Easy Sweet Corn Soup Recipe

Ingredients

• Sweet Corn Kernels - 2 cups (fresh or frozen)
• Vegetable Broth / Water - 4 cups
• Ginger - 1 inch piece, grated or finely minced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced (optional)
• Green Chili - 1, finely chopped (optional, for a hint of spice)
• Spring Onion Whites - 2 tbsp, finely chopped
• Cornflour (Cornstarch) - 2 tbsp, mixed with 1/4 cup water (slurry)
• Sugar - 1 tsp (or to taste)
• White Pepper Powder - 1/2 tsp (or black pepper)
• Soy Sauce - 1 tsp (optional, for umami)
• Vinegar - 1 tsp (optional, for tanginess)
• Oil - 1 tbsp
• Salt - to taste
• Spring Onion Greens - for garnish

Instructions

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   Step 1: Prepare the Corn. If using fresh corn, remove kernels from the cob. If using frozen, thaw them. Take 1 cup of sweet corn kernels and blend them with 1/2 cup of water to a coarse paste. Keep the remaining 1 cup of corn kernels whole.

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   Step 2: Sauté Aromatics. Heat oil in a large pot or wok over medium heat. Add finely chopped spring onion whites, minced ginger, minced garlic (if using), and green chili (if using). Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

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   Step 3: Cook the Corn. Add the coarsely blended corn paste and the whole sweet corn kernels to the pot. Stir well and sauté for 2-3 minutes. This enhances the corn flavor.

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   Step 4: Add Broth and Season. Pour in the vegetable broth (or water). Add sugar, white pepper powder, soy sauce (if using), and salt to taste. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

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   Step 5: Thicken the Soup. Give the cornflour slurry a quick stir before adding to ensure no lumps. Slowly pour the cornflour slurry into the simmering soup while continuously stirring to prevent lumps. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring, until the soup thickens to your desired consistency. Add vinegar (if using) and mix well.

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   Step 6: Serve Hot. Ladle the hot Sweet Corn Soup into bowls. Garnish generously with chopped spring onion greens. Serve immediately for best taste, perhaps with a side of crispy noodles.