Corn Chowder Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
50 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
481 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Soup
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Cuisine
American
Corn Chowder Recipe
Description
The chowder begins by roasting corn on the cob and peeling off the kernels. The cobs simmer in chicken stock to infuse flavor, then the mixture is pureed to form a corn-infused broth. Diced bacon is rendered until crisp, and the fat is used to sauté yellow onion, roasted poblano and red peppers, celery, and diced potatoes until softened.
Remaining corn kernels add fresh texture before flour is incorporated to thicken the chowder. Tequila deglazes the pot, and the pureed corn broth is added back to form a smooth base. The chowder simmers until thickened and potatoes become fork tender. Fresh minced cilantro and oregano add herbaceous notes, and lime juice brightens the flavor. Cream enriches the chowder’s texture while additional crumbled bacon and cotija cheese serve as garnishes.
This chowder offers a balance of smoky roasted vegetables and crispy bacon with creamy and tangy elements, suitable as a comforting starter or light main dish. Proper roasting of corn and peppers is key to developing the depth of flavor.
The soup can be prepared up to three days ahead, with cream added at serving and reheated gently to preserve texture. Char corn by broiling and roasting peppers under a broiler before peeling for best results.
Ingredients
- 3 corn fresh, roasted, kernels removed from cob
- 1 quart chicken stock or chicken broth, unsalted
- 8 lices Bacon diced
- 1 yellow onion medium, diced
- 2 poblano pepper roasted, diced
- 1 red bell pepper roasted, diced
- 2 celery rib, diced
- 6 potato or 2 Yukon gold potatoes, baby new, diced
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup tequila gold
- ½ bunch cilantro minced
- 1 tablespoon oregano minced
- 1 lime juiced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
garnishes
- 6 tablespoons cotija cheese crumbled
- lime wedges
- Bacon crumbled
- cilantro leaves
Instructions
- Place ½ corn kernels plus all cobs into a pot with the stock and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Discard cobs. Puree kernels and stock in a blender until smooth. Set aside.
- Place pot back on stove over medium heat and render bacon, about 5 minutes. Remove from pot and drain onto paper towels.
- Drain all but 3 tablespoon grease from pot. Add onions, roasted peppers, celery, and potatoes. Sauté for 5 to 7 minutes or until the vegetables begin to sweat and soften.
- Stir in remaining corn kernels and season with salt and pepper.
- Sprinkle flour over vegetables and stir together. Cook mixture, about 3 minutes. Continue to stir while adding tequila to deglaze.
- Stir corn infused stock into vegetable mixture until fully incorporated and no flour lumps remain. Allow mixture to come to a hard simmer, about 10 minutes, or until the mixture thickens and potatoes are fork tender. Season with salt and pepper and stir.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low and stir in herbs, half the cooked bacon and lime juice.
- Remove from heat and stir in the cream and adjust seasonings. Top with a sprinkle of cotija cheese, remaining bacon, cilantro leaves. Serve with extra lime wedges.
Notes
- Char corn by broiling and turning to lightly blacken each side before slicing kernels.
- Roast peppers under broiler until fully blackened, then steam under a damp towel to loosen skin, peel, seed, and dice.
- Prepare chowder up to three days ahead and refrigerate; add cream only before reheating.
- Reheat gently over medium heat, stirring to prevent scorching and to thicken slightly.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 481 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 481kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 44g | 15% |
| Protein | 16g | 32% |
| Fat | 26g | 40% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Cholesterol | 66mg | 22% |
| Sodium | 635mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 847mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 1463IU | 29% |
| Vitamin C | 78mg | 87% |
| Calcium | 141mg | 14% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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