Healthy Corn and Crab Soup

6 servings

30 minutes

Healthy corn and crab soup is an exquisite dish of Pan-Asian cuisine that combines the tenderness of crab meat with the sweetness of fresh corn kernels. This soup embodies the harmony of marine and plant ingredients, creating a rich yet light flavor. Its history begins in the culinary traditions of East Asian countries, where crabs are highly valued for their delicate texture. The combination of cream and chicken broth gives the soup softness and richness, while the addition of celery and pepper adds a hint of spiciness. This soup not only warms but also nourishes, remaining a healthy choice for balanced nutrition. It is perfect for dinner or a festive table, complementing it with its exquisite creamy consistency and depth of flavor.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 212
• Proteins: 10.3g
• Fats: 11.1g
• Carbohydrates: 17.6g

Ingredients

• Butter: 1 tbsp
• Olive oil: 1 tbsp
• Onion: 1 pc
• Black peppercorns: 1 pc
• Celery stalk: 2 pc
• Garlic: 1 clove
• Wheat flour: 2 tbsp
• Chicken broth: 1 l
• Crab meat: 450 g
• Fresh corn kernels: 28 g
• Milk: 0.5 glass
• Cream: 0.5 glass

Cooking steps

1. Sauté onion, celery, and pepper in vegetable oil until they soften.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 1 piece
   • Celery stalk: 2 pieces
   • Olive oil: 1 tablespoon

2. Add garlic closer to the end so it doesn't burn.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 1 clove

3. Add flour and cook, stirring constantly, until it colors slightly.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 2 tablespoons

4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a boil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken broth: 1 l

5. Add salt, pepper, and crab sauce.

   Required ingredients:

   • Black peppercorns: 1 piece

6. Add crab meat and cook until done.

   Required ingredients:

   • Crab meat: 450 g