Mexican Street Corn Soup 

Here’s a flavorful and comforting recipe for Mexican Street Corn Soup, inspired by the popular Mexican street food known as elote. This soup combines sweet corn, smoky spices, and creamy ingredients to create a hearty dish that's perfect for any occasion.

 Full Recipe:

 Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 small red onion, chopped

• 1 medium jalapeño, seeded and chopped

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 (12 oz.) skinless, boneless chicken breasts

• 1 (12 oz.) package fire-roasted frozen corn (or fresh corn)

• 1 (4 oz.) can diced green chiles

• 1 tablespoon Tajín seasoning

• 2 teaspoons ground cumin

• 2 teaspoons chili powder

• 1/2 teaspoon table salt

• 1/4 teaspoon finely ground black pepper

• 4 cups (32 oz.) chicken stock or low-sodium chicken broth

• 2 cups sour cream (full-fat) or Greek yogurt (full-fat)

• 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

• Juice of one lime

• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

• 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco

• Lime wedges and chopped cilantro for garnish

 Directions

1. Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add chopped red onion and jalapeño, cooking until the onion softens, about 3–4 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

2. Cook Chicken: Add the chicken breasts to the pot, cooking until browned on both sides. Remove the chicken, shred it into bite-sized pieces, and set aside.

3. Combine Ingredients: To the same pot, add the fire-roasted corn, diced green chiles, Tajín, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Pour in the chicken stock and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

4. Add Dairy and Lime: Stir in the sour cream (or Greek yogurt), shredded Monterey Jack cheese, lime juice, and chopped cilantro. Simmer on low for an additional 3 minutes, ensuring the cheese melts and the soup becomes creamy.

5. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with crumbled queso fresco. Garnish with lime wedges and additional chopped cilantro.

 Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 465 kcal

• Protein: 30g

• Carbohydrates: 35g

• Fat: 25g

• Fiber: 4g

• Sodium: Varies based on broth and cheese used