soups

Egg-Flower Soup

September 13, 2009 by Sophie G

Egg-flower soup is a delicious meal on a cold day—or anytime! This soup is easy to make and is a long-time favorite in China as well as in other countries.

The Chinese name for appetizers is dim sum, which means “touch the heart.” In China, these tidbits of food are usually served with tea as mid-morning, afternoon, or late-night snacks rather than before a meal. In Chinese teahouses, which are similar to cafés in other parts of the world, people enjoy gathering to share a pot of tea, a variety of delicious little treats, and long, relaxed conversations. Just a few typical samplings for dim sum are fried wonton, egg rolls, shrimp balls, filled dumplings, and sweet pastries.