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Mexican Street Corn Soup

Bowl of Mexican Street Corn Soup
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This creamy Mexican Street Corn Soup captures all the vibrant flavors of elote in a comforting bowl. Grilled corn, smoky spices, and a touch of lime make this soup a delicious and easy weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears of corn, husks removed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup milk or cream (optional, for extra creaminess)
  • 1/4 cup cotija cheese, crumbled, plus more for garnish
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped, plus more for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice, plus lime wedges for serving
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: Tajin seasoning for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill corn until kernels are lightly charred, about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally. Let cool slightly, then cut kernels off the cob.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Add grilled corn kernels and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  4. If desired, use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup, leaving some chunks of corn for texture. Alternatively, you can transfer about 2 cups of the soup to a blender and blend until smooth, then return it to the pot.
  5. Stir in milk or cream (if using), cotija cheese, cilantro, mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, and cumin. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Heat through gently. Do not boil.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with additional cotija cheese, cilantro, a sprinkle of Tajin (optional), and a lime wedge.

Notes

For a spicier soup, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a finely chopped jalapeño to the pot along with the onion and bell pepper. You can also grill the lime wedges for a more intense flavor.

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