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Mexican Street Corn Soup

Creamy Mexican Street Corn Soup Recipe You'll Love

Enjoy this comforting Mexican Street Corn Soup that pairs sweet corn and crispy bacon with zesty spices for a delightful meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 4 cups Sweet Corn fresh or frozen
  • 6 slices Bacon can be omitted for vegetarian
  • 1 cup Cotija Cheese or feta for substitute
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro omit if not a fan
  • 1 medium Onion or shallots for milder taste
  • 2 cloves Garlic fresh preferred
  • 4 cups Chicken or Vegetable Broth vegetable for vegan version
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or coconut milk for dairy-free
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice or lemon juice as substitute
  • 1-2 teaspoons Chili Powder for heat, adjust to taste
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
For Toppings
  • 4 slices Crispy Bacon for serving
  • 1/2 cup Cotija Cheese for topping
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Immersion blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, over medium heat, cook diced bacon until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
  2. In the same pot with bacon drippings, add chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Stir in sweet corn, cooking for an additional 3-5 minutes.
  4. Pour in broth, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cook for about 10 minutes.
  5. Blend half of the soup until creamy using an immersion blender.
  6. Stir in heavy cream, lime juice, and chili powder. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Ladle the warm soup into bowls and top with crispy bacon, cotija cheese, and cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This soup is gluten-free and can be easily adjusted for spice levels. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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