Calories in Egg Drop Soup

Egg drop soup is a well-known Chinese soup, which is prepared with beaten eggs, chicken broth, and boiled water. Commonly paired with salads or non-fried spring rolls, the soup serves as a healthy appetizer or starter. Seasoned with salt, black pepper, and scallions, it is usually garnished with excess of cream, which makes it even more rich and delicious.

It is one of the easiest soups to prepare, as all you have to do is heat 1 can of chicken broth in a pan, and stir in three beaten eggs when the broth starts simmering. This will result in formation of lovely shredded egg pieces that are actually the trademark of this soup.

Finally, flavor with salt and white pepper to taste, and then, garnish by adding a bit of finely chopped parsley.

Egg drop soup is good source of vitamins and minerals, like vitamin K, thiamine, niacin, manganese, and omega-6 fatty acids. However, some other nutrition facts are also given below.

Nutrients               Value

Total Fat              4 grams

Saturated Fat       1 gram

Polyun-
saturated Fat       1 gram

Monoun-
saturated Fat      2 grams

Trans                    0 gram

Cholesterol          102 mg

Sodium                730 mg

Potassium           220 mg

Nutrients               Value 

Total Carbs           1 grams

Dietary Fiber          0 gram

Sugar                    1 gram

Protein                  8 grams

Vitamin A                 0 %

Vitamin C                 0 %

Calcium                    2 %

Iron                          4 %

While some fat in the diet is necessary to increase energy levels in the body, egg drop soup provides with both saturated and unsaturated fats. Being high in sodium, it satiates the body's sodium requirement, which helps to regulate fluids and control nerve transmission and muscle contraction in the body.

However, high levels of sodium can cause high blood pressure in many people, and so, to stabilize the elevated levels, one should incorporate carbohydrates and fiber rich foods in their daily diet.

As we know, eggs are enriched with proteins, and consequently, this appetizer improves the protein content in the body that helps in building and repairing damaged tissues.

In many European countries, it is commonly known as a simple soup, whereas in the United States, it is often served as one of the main soups in American Chinese cuisine, and is known as egg flower soup. A traditional Chinese version has a thinner consistency, and is garnished with ingredients, like tofu, scallions, green onions, bean sprouts, or even corn.

Since different countries have different methods of preparation, they are called differently. In Japan, the eggs are dropped unscrambled as the topping, which gives the soup a moon-like appearance, hence, there it is called Tsukimi Udon or Soba, meaning 'moon viewing'. Similarly, in France, a garlic soup is made with egg whites drizzled into the soup.

Whereas, in Australia, scrambled eggs are mixed with flour, and then poured into the boiling soup to form small egg dumplings; and in Italy, the soup is prepared using parmesan cheese, which is one of the most popular variants.

Egg drop soup is delicious, easy to prepare, and is enjoyed by people of all age groups. It serves as a unique and best appetizer, and you can make it more delectable and nutritious by adding vegetables, like bean sprouts, carrots, peas, cauliflower, etc. Hence, try making this soup at home, and enjoy with your loved ones without worrying about the calories.

Disclaimer: This story is for informative purposes only, and should not be used as a replacement for expert medical advice.