depth and creamy texture. Made with simple pantry staples like eggs, broth, and soy sauce, it comes together in minutes. The key to success is slow drizzling to create tender, ribbon-like curds that suspend in the warm, aromatic liquid. It pairs beautifully with steamed rice, pad thai, or stir-fried greens, adding an extra layer of moisture and flavor. Ideal for weeknight dinners or as a quick accompaniment to dumplings, this sauce brings a touch of restaurant-quality elegance to your home kitchen without any fuss.

Cooking Method: Steaming

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Sauces & Condiments

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 4

Calories: 490.5

Description

This classic Egg Sauce is a versatile and comforting addition to any meal, offering a delicate balance of savory depth and creamy texture. Made with simple pantry staples like eggs, broth, and soy sauce, it comes together in minutes. The key to success is slow drizzling to create tender, ribbon-like curds that suspend in the warm, aromatic liquid. It pairs beautifully with steamed rice, pad thai, or stir-fried greens, adding an extra layer of moisture and flavor. Ideal for weeknight dinners or as a quick accompaniment to dumplings, this sauce brings a touch of restaurant-quality elegance to your home kitchen without any fuss.

Ingredients

5 Minutes to soften (optional)
1 Spring onion, cut into 1/ 2-in (1-cm)
1 Scoop out the center of the cucumber sect1ons. tak1ng care not to cut

Directions

1
Whisk together eggs, a pinch of salt, and a dash of sesame oil in a small bowl until smooth.
2
Bring chicken or vegetable broth to a gentle simmer in a small saucepan over medium heat.
3
Stir in soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, and a teaspoon of cornstarch slurry if a thicker consistency is desired.
4
Slowly drizzle the beaten eggs into the simmering broth while gently stirring in one direction with a fork.
5
Remove from heat immediately once the eggs have set into soft curds, about 30 seconds.
6
Garnish with sliced spring onions and serve hot over rice or noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 490.5kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.3g7%
Saturated Fat 0.7g4%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 19.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 109.9g37%
Dietary Fiber 23.4g94%
Sugars 4.6g
Protein 21.0g42%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: egg sauce, egg drop, savory, broth, soy sauce, rice topping, noodle soup, quick recipe, easy dinner, asian cuisine, comfort food, vegetarian, silky texture, steamed eggs, umami, side dish, garnish, spring onion, sesame oil, cornstarch

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