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Mexican Street Corn Soup

Mexican Street Corn Soup: Cozy Comfort in Every Spoonful

Experience the flavors of Mexican Street Corn Soup, a cozy bowl of comfort. Perfect for those seeking a taste of elote.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can be substituted with avocado oil or butter
  • 1 medium Red Onion can use yellow onion as a substitute
  • 1 medium Jalapeño reduce spiciness or substitute with bell pepper
  • 3 cloves Garlic or garlic powder in a pinch
  • 2 medium Chicken Breasts can be substituted with rotisserie chicken
  • 2 cups Fire-Roasted Corn fresh corn can be grilled and used
  • 1 can Diced Green Chiles can be omitted for a milder soup
  • 1 teaspoon Tajín Seasoning substitute with chili powder and lime zest
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin can be omitted if unavailable
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder adjust to taste or omit
  • to taste Table Salt adjust according to dietary needs
  • to taste Black Pepper can substitute with white pepper
For the Broth and Creaminess
  • 4 cups Chicken Stock vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • ½ cup Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt can replace with dairy-free options like cashew cream
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese any melting cheese can substitute
For the Finishing Touches
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice can substitute with lemon juice
  • to taste Cilantro parsley can be used as a substitute
  • to taste Queso Fresco feta cheese can be a close substitute

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add 1 diced red onion and 1 chopped jalapeño. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  2. Stir in 3 cloves of minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, then remove from heat.
  3. Incorporate 2 cooked and shredded chicken breasts, 2 cups of fire-roasted corn, and 1 can of diced green chiles. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of Tajín seasoning, ½ teaspoon of ground cumin, 1 teaspoon of chili powder, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix well.
  4. Pour in 4 cups of chicken stock and bring to a rolling boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 25 minutes.
  5. Carefully remove the chicken from the pot and shred with two forks. Return shredded chicken to the pot and stir.
  6. Lower the heat and add ½ cup of sour cream or Greek yogurt and 1 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese. Stir until the cheese melts and the soup becomes creamy.
  7. Ladle the soup into bowls and top each serving with crumbled queso fresco, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 20gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best flavor, use fresh or fire-roasted corn. Adjust spice levels to your preference. Store toppings separately until serving for best texture.

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