1
Heat oil over medium-low in a stock pot. Add garlic and ginger. Cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
2
Add cream style sweet corn, stock, chicken, sesame oil, soy sauce and white pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, uncovered.
3
While soup is heating, beat egg in a small bowl. Turn heat off. Gradually whisk egg into hot soup.
4
Ladle soup into bowls and serve hot, topped with scallions.
Tips & Tricks
Canola oil, avocado oil, rice bran oil and sunflower oil are all good options for this recipe that will add moisture without overtaking the intended flavor of your Chinese chicken and corn soup.
Here’s a hint for making your chicken and corn soup look picture-perfect instead of cloudy: Pour the egg in very slowly and stir very lightly to avoid breaking up those lovely egg ribbons.