What is the "flower" part of Egg Flower Soup?

Question

I dont think there is actually any "flower" in the soup, so why the strange name?

Answer 1

Egg-Flower Soup

One of the simplest soups to make, egg-flower complements nearly any menu. Once the stock simmers, assembling the soup takes only 30 seconds.

4 cups chicken stock

6 slices fresh ginger

Salt and black pepper, to taste

1/4 cup thinly sliced green onion

1/2 cup fresh or frozen peas

3 eggs, lightly beaten

Add ginger to stock; bring to a boil. When boiling, discard ginger and season stock to taste with salt and pepper. Add green onions and peas. Pour eggs over surface of soup, allow to set for a few seconds, then use long chopsticks to stir briskly, creating tender "egg flowers." Serve immediately, before the eggs toughen. Serves 6 with other dishes.

Answer 2

You're right DSK, there is no actual flower, but, when the egg is beaten in it resembles a chrysanthemum.

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