Sweet Corn Soup

Warm up with a comforting bowl of Sweet Corn Soup, a velvety blend of fresh sweet corn, fragrant aromatics, and creamy milk, all elevated by a hint of soy sauce for an umami kick. This easy-to-make, one-pot recipe uses simple ingredients like diced potato and vegetable broth to create a smooth and hearty soup that’s both satisfying and nutritious. Thickened with a light cornstarch slurry and garnished with fresh spring onions, this dish is perfect as an appetizer or a light meal. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknight dinners or when you’re in the mood for something cozy and flavorful. Serve piping hot and enjoy the irresistible sweetness and depth of flavor packed into every spoonful.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups fresh sweet corn kernels
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 medium, chopped onion
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon, grated ginger
• 1 medium, peeled and diced potato
• 1 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish) spring onions
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water

Directions

Step 1

Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until the onions are translucent and fragrant.

Step 3

Add the diced potato and continue to sauté for another 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the sweet corn kernels and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 5

Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and let it cook for about 15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.

Step 6

Use an immersion blender to carefully blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, you can blend the soup in batches using a countertop blender, then return it to the pot.

Step 7

Stir in the milk, salt, black pepper, and soy sauce. Bring the soup back to a gentle simmer.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry.

Step 9

Gradually stir the cornstarch slurry into the soup to thicken it slightly. Allow it to cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly.

Step 10

Adjust the seasoning to taste with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 11

Once done, ladle the soup into bowls.

Step 12

Garnish with chopped spring onions before serving. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2189.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1518.3

Total Fat 51.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.7g
Cholesterol 92.3mg	0%
Sodium 5763.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 241.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.6g	0%
Total Sugars 73.6g
Protein 51.4g	0%

Vitamin D 111.8IU	0%
Calcium 526.4mg	0%
Iron 9.4mg	0%
Potassium 4636.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.3%

Protein: 12.6%

Carbs: 59.1%