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A beautiful bowl of homemade Lemon Egg Drop Soup, garnished with fresh parsley and served with a spoon, showcasing its bright and comforting appearance.
Lindsay Lehrer

Lemon Egg Soup

This simple and comforting Lemon Drop Soup features a flavorful chicken broth, silky egg ribbons, and a touch of lemon for a refreshing zing. Perfect for a cozy meal, this easy-to-make soup comes together in less than 30 minutes and is sure to warm you from the inside out.
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Prep Time 5 days
Cook Time 10 days
Total Time 15 days
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 32 oz chicken broth
  • 1 egg
  • ⅓ cup lemon juice
  • 2 handfuls egg noodles
  • Optional Salt, to taste
  • Optional Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and lemon juice.
  2. Heat the chicken broth in a pot over medium heat until it begins to boil.
  3. Once boiling, add the egg noodles and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
  4. Turn off the heat, and while stirring the broth gently, slowly pour in the egg and lemon mixture. Whisk constantly to create silky egg ribbons.
  5. Turn the heat back on and bring to a gentle boil for 1–2 minutes.
  6. Turn off the heat and let the soup sit for a moment before serving.
  7. Optional: Top with fresh parsley for color and a pinch of salt if desired.