Creamy Sweet Corn Chowder
This Creamy Sweet Corn Chowder is the ultimate comfort food, combining the sweetness of corn with savory flavors of onion and garlic. Perfectly creamy with an optional touch of cream, this dish is ideal for warming up chilly nights. This versatile soup can be made traditionally on the stove or quickly in the microwave for a fast yet satisfying meal. Garnished with fresh chives and crunchy corn chips, it’s both a delight for the eyes and the taste buds.
4
Servings
N/A
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
olive oil
1 tablespoon
onion
1 medium (chopped (150g))
garlic clove
1 (crushed)
chicken stock
4 cups (can be made from cubes)
frozen corn kernels
1 cup
canned creamed corn
310 g
potato
1 medium (chopped coarsely (200g))
cream
1/4 cup (optional)
white pepper
to taste
plain corn chips
50 g (optional, crumbled)
ground black pepper
to taste
fresh chives
2 tablespoons (chopped)
Instructions
1
1. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and crushed garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, until the onion becomes soft and translucent.
2
2. Pour in the chicken stock, creamed corn, and chopped potato. Increase the heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for about 15 minutes or until the potato is tender.
3
3. Remove the pot from heat and blend the soup using an immersion blender or by carefully transferring it to a countertop blender. Blend until smooth. Season the puréed soup with white pepper to taste.
4
4. Return the blended soup to the saucepan. Stir in the frozen corn kernels and optional cream, and gently warm the soup over low heat until the corn is cooked through.
5
5. Serve the chowder in bowls, garnished with crumbled corn chips, a sprinkle of ground black pepper, and fresh chopped chives.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creamy Sweet Corn Chowder?
It is a comfort food dish combining the sweetness of corn with savory flavors of onion and garlic, which can be made on the stove or in the microwave.
What are the main ingredients in this chowder?
The main ingredients include olive oil, onion, garlic, chicken stock, frozen corn, canned creamed corn, potato, and optional cream.
How long should the potato simmer?
The potato should simmer for about 15 minutes or until it is tender.
Can this recipe be prepared in a microwave?
Yes, this versatile soup can be made quickly in the microwave for a fast yet satisfying meal.
What garnishes are suggested for this chowder?
The chowder is garnished with fresh chopped chives, crumbled corn chips, and a sprinkle of ground black pepper.
Is the cream a mandatory ingredient?
No, the cream is an optional touch used to add extra creaminess to the dish.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe yields 4 servings.
What type of oil is used for sautéing?
The recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Can I use chicken stock cubes?
Yes, the 4 cups of chicken stock required can be made from cubes.
How should the garlic be prepared?
The recipe requires 1 garlic clove that has been crushed.
What types of corn are used in this recipe?
The recipe uses both canned creamed corn (310g) and frozen corn kernels (1 cup).
How do I achieve a smooth soup texture?
You can blend the soup using an immersion blender or by transferring it to a countertop blender until it is smooth.
When do I add the frozen corn?
Stir in the frozen corn kernels after the soup has been blended and returned to the saucepan.
What seasoning is added during the blending phase?
White pepper is used to season the puréed soup to taste.
How should the potato be chopped?
The medium potato should be chopped coarsely, which is approximately 200g.
What is the category of this recipe?
This recipe is categorized as a Chowder.
What provides the crunch to the finished dish?
Crumbled plain corn chips provide a crunchy texture to the garnish.
How do I know when the onions are ready?
The onions are ready when they become soft and translucent after being cooked over medium heat.
How much onion is required for this chowder?
The recipe calls for 1 medium chopped onion, roughly 150g.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to heat olive oil and cook the chopped onion and crushed garlic until soft.
Is the soup simmered with a lid on or off?
The soup should be simmered uncovered for about 15 minutes.
When do you add the ground black pepper?
Ground black pepper is added as a garnish just before serving.
How much fresh chives are needed for the garnish?
The recipe suggests 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh chives.
What size can of creamed corn is needed?
A 310g can of creamed corn is required.
Should I boil the mixture before simmering?
Yes, bring the mixture to a boil first, then reduce the heat to low and simmer.
What happens after adding the frozen corn and optional cream?
Gently warm the soup over low heat until the corn is cooked through.
What total weight of potato is recommended?
The recipe recommends approximately 200g of potato.
Is this recipe suitable for chilly nights?
Yes, it is described as ideal for warming up on chilly nights.
How much cream is suggested for the optional step?
The recipe suggests 1/4 cup of cream.
How much corn chips should be used for garnish?
The recipe recommends 50g of crumbled plain corn chips.