Best Easy Sugarcane and Carrot Soup Recipe

Sweet sugarcane and carrots simmer into a naturally sweet, refreshing broth. This healthy, vegetarian family soup is a traditional Cantonese cooling drink for hot weather.

Cook 90 min Difficulty EASY 95 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • sugarcane (fresh, peeled and chopped) 2 cups
  • carrots (peeled, cut into chunks) 3 pieces
  • corn (cut into sections) 1 piece
Seasonings/Sauce
  • salt 0.5 tsp
  • water 10 cups
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 21 g 86%
Protein 1 g 4%
Fat 0.5 g 5%
Serving size 320g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Rinse all fresh ingredients under cold water. Peel sugarcane and chop into 2-inch pieces; peel carrots and cut into large chunks; cut corn cob into 3-4 sections.

  2. 2

    Add sugarcane, carrots, and corn into a large stockpot. Pour in 10 cups of water.

  3. 3

    Bring to a rapid boil over high heat, then immediately lower to a simmer and cover with the lid slightly ajar.

  4. 4

    Simmer gently for 90 minutes (1.5 hours), checking water level halfway and topping up if necessary to cover all ingredients.

  5. 5

    After simmering, add salt and taste; adjust seasoning as preferred. Remove from heat, strain the soup, and discard solids. Serve the clear broth warm or cool.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
Sugarcane is the defining ingredient for this soup. Its natural sweetness infuses the broth, creating a refreshing, uniquely Cantonese flavor that pairs harmoniously with carrots and corn.
Q. What are the most important cooking tips for best results?
Bringing the soup to a high boil before lowering to a gentle simmer is crucial—this draws out the sweet flavors without clouding the broth or losing aroma. Simmer with the lid slightly ajar to prevent over-concentration and maintain clarity.
Q. How do I prevent the vegetables from overcooking and the soup from becoming cloudy?
Cutting the carrots and corn into large chunks helps retain their texture during the long simmer. Avoid stirring vigorously, and always maintain a gentle simmer—not a rolling boil—for clear, sweet broth and tender, not mushy, vegetables.
Q. How many calories and how much protein is in one serving?
Each serving contains about 95 kcal and 1 gram of protein, making it a light and healthy soup for any time the weather heats up.
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