Vegan Corn Chowder (Coconut Milk)
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Vegan Corn Chowder (Coconut Milk)
Description
The recipe starts by sautéing garlic, ginger, onion, and turmeric in oil to build an aromatic base. Fresh corn kernels and reserved corn cobs are added to a mixture of coconut milk and water, creating a creamy and lightly spiced broth. The mixture simmers gently to develop corn flavor and extract starch from the cobs for a naturally creamy texture without dairy.
Basil and lime juice added at the end brighten the soup with herbal and citrus notes. This vegan chowder offers smooth creaminess balanced by the freshness of ginger and lime, and subtle heat from cayenne pepper or black pepper if desired.
This versatile soup can be enjoyed warm or cooled, making it suitable for warm or mild weather. Using fresh corn is recommended for optimal flavor, and incorporating the cobs preserves ingredients and enhances creaminess.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon of oil
- 3 cloves garlic chopped
- ½ yellow onion chopped
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric powdered
- 1 inch ginger peeled & chopped, fresh
- 2 ears corn save the cobs, de-kerneled
- 1 can of coconut milk
- 2-3 cups of water as needed
- ½ teaspoon sugar
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper as desired, or black pepper
- 2 Tablespoons basil chopped (Thai basil if available
- lime juice roughly 1 to 2 teaspoons, juice of 2 limes
Instructions
- In a medium pot, heat oil and add garlic, ginger, onion, and turmeric. Saute for 2 to 3 minutes, until aromatic and browning slightly.
- Add corn kernels, corn cobs, coconut milk, water, sugar, salt, and pepper to the pot.
- Cook on medium-low heat for 30 minutes, simmering gently. Add water as needed.
- Add chopped basil and lime juice. Stir well. Taste, and adjust salt and pepper as necessary. Will be aromatic and delicious. Serve hot, at room temperature, or cold.
Notes
- Use fresh corn and save corn cobs to simmer in soup for added flavor and natural creaminess.
- The chowder is enjoyable served hot, at room temperature, or cold.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 478 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 478kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 48g | 74% |
| Saturated Fat | 37g | 185% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Sodium | 914mg | 38% |
| Potassium | 578mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 150IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 19mg | 21% |
| Calcium | 69mg | 7% |
| Iron | 7mg | 39% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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