Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh sweet corn kernels or frozen corn
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and diced
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk for a dairy-free option
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
- Optional: crumbled Cotija cheese for added authentic flavor
- Optional: lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Combine the Ingredients: Place the corn kernels, chopped onion, minced garlic, diced jalapeño, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper into your slow cooker.
- Add the Broth: Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, ensuring the ingredients are covered comfortably.
- Slow Cook the Soup: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours until the flavors meld and the corn is tender.
- Blend the Soup: Use an immersion blender directly in the crockpot to blend the soup until smooth, or transfer to a blender in batches, then return to the crockpot.
- Add the Cream: Stir in the heavy cream or coconut milk, mixing well to create a rich, creamy texture.
- Final Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or additional spices as needed.
Notes
- Use fresh corn for the sweetest flavor, but frozen works perfectly in a pinch.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more jalapeños or chili powder for extra heat.
- Top with crispy bacon bits or roasted corn for added texture.
- Experiment with cheeses like queso fresco or Monterey Jack for variation.
- Serve with Mexican rice or a light salad to complement the soup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1â…“ cups)
- Calories: 210 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg