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Cozy Mexican Street Corn Soup

This comforting Mexican Street Corn Soup combines sweet corn, zesty lime, and savory spices to create a festive and warm meal that's perfect for sharing with loved ones.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned) Sweet corn is the star here! If using fresh, cut those kernels off the cob for extra sweetness.
  • 1 medium onion, diced This gives our soup a flavor base that enhances the sweet notes of corn—like a warm embrace.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced The aromatic scent of garlic sautéing is the stuff that makes a kitchen feel like home.
  • 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth For a flavorful background, feel free to use homemade or store-bought!
  • 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk Adds that luscious creaminess that’ll make your soup feel indulgent—choose coconut milk for a dairy-free option.
Spices & Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder A pinch to ignite the flavor! Adjust according to your heat preference.
  • 1 teaspoon cumin This will add that warm, earthy vibe—like a little dance of flavor on your taste buds!
  • to taste Salt and pepper Essential for enhancing all the wonderful flavors in your soup.
Garnishes
  • Fresh cilantro A pop of fresh, herby flavor that brightens it all up!
  • Lime wedges A squeeze of lime before eating brings out the soup’s flavors beautifully.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In your trusty crockpot, toss in the corn, onion, garlic, broth, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  2. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4 hours.
  3. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the heavy cream or coconut milk.
  4. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup to your desired consistency.
  5. Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

Notes

Don't rush the cooking time; this soup gets better the longer it simmers! Taste as you go and adjust seasonings to your liking. For a chunkier soup, blend just half of it.