Sweet Corn Chicken Soup – A Comforting, Nourishing Classic

Here’s the complete recipe for Sweet Corn Chicken Soup, a comforting Indo-Chinese classic:

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Sweet Corn Chicken Soup

Preparation Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 1 hour
Yield: 4 servings (250ml each)
Cuisine: Indo-Chinese

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Ingredients

For Chicken Stock:

• 350g chicken pieces (mix of boneless & bone-in)
• 4 cups (1L) water
• 1 small onion, roughly chopped
• 1-inch ginger, sliced
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• ½ tsp black peppercorns
• Salt to taste

For Soup:

• 1 cup sweet corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
• 1 tbsp butter or oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp finely chopped ginger
• ½ cup finely chopped onions
• ½ cup shredded cooked chicken (from stock)
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp vinegar
• ½ tsp white pepper powder
• 1 tsp sugar (optional, balances tanginess)
• 2 cups reserved chicken stock
• 1 cup milk or cream (for creamier texture)
• 2 tbsp cornflour + ¼ cup water (slurry, for thickening)
• 1 egg white, lightly beaten (for ribbons)
• Salt to taste

Garnish:

• 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
• 1 tbsp chopped spring onions
• Freshly ground black pepper

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Instructions

1. Prepare Chicken Stock:

1. In a pot, add chicken, water, onion, ginger, garlic, peppercorns, and salt.
2. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 30 minutes on low heat. Skim off impurities.
3. Strain the stock, reserve the liquid, and shred the chicken. Discard bones.

2. Make the Soup:

1. Sauté Aromatics: Heat butter/oil in a pot. Add garlic, ginger, and onions. Sauté until translucent.
2. Add Corn & Chicken: Stir in corn kernels and shredded chicken. Cook for 2 minutes.
3. Season: Add soy sauce, vinegar, white pepper, sugar, and salt. Mix well.
4. Simmer: Pour in reserved stock and milk/cream. Bring to a gentle boil.
5. Thicken: Stir cornflour slurry into the soup and simmer until slightly thick (3–4 mins).

3. Add Egg Ribbons:

• Slowly drizzle beaten egg white into the soup while stirring gently to form silky strands.

4. Garnish & Serve:

• Finish with sesame oil, spring onions, and black pepper.
• Serve hot with crispy fried noodles or steamed rice.

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Tips:

• Vegetarian Option: Replace chicken with mushrooms/tofu and use vegetable stock.
• Spice Level: Add a dash of chili sauce for heat.
• Extra Creamy: Use evaporated milk or coconut milk.

Enjoy your restaurant-style soup at home! Let me know if you’d like any variations. 😊🍲