Mexican Street Corn Soup: 5 Amazing Creamy Comfort Bowl
Mexican Street Corn Soup is a creamy, flavorful dish inspired by elote, combining sweet corn, spices, and tangy toppings in a comforting bowl.
Ingredients
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4 cups corn kernels
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic
1 jalapeño, chopped
3 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
4 ounces cream cheese
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Juice of 1 lime
1/2 cup cotija cheese
1/4 cup cilantro
1/2 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Heat oil and butter, then cook onion until soft.
- Add garlic and jalapeño and cook briefly.
- Stir in corn and cook for several minutes.
- Add broth and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in cream and cream cheese until smooth.
- Blend part of the soup for texture.
- Add spices and lime juice, then stir well.
- Serve with cheese, sour cream, and cilantro.
Notes
Blend only part of the soup to keep a mix of creamy and chunky texture.