Chinese Creamy Corn Soup

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 cup diced onions
• 4 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions

Directions

1. In a large pot over medium heat, heat the oil. Add the garlic, ginger, and onions and sauté for 3 minutes until fragrant.
2. Add the corn kernels and sauté for 5 minutes until lightly browned.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and chicken broth until combined. Add the mixture to the pot and stir to combine.
4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
5. Add the heavy cream, salt, and white pepper and stir to combine. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
6. Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the green onions.
7. Serve the soup hot.

Interesting Facts

• This Chinese Creamy Corn Soup is a popular street food in China.
• It can be served as a starter or a light meal.
• It is a great way to use up leftover corn.
• It can be made vegan by substituting the chicken broth with vegetable broth and the heavy cream with coconut milk.