Cantonese Corn Soup
Warm your soul with a comforting bowl of Cantonese Corn Soup, a silky and flavorful classic that's both simple and satisfying. Bursting with the natural sweetness of corn and thickened to perfection with a cornstarch slurry, this velvety soup is enhanced by delicate ribbons of egg for a luscious texture. Infused with a hint of soy sauce and white pepper for a savory depth, it can be made with chicken or vegetable stock to suit your preferences. Ready in just 25 minutes, this light yet nourishing soup is perfect as a starter or a wholesome meal on its own. Garnished with fresh green onions for a pop of flavor and color, Cantonese Corn Soup is the ultimate recipe to warm up any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Sweet corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 4 cups Chicken stock or vegetable stock
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons Water
- 1 teaspoon Soy sauce
- 1 pinch White pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Green onions (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium pot, combine the chicken or vegetable stock and 1.5 cups of the corn kernels. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat.
While the stock is heating, use a blender or food processor to puree the remaining 0.5 cups of corn kernels with a small amount of water until smooth. Add the corn puree to the pot and stir well.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 3 tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Stir this mixture into the soup pot and simmer for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the soup thickens slightly.
Beat the eggs in a small bowl. While stirring the soup in a circular motion, slowly drizzle the beaten eggs into the pot to create delicate egg ribbons.
Add the soy sauce, white pepper, and salt to season the soup. Adjust seasoning to taste if needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
617 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.0 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 6211 mg | 270% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 97.2 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.8 g | ||
| Protein | 31.9 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 103 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1646 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
