Name: Mexican Street Corn Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 4 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 medium onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced; 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth; 1 tsp ground cumin; ½ tsp smoked paprika; Salt and pepper, to taste; 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half; ½ cup crumbled cotija cheese; ¼ cup chopped cilantro; Juice of 1 lime; Chili powder and tortilla strips for garnish

Description

This Mexican Street Corn Soup brings the vibrant flavors of elote (Mexican street corn) into a creamy, comforting soup. Packed with sweet corn, smoky spices, cotija cheese, and a zesty lime finish, it’s the perfect cozy dish for those craving bold Mexican street food flavors in a warm bowl.

Ingredients

4 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
1 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1 tsp ground cumin
½ tsp smoked paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
½ cup crumbled cotija cheese
¼ cup chopped cilantro
Juice of 1 lime
Chili powder and tortilla strips for garnish

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Instructions

Sauté the Aromatics:
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and jalapeño, cooking for another 1-2 minutes.
Add Corn & Spices:
Stir in the corn, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes, letting the spices bloom.
Simmer:
Pour in the broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Blend:
Use an immersion blender to blend the soup, leaving some texture for a creamy yet chunky consistency. If you don’t have an immersion blender, carefully transfer part of the soup to a blender and return it to the pot.
Add Cream & Cheese:
Stir in the heavy cream (or half-and-half), crumbled cotija cheese, chopped cilantro, and lime juice. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
Serve:
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chili powder and tortilla strips for added crunch.

Notes

For a spicier kick, add more jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
Make it vegetarian by using vegetable broth and skipping the cream for a vegan version.
Add protein with shredded chicken or black beans for extra heartiness.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Soup, Comfort Food
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Mexican