For shrimp balls, in a mixing bowl combine egg white, cornstarch, and ginger. Add shrimp; mix well.
In a Dutch oven combine chicken broth, rice wine, pepper, and garlic. Bring to boiling. Add shrimp mixture by rounded teaspoons. Return to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 1 minute.
Add pea pods, carrots, tofu, and green onion. Return to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 5 minutes more or till vegetables are crisp-tender.