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Soup De Maiz (Mexican Corn Soup)

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Navigating the chilly season, I’ve made a lot of soups. From a spicy moose chili to a hearty pork neck bone soup, I have explored a wide range of flavors and textures to keep us warm and satisfied during the winter season.

I was eager to experiment with something new, so I started to do some research. And guess what? I believe I’ve created an incredible recipe for soup de maiz.

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Follow along to learn how to cook this delicious authentic Mexican soup that is bursting with flavor and requires minimal preparation time.

Creamy soup de maiz in a small bowl with a brown rim and a bronze spoon.

The Best Soup De Maiz Recipe

I have a love for Mexican food, everything and anything from tacos to burritos. So when I discovered this Mexican soup, I was thrilled to give it a try.

This soup can be compared to tortilla soup with its Mexican-inspired flavors and potato soup creaminess.

Ingredients

  • Spices. I like to use a lot of spices and herbs to flavor my soups. My go-to’s are chili powder, ground cumin, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
  • Broth. I love a good creamy soup broth, and to achieve that perfect texture, I use chicken broth, heavy whipping cream, and freshly squeezed lime juice.
  • Vegetables. You need frozen corn, onion, garlic, and a chunk of butter for sauteing. (You can use fresh corn, but its impossible to find it this time of year where I live)

Soup De Maiz Instructions

Step 1: Start by melting the butter, then proceed to sauté the onions until they are soft, which should take about 5-7 minutes.

Stirring the onions while they cook in a dutch oven.

Step 2: Add the garlic, chili powder, cumin and oregano, and give it a good stir to fully incorporate with the onions.

Onions carnalizing in a white pot with a blue rim.

Step 3: Add the chicken broth and corn and bring it to a boil (about 10 minutes).

Top tip: You can use any broth you have on hand. Pork broth and beef broth are both great options.

A white dutch oven filled with sauted onions, corn, seasoning and chicken  broth.

Step 4: Add your salt and pepper.

Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in the heaving whipping cream. 

Adding heavy whipping cream to the soup de maiz.

Step 6: Transfer 2½ cups of the soup to a blender and purée until smooth. Stir the puréed soup back into the pot of remaining soup.

Top tip: Puree the soup longer for a richer, creamier texture.

Step 7: Squeeze in your fresh lime juice and serve immediately. 

Mexican corn soup in a bowl with a spoon with a towel in the background.

Can I use fresh corn instead of frozen?

Yes, you sure can. Depending on the size of the corn on the cob, you need about 4 or 5 to yield the same amount as two bags of frozen corn. If you prefer freshly harvested corn this can be a great alternative.

How can I make this more filling for my family?

Adding a cup of rice is a cost-effective way to stretch the dish to feed a hungry crowd. The combination of corn with the fluffy rice creates a mouthwatering and comforting dish that will leave everyone asking for seconds.

So, whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply looking to make a hearty meal for your family, don’t hesitate to add that cup of cooked rice to take this recipe to the next level.

A hot bowl of soup de maiz topped with cilantro sitting on a towel.

Enjoy Making Soup De Maiz

This warm and comforting soup is perfect for those chilly winter days. Give my recipe a try today and share your enjoyment in the comments below.

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Soup De Maiz (Mexican Corn Soup)

Laura Ascher
Follow along to learn how to cook this delicious authentic Mexican soup that is bursting with flavor and requires minimal preparation time.
5 from 4 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Course Main Dishes
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6
Calories 1786 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 3 Tablespoons butter
  • 1 yellow onion chopped (about 1 cup)
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon each of chili powder and ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 20 oz frozen corn 2 10 oz packages
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice freshly squeezed

Instructions
 

  • Start by melting the butter, then proceed to sauté the onions until they are soft, which should take about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add the garlic, chili powder, cumin and oregano, and give it a good stir to fully incorporate with the onions.
  • Add the chicken broth and corn and bring it to a boil (about 10 minutes).
  • Add your salt and pepper, then remove the pot from the heat and stir in the heaving whipping cream. 
  • Transfer 2½ cups of the soup to a blender and purée until smooth. Stir the puréed soup back into the pot of remaining soup.
  • Squeeze in your fresh lime juice and serve immediately. 

Notes

To add some heartiness, you can add a cup of cooked rice to the soup.

Nutrition

Serving: 6ozCalories: 1786kcalCarbohydrates: 159gProtein: 34gFat: 127gSaturated Fat: 77gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 32gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 378mgSodium: 6182mgPotassium: 2300mgFiber: 18gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 4606IUVitamin C: 58mgCalcium: 277mgIron: 5mg
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