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Mexican Street Corn Soup Recipe

Mexican Street Corn Soup Recipe
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4.9 from 29 reviews

Indulge in the rich flavors of Mexican street corn with this creamy and hearty soup. Packed with corn, spices, and a touch of lime, it’s a comforting bowl perfect for any time of year.

Ingredients

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Base:

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion (diced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)

Soup:

  • 4 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese
  • juice of 1 lime
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • optional toppings: extra cotija, hot sauce, tortilla strips

Instructions

  1. Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until soft. Stir in garlic.
  2. Cook Corn: Add corn, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook until tender and golden.
  3. Add Broth: Pour in broth, bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Blend and Finish: Remove half of the soup, blend until smooth, then return to pot. Stir in cream, sour cream, cotija, and lime juice. Simmer until heated through.
  5. Adjust Seasoning and Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot topped with cilantro, cotija, hot sauce, or tortilla strips.

Notes

  • For added spice, include diced jalapeño with the onion.
  • To make it dairy-free, use coconut milk and omit cheese or opt for a plant-based alternative.

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