Description
A creamy and comforting soup inspired by the vibrant flavors of elote, perfect for chilly nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
- Chopped cilantro for garnish
- Cotija cheese for topping
Instructions
- Sauté the onion and garlic until soft, letting the aromatic warmth fill your kitchen.
- Add the corn, vegetable broth, cumin, chili powder, and season with salt and pepper, stirring until everything is blended and fragrant.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and lime juice, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
- Blend the soup until smooth or leave it chunky, depending on your preference for texture.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and a sprinkle of Cotija cheese.
Notes
Make ahead for deeper flavor; store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg