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Prep Time10 minutes
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Cook Time30 minutes
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Serv SizeYield 4-6 servings
A cozy, hearty soup bursting with amazing flavors—featuring sweet corn, bold Mexican spices, a rich and delicious broth, and a sprinkle of queso fresco cheese.
Ingredients
For Soup
For Toppings (optional)
Directions
Street food in a bowl, this Mexican Street Corn Soup is packed with corn, sautéed onions, and smoky Anaheim peppers, making it irresistibly bold. With the heat of chili powder, the brightness of lime, and the creamy touch of queso fresco, this soup is simply delightful. And let's not forget the pasta—orecchiette are like tiny bowls all on their own!
Stem, seed, and dice an Anaheim pepper, and finely dice 1 1/2 cups of yellow onion.
In a large pot, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Once melted, stir in diced Anaheim pepper and diced onions.
Bring another pot of salted water to a boil for the orecchiette pasta. Cook according to the packaging directions.
Next, add 3 cloves of minced garlic to the soup pot and stir for 1-2 minutes.
Stir in 1 tablespoon of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of Mexican oregano. Cook for 1–2 minutes, allowing the spices to become fragrant. Sprinkle in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and stir until fully incorporated. Continue cooking for another 2 minutes, until a thick, flavorful roux forms.
Next, add 4 cups of chicken broth and 1 tablespoon of lime juice, stirring until well combined.
Stir in 2 cans of drained corn.
Pour in 1¼ cups of heavy cream and bring the soup to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally as the soup thickens. Season with salt and pepper to your taste. Just before serving, fold in the drained cooked pasta and stir in ¾ cup of queso fresco.
Serve (optional) with a sprinkle of chili powder, chili lime salt, queso fresco, chopped cilantro, and jalapeño slices.
Enjoy!
Conclusion
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