Vegetarian Cream Style Corn Soup China
Warm up with a bowl of comforting Vegetarian Cream-Style Corn Soup, a Chinese-inspired classic that’s both hearty and wholesome. This silky, plant-based soup combines the natural sweetness of canned cream-style corn with the delicate texture of silken tofu, creating a velvety base that's thickened perfectly with a cornstarch slurry. Flavored with aromatic ginger, savory soy sauce, and nutty sesame oil, each spoonful bursts with rich umami notes. Topped with vibrant scallions and optional fresh cilantro, this easy-to-make soup is ready in under 30 minutes and is a perfect starter or light meal for four. Ideal for those seeking a quick, vegetarian-friendly comfort food, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 can (14 ounces) canned cream-style corn
- 4 cups vegetable stock
- 200 grams silken tofu
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon ginger, finely grated
- 2 stalks scallions (green onions), finely sliced
- 0.25 teaspoons white pepper
- optional: fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish
Instructions
In a medium-sized pot, add the canned cream-style corn and vegetable stock. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
Cut the silken tofu into small cubes. Add the tofu to the simmering soup, taking care not to break it apart.
In a small bowl, mix together the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the soup and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring continuously, until the soup thickens slightly.
Add sesame oil, soy sauce, finely grated ginger, and white pepper to the pot. Stir well to incorporate the flavors.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more soy sauce or white pepper for desired flavor.
Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with sliced scallions and optional fresh cilantro, and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
959 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.6 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3906 mg | 170% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 146.3 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.5 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.7 g | ||
| Protein | 35.9 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 869 mg | 67% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 2591 mg | 55% | |
*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.
