Vietnamese Duck Egg Soup (Canh Trứng Vịt)
Vietnamese

Vietnamese Duck Egg Soup (Canh Trứng Vịt)

A light soup featuring duck eggs, greens, and a savory broth, perfect for a refreshing meal.

Duck EggDuck Egg
SpinachSpinach
GingerGinger
chicken stockchicken stock
Fish SauceFish Sauce
ShallotShallot
Easy10 min

Where it comes from

Vietnamese Duck Egg Soup (Canh Trứng Vịt) is a comforting dish often enjoyed during family meals, especially in rural areas of Vietnam. This soup highlights the use of duck eggs, which are richer than chicken eggs, offering a unique flavor profile. Interestingly, many families have their own variations, making it a beloved comfort food with personal touches.

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How it's made

3 steps · Show
10 min active
  1. 1
    5 min

    In a pot, bring the chicken stock to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Add thinly sliced ginger and shallot, allowing the flavors to infuse for about 5 minutes.

  2. 2
    3 min

    Crack the duck eggs into a bowl and beat lightly. Slowly pour the eggs into the simmering stock, stirring gently to create ribbons.

    Watch out

    Pour the eggs slowly while stirring to avoid clumping.

  3. 3
    2 min

    Add the spinach and fish sauce to the pot, stirring until the spinach is wilted and the soup is heated through.

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