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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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
- 0 optional: fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish
Directions
Step 1
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.
Step 2
Cut the silken tofu into small cubes. Add the tofu to the simmering soup, taking care not to break it apart.
Step 3
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.
Step 4
Add sesame oil, soy sauce, finely grated ginger, and white pepper to the pot. Stir well to incorporate the flavors.
Step 5
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more soy sauce or white pepper for desired flavor.
Step 6
Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with sliced scallions and optional fresh cilantro, and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1645.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 959.0 |
| Total Fat 29.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 8.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3906.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 146.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 37.7g | |
| Protein 35.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 869.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2591.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories