Warm and Silky Crab Meat Soup
Warm and Silky Crab Meat Soup
Perfect for Chilly Days! Heartwarming Crab Meat Soup the Whole Family Will Love
Introducing a recipe for a wonderfully warm and smooth crab meat soup, perfect for melting away the cold winter chill. Enjoy the rich flavors of a high-end Chinese restaurant right in your own home. The addition of enoki mushrooms and eggs makes this soup even more delightful and satisfying.
Essential Ingredients- 1 pack crab meat (approx. 100-150g)
- 1 bag enoki mushrooms
- 2 eggs
- 1 Tbsp fish sauce (or tuna extract)
- 1 bouillon cube
- Generous amount of green onions
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
- 2 Tbsp cornstarch
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s begin the first step to creating this warm crab meat soup. This recipe is designed to be easy for anyone to follow.
Step 2
In a pot, add 1 bouillon cube and 500ml of cold water. Bring it to a boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in 1 tablespoon of fish sauce to enhance the savory depth of the broth.
Step 3
When the broth starts to bubble vigorously, gently add the crab meat. It’s best to add it carefully to prevent it from breaking apart. As the crab meat cooks, its natural sweetness will infuse into the soup.
Step 4
Crack 2 eggs into a bowl. Using chopsticks, gently whisk them until the yolks and whites are well combined. Try to avoid creating too much foam for a smoother texture.
Step 5
Now, slowly drizzle the whisked eggs into the simmering soup. Crucially, do not stir immediately! Let the eggs cook undisturbed, allowing them to form beautiful ‘egg flower’ patterns. This step contributes to the soup’s delicate texture.
Step 6
In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water. Whisk until smooth to create a clear cornstarch slurry. This will help thicken the soup to the desired consistency.
Step 7
Prepare the enoki mushrooms by trimming the base and separating the strands. Add them to the pot. Finely chop the green onions. Gradually pour in the cornstarch slurry while stirring the soup continuously to prevent lumps and achieve your desired thickness. Once the soup has thickened, add the chopped green onions and simmer for another moment. Season with salt and pepper to taste, if desired.
Step 8
Your warm and silky crab meat soup is ready! Ladle the steaming soup into bowls and enjoy this comforting dish. It’s also incredibly delicious served over rice!
