Smooth, Hearty, and Simple Corn Soup
A savory corn soup made by blending and simmering sweet corn with butter-sautéed onions.
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This is a simple dish made by finely blending butter-sautéed onions and corn with milk, then simmering over low heat. It highlights the savory flavor of corn, making it a satisfying choice when your stomach feels delicate or when you want a light breakfast.
- Servings
- 1–2 servings
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Spiciness
- Not spicy
Ingredients
- Corn1 cup
- Onion1/2
- Milk1 cup
- Water1 cup
- Butter2 tbsp
- Salt1/2 tsp
- Ground black peppera little
- Besides boiled corn, canned corn also works fine.
- 1 cup of corn kernels is about the amount from 1 ear of corn.
- Using chicken broth or chicken bouillon instead of water gives the soup a deeper flavor.
Steps
Prepare 1 cup of corn kernels. This is about the amount from 1 ear of corn. I used boiled corn. Canned corn is fine too.
Thinly slice the onion.
Melt the butter in a heated pan and sauté the onion until translucent.
Add the sautéed onion, corn, water, and milk, then blend until smooth. When I tried blending with only water, it was too thick, so I added the milk as well to blend. Using chicken broth or chicken bouillon instead of water gives the soup a deeper flavor. I did not have any, so I skipped it.
Pour the blended mixture into a pan and bring to a simmer. Stir continuously over low heat so it does not scorch on the bottom.
Once it reaches a pleasantly thick consistency, add salt to taste.
Ppunwife's tips
- Soup tastes best with a hint of ground black pepper.
- You can serve it with cheese or bread to your liking, or stir in a little sugar if you prefer it slightly sweet.
FAQ
Can I use canned corn instead of boiled corn?
Yes, you can make it using canned corn.
How can I give the soup a deeper, richer flavor?
Using chicken broth or chicken bouillon instead of water brings out a much deeper flavor.
How should I stir it so the bottom does not stick or scorch while simmering in the pot?
Keep the heat low and stir the bottom continuously with a spatula as it simmers so it does not burn.
What toppings or accompaniments go well with the finished soup?
To your taste, you can sprinkle on ground black pepper, serve it with cheese or bread, or stir in a touch of sugar if you want some sweetness.
