Instructions

  1. Place the canned corn, 500ml (slightly more than 2 cups) of water and the crumbled chicken stock cube in a large pan over medium heat.
  2. Sprinkle in the five-spice powder and chillies; mix everything together with wooden spoon/spatula, then bring to boil.
  3. Stir in cornstarch mixture, continue stirring until soup thickens.
  4. Add chopped scallions (reserving a few TB) and chicken, continue to cook for several minutes.
  5. Turn down the heat to a gentle simmer, slowly drizzle in the beaten egg, stirring the soup continuously.
  6. Ladle soup into serving bowls, top with remaining chopped scallions and drizzle with a little sesame oil; serve immediately.