Rice-and-Egg Soup Recipe (2024)

By Daniel Patterson

Updated Feb. 29, 2024

Rice-and-Egg Soup Recipe (1)

Total Time
About 15 minutes
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4(202)
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This meal in a bowl is pure midwinter comfort. Loosely adapted from the Japanese dish zousui, beaten eggs are poured into a pot of hot stock and rice, where they set into soft, custardlike strands. You can use any kind of stock and any kind of rice, although the starchier the rice, the thicker the soup will be. You can also add cooked vegetables or pieces of meat for a heartier dish.

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Ingredients

Yield:Serves 4

  • 4large eggs
  • 4cups seasoned chicken stock
  • cups cooked white rice
  • Salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper

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Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)

251 calories; 8 grams fat; 2 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 3 grams monounsaturated fat; 2 grams polyunsaturated fat; 29 grams carbohydrates; 0 grams dietary fiber; 4 grams sugars; 14 grams protein; 839 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step

    1

    Crack each egg into a medium-mesh sieve, letting the thin white drain away. Transfer the remaining yolk and white into a small bowl. Beat the eggs with a fork for 20 seconds.

  2. Step

    2

    In a medium covered pot, bring the chicken stock and rice to a boil over medium heat. Remove the lid and circulate the stock with the fork to create a whirlpool. Pour in the eggs over the tines of the fork to separate strands.

  3. Step

    3

    Cover the pot and cook for 1 minute, then turn off the heat and let sit for 1 minute more. Taste for seasoning and ladle into bowls.

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loritake

delicious for breakfast with leftover rice. i quarter the recipe for just one person. and instead of chicken broth, i use japanese dashi stock, then finish it off with a squirt of shoyu and dash of shichimi togarashi for added umami and spice.

Mimi

I made my chicken stock the day before with lots of ginger. I also skipped sieving the egg, it just seemed like an unnecessary step and added mess. Add some shredded left over chicken and top with green onions. Simple and delicious!

Annie

This is similar to what mama called 'rag soup' since the eggs looked like shreds. It was an Italian staple whenever staple for us kids whenever we showed the slightest sign of a sniffle. I like it with a grilled cheese sandwich, over the expected tomato soup and grilled cheese.

courtney

My chicken broth was homemade and very mild tasting so I also added some soy sauce and chili-garlic sauce to add more flavor.

Not amazing, but tasted great when I was coming down with a cold and had leftover rice in my fridge. I also added some leftover chicken.

Leslie

I made this twice. Both with left over brown rice - 1 cup. Once with arugula and next with shredded carrot. all were left overs. I made both using Costco chicken bouillon, and 2 eggs.

Finished with chopped scallions and shoyu sauce and fresh black pepper.

I think I'll use one egg next time and see how that works but this is an enjoyable morning or anytime dump meal. You can literally use whatever you have left over and it's so simple.

Shelly

Great with lemon juice!
I lived on this 20 years ago when I first moved out on my own and was flat broke. Brings back great memories!

Joanne Peterson

It's good, fits the comfort food category. Kids who had the flu were willing to eat it. Used tamari, and small amount of minced onion, and chopped spinach for extra flavoring.

MMB

I gave this 5 stars cus it was so good and what I was craving when I had no veggies or really much at all in my fridge. This came through on a cool fall day. Added soy sauce and chili crisp.

maryea

I liked it as written (cut down for one) with leftover rice and my own stock made from a leftover chicken breast bone, garlic (the frozen kind from Trader Joe's) and celery. Pandemic food.

Julie

Any suggestions for adding some veggies?

Mimi

I made my chicken stock the day before with lots of ginger. I also skipped sieving the egg, it just seemed like an unnecessary step and added mess. Add some shredded left over chicken and top with green onions. Simple and delicious!

rita

i would call this as japanese Ojiya, or Congee (chineses) or joupe (korean).
what is Seasoned Chicken Broth? what are the seasonings?

Elizabeth

In Asian cooking, “seasoned” means that it contains salt, as in seasoned vinegar. So, this would be chicken stock with salt in it, as opposed to unsalted stock.

Shelly

Great with lemon juice!
I lived on this 20 years ago when I first moved out on my own and was flat broke. Brings back great memories!

Leslie

I made this twice. Both with left over brown rice - 1 cup. Once with arugula and next with shredded carrot. all were left overs. I made both using Costco chicken bouillon, and 2 eggs.

Finished with chopped scallions and shoyu sauce and fresh black pepper.

I think I'll use one egg next time and see how that works but this is an enjoyable morning or anytime dump meal. You can literally use whatever you have left over and it's so simple.

courtney

My chicken broth was homemade and very mild tasting so I also added some soy sauce and chili-garlic sauce to add more flavor.

Not amazing, but tasted great when I was coming down with a cold and had leftover rice in my fridge. I also added some leftover chicken.

Annie

This is similar to what mama called 'rag soup' since the eggs looked like shreds. It was an Italian staple whenever staple for us kids whenever we showed the slightest sign of a sniffle. I like it with a grilled cheese sandwich, over the expected tomato soup and grilled cheese.

loritake

delicious for breakfast with leftover rice. i quarter the recipe for just one person. and instead of chicken broth, i use japanese dashi stock, then finish it off with a squirt of shoyu and dash of shichimi togarashi for added umami and spice.

Caroline

I have a cold, and this hit the spot. Super easy to make even with minimal energy levels. Lots of ways to vary the seasoning. I'll definitely make this again.

Joanne Peterson

It's good, fits the comfort food category. Kids who had the flu were willing to eat it. Used tamari, and small amount of minced onion, and chopped spinach for extra flavoring.

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Rice-and-Egg Soup Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is egg drop soup made of rice? ›

Loosely adapted from the Japanese dish zousui, beaten eggs are poured into a pot of hot stock and rice, where they set into soft, custardlike strands. You can use any kind of stock and any kind of rice, although the starchier the rice, the thicker the soup will be.

Can you just crack an egg into soup? ›

Whisk eggs in small bowl. Slowly pour eggs in thin stream into broth, stirring gently. Serve immediately.

Do you cook rice before adding to soup? ›

Can you put uncooked rice in soup? Yes – uncooked rice is best to add into soup because it soaks up the flavour of the broth, making it extra tasty!

What does adding egg to soup do? ›

One of my favorite ways to thicken a soup is with eggs! It is one of the lesser known ways to thicken soups that I love to use because it results in a rich flavor, silky texture, and a creaminess without adding cream!

Why is egg drop soup so good? ›

Despite the speed and simplicity of its preparation, egg drop soup can pack a powerful nutritional punch. It is: Rich in Protein: Eggs, the main ingredient in egg drop soup, are an excellent source of high-quality protein, as is bone broth (homemade or store-bought), which usually contains 8-10 g protein per cup.

What broth is egg drop soup made of? ›

So What Is Egg Drop Soup? In case this recipe is new to you, egg drop soup is a staple at Chinese restaurants across the United States. It's typically made with lightly-seasoned chicken or veggie broth, and filled with delicious egg “ribbons”, which are created by whisking raw eggs into the simmering broth.

Is it OK to eat raw egg in soup? ›

Consuming raw eggs puts you at risk for contracting salmonellosis, a foodborne illness from Salmonella bacteria that can cause diarrhea, fever and stomach cramps. Salmonella can be on the outside of an eggshell but also inside the egg itself.

Is egg drop soup unhealthy? ›

Egg drop soup is quite healthy. Egg drop soup calories and carbohydrates are low, which makes the dish good for people watching their weight. While the chicken broth and eggs are nutritious, this soup has the drawback of being high in sodium. However, you can reduce the saltiness by making the dish at home.

How do you keep eggs from curdling in soup? ›

Using a measuring cup or ladle, slowly add around ½ cup of the hot liquid to the eggs while whisking quickly. Whisking while adding the liquid slowly prevents the eggs from getting cooked right away by the hot liquid and curdling.

How do you add rice to soup without it getting mushy? ›

Cook the rice separately and warm the grains gently in the microwave right before serving. Spoon the rice into the soup bowl and then ladle the prepared soup around it.

Which rice is best for soup? ›

Long grain white rice: Be sure to use long grain white rice like jasmine rice or basmati rice, vs a short grain rice like arborio rice or sushi rice. You CAN use brown rice, but you'll need to simmer it for much longer, and use more broth.

How do you keep rice from turning to mush in soup? ›

If the grains aren't washed before cooking, the excess starch present in rice will make the rice sticky when it's in hot water. Rinse the rice thoroughly until the water runs clear. You can also place rice and water in a bowl and change the water several times.

Can you put boiled eggs in soup? ›

It'll round out a simple soup, or make something — like a bowl of French onion soup — even more decadent. If ramen is your thing, remember, the bowl isn't complete without a soft- or hard-boiled egg. And, of course, it's hard to beat the richness of blending a whole beaten egg straight into the broth.

Is egg soup good for cough and cold? ›

Eggs is very easy to digest and contain high protein. I personally recommend that one should eat this to cure fast. Superfood that battle cold, cough.

How many egg yolks does it take to thicken soup? ›

Fully make about six cups of soup. and whisk together four egg yolks. or two eggs. We now temper the eggs, which basically means bringing them up to heat. so they don't scramble.

Is there rice in egg noodles? ›

The most obvious difference between egg noodles and rice noodles is the main ingredient of each. Egg noodles are usually made from eggs and wheat flour. Rice noodles are made using rice flour and water. As such, egg noodles are not suitable for those who are coeliac or gluten intolerant, as they contain wheat flour.

What is rice soup made of? ›

This brothy, nourishing soup features fresh vegetables, tender chicken, long grain white rice, and chicken stock—and I am not exaggerating when I tell you that my children lick their bowls clean of it. It's SO simple, yet has the most soul-satisfying taste.

What is rice noodle soup called? ›

Phở or Pho (UK: /fɜː/, US: /fʌ/ FUH, Canada: /fɔː/ FAW; Vietnamese: [fəː˧˩˧]) is a Vietnamese soup dish consisting of broth, rice noodles (bánh phở), herbs, and meat (usually beef (phở bò)), sometimes chicken (phở gà).

What is rice cake soup made of? ›

Tteokguk is a soup made with sliced rice cakes, usually in beef broth. It's a traditional must-eat New Year's dish. The rice cake used for this soup is garaetteok, which is unsweetened and shaped like a long cylinder. For the soup, garaetteok is sliced into thin oval shapes.

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