Mexican Street Corn Soup
This Mexican Street Corn Soup is a creamy, flavorful twist on the classic street food favorite. Packed with charred corn, zesty ancho chili, and chipotle seasoning, it’s a perfect balance of spice and creaminess. Topped with fresh cilantro, lime juice, and cotija cheese, this hearty soup is a satisfying vegetarian meal. The addition of sour cream adds richness, while the garlic and broth bring it all together. Serve this soup for a delicious, crowd-pleasing dish that captures the essence of Mexican street corn!
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced (about 1 ½ cups)
6 cups fresh corn kernels (about 8 cobs)
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
½ teaspoon ancho chili powder
½ teaspoon chipotle seasoning
3 teaspoons minced garlic (about 3 cloves)
4 cups vegetable broth
⅔ cup grated cotija cheese
½ cup sour cream
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons lime juice
Instructions:
1. Sauté the Veggies: Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add diced onion, fresh corn kernels, salt, pepper, ancho chili powder, and chipotle seasoning. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the corn becomes slightly charred (about 5-8 minutes).
2. Add Garlic and Broth: Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Pour in the vegetable broth, grated cotija cheese, and sour cream. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring to combine the creamy and zesty flavors.
3. Blend the Soup: Remove 2 cups of corn kernels from the pot and set aside. Blend the remaining soup to a smooth consistency using an immersion blender or a standard blender (be cautious with hot liquids!).
4. Combine and Garnish: Return the blended soup to the pot, mixing in the reserved corn kernels for added texture. Stir in chopped cilantro and lime juice for a fresh, tangy finish.
5. Serve and Enjoy: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with extra cotija cheese, a sprinkle of chili powder, and a lime wedge for garnish.
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This creamy, spicy, and tangy Mexican Street Corn Soup is perfect for cozy dinners or as a flavorful appetizer!
