Tatsoi Egg Drop Soup

Here’s a cozy, nourishing recipe tailored for any night of the week, and it’s as simple as can be!

Ingredients:

• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce or liquid/coconut aminos
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (optional, for thickening)
• 2 cups fresh tatsoi, chopped
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• Salt and white pepper to taste
• Optional garnish: sliced scallions or basil, carrot shreds for color, even lemongrass, or a drizzle of chili oil

Instructions:

1. Simmer the broth in a medium pot. Stir in soy sauce or liquid aminos and sesame oil.
2. If using cornstarch, mix it with water and stir into the broth to slightly thicken.
3. Add chopped tatsoi and simmer for 2 minutes until just wilted.
4. Slowly drizzle in the beaten eggs while stirring gently in one direction to create silky ribbons.
5. Season with salt and pepper, garnish with the options noted above.