Elote Corn Soup 🌽

Elote Corn Soup 🌽

Ingredients

3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

5 cloves garlic, minced

6 c. corn kernels (from about 8 ears)

Kosher salt

2 c. low-sodium chicken

1/2 tsp. chili powder

1/2 tsp. dried oregano

1/4 tsp. ground cumin

2 tbsp. heavy cream

1 tsp. finely grated lime zest, plus 4 tbsp. fresh lime juice, divided

1/2 c. crumbled cotija cheese

2 tbsp. finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves

Freshly ground black pepper

1/3 c. Mexican crema or sour cream

Sweet paprika, for garnish

Sliced jalapeño, for garnish

Directions

Step 1

Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high. Add garlic and cook, stirring, until garlic is fragrant and light golden, 1 to 2 minutes. Add corn and ½ teaspoon salt and cook, stirring frequently, until corn is bright and crisp tender, about 3 minutes. Transfer 1½ cups of the corn to a medium heatproof bowl; set aside.

Step 2

Add broth, chili powder, oregano, cumin, and ¼ teaspoon salt to saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, partially covered, until corn is tender and flavors meld, about 10 minutes.

Remove from the heat and let cool slightly. Step 3

Working in batches, if necessary, transfer the soup to a blender and carefully puree until smooth, about 30 seconds. Return soup to pot and stir in heavy cream and 3 tablespoons lime juice. Rewarm soup over medium, if necessary, and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 4

Combine reserved corn mixture with lime zest, remaining 1 tablespoon lime juice, cotija, cilantro, and ¼ teaspoon each salt and pepper.

Step 5

Ladle soup into bowls and top with spoonfuls of corn mixture. Drizzle with crema, sprinkle with paprika, and top with jalapeño. #elotecornsoup #cornsoup #elote #soup #corn #fyp #foodie #foodtiktok #homecook #homecooking #homecooked #cook #cooking