{"id":"recipe_8e643177e0","slug":"seaweed-egg-drop-soup","title":"Seaweed Egg Drop Soup","description":"A light, nutritious, and incredibly quick East Asian classic that pairs delicate egg ribbons with savory dried seaweed in a clear, comforting broth.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":5,"totalMinutes":10,"activeMinutes":10},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"600ml chicken stock or water","name":"Chicken Stock","quantity":600,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"2 1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"or water with bouillon","group":"Soup Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"10g dried zicai (purple seaweed)","name":"Seaweed","quantity":10,"unit":"g","usQuantity":0.35,"usUnit":"oz","form":"dried","notes":"torn into small pieces","group":"Main","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"2 large eggs, lightly beaten","name":"Egg","quantity":2,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"piece","form":"beaten","notes":"large","group":"Main","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"1 slice ginger","name":"Ginger","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"piece","form":"sliced","notes":"about 1 cm thick","group":"Aromatics","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1 scallion, chopped","name":"Scallion","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"piece","form":"chopped","notes":"green onion","group":"Garnish","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"1/2 tsp salt","name":"Salt","quantity":2.5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"powder","notes":"to taste","group":"Seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"1/4 tsp white pepper","name":"White Pepper","quantity":0.5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/4","usUnit":"tsp","form":"ground","notes":"","group":"Seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"1 tsp sesame oil","name":"Sesame Oil","quantity":5,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1","usUnit":"tsp","form":"liquid","notes":"toasted","group":"Finishing","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"In a medium pot, combine the chicken stock and ginger slice. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.","group":"Soup Base","title":"Combine the chicken stock and ginger slice","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Soup Base"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Add the dried seaweed, salt, and white pepper. Stir and let it simmer for 1-2 minutes until the seaweed is softened.","group":"Simmer","title":"Add the dried seaweed, salt, and white pepper","timerMinutes":2,"sourceTitle":"Simmer"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Reduce the heat to low. Slowly pour the beaten eggs into the pot in a thin stream while stirring the soup gently in a circular motion to create fine ribbons.","group":"Egg Ribbons","title":"Reduce the heat to low","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Egg Ribbons"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Remove from heat immediately. Stir in the toasted sesame oil and garnish with chopped scallions before serving.","group":"Garnish","title":"Remove from heat immediately","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Garnish"}],"notes":"Use high-quality dried zicai (purple seaweed) for the best flavor. For a silkier texture, you can add a small cornstarch slurry before pouring in the eggs.","cuisine":{"group":"East Asian","specific":["Chinese"]},"course":["soup","side"],"cookingMethod":["boil","simmer"],"equipment":["medium pot","whisk or chopsticks","ladle"],"diet":["low_carb","high_protein","gluten_free","dairy_free"],"allergens":["eggs","sesame"],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":2,"unit":"bowls","note":"Approximately 350ml per serving"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"Best served fresh as seaweed becomes overly soft when reheated."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container in the fridge.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat gently on the stove over low heat; do not boil vigorously."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_8e643177e0%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=428d0e11-a872-4042-a94a-3d20c32a5d87","imageAlt":"Seaweed Egg Drop Soup — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["seaweed","egg","soup","healthy","low-calorie","quick","chinese"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Seaweed Egg Drop Soup","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T20:00:40.803Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T20:00:40.803Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_8c98f14ca2","slug":"classic-fried-rice-chaofan","title":"Classic Fried Rice (Chǎofàn)","description":"A quick, savory, and satisfying East Asian staple featuring fluffy rice stir-fried with eggs, crisp vegetables, and a touch of soy sauce.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":10,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":20},"cuisine":{"group":"East Asian","specific":["Chinese"]},"course":["main","side"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","nut_free","high_protein"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_8c98f14ca2%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=a9bd1aca-9eb5-41e5-8730-eac0148bdba5","imageAlt":"Classic Fried Rice (Chǎofàn) — recipe cover","tags":["fried-rice","quick","easy","leftover-rice","chinese-cuisine"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":9,"stepCount":6},{"id":"recipe_e2ae9b1de8","slug":"doenjang-jjigae-korean-soybean-paste-stew","title":"Doenjang-jjigae (Korean Soybean Paste Stew)","description":"A classic, savory, and deeply comforting Korean stew made with fermented soybean paste, fresh vegetables, and silken tofu.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":25,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"East Asian","specific":["Korean"]},"course":["soup"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["high_protein","low_fat"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_e2ae9b1de8%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=35cff7fb-45a9-496f-9016-7db21223b71b","imageAlt":"Doenjang-jjigae (Korean Soybean Paste Stew) — recipe cover","tags":["korean","stew","doenjang","healthy","savory","comfort food"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":7,"stepCount":5},{"id":"recipe_ec6288b434","slug":"hot-and-sour-soup","title":"Hot and Sour Soup (酸辣湯)","description":"A classic, comforting East Asian soup that perfectly balances the heat of white pepper with the tang of black vinegar, filled with textures of silky tofu, crunchy bamboo shoots, and earthy mushrooms.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":30,"activeMinutes":20},"cuisine":{"group":"East Asian","specific":["Chinese"]},"course":["soup","appetizer"],"difficulty":"medium","diet":["high_protein","low_fat"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_ec6288b434%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=301700b3-26d4-40c1-83b4-7da8431b02a9","imageAlt":"Hot and Sour Soup (酸辣湯) — recipe cover","tags":["spicy","sour","healthy","warm","traditional","tofu","mushrooms"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":12,"stepCount":6}]}