Description
Corn chowder with chilies is a comforting, creamy delight that warms the soul on chilly evenings. This flavorful blend combines sweet corn and zesty chilies, creating a satisfying dish that’s perfect for cozy dinners or potlucks. Easy to prepare, this chowder invites creativity with optional toppings and variations, making it a family favorite that brings everyone together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh corn kernels (about 6 ears of corn)
- 2 medium jalapeños, diced
- 1 large sweet onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or milk for a lighter option)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Prep ingredients: Shuck corn, dice jalapeños and onion, and mince garlic.
- 2. Sauté: In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter. Add onions and garlic; cook until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- 3. Combine: Stir in corn and chilies; cook until softened.
- 4. Simmer: Pour in vegetable broth and let simmer for 10-15 minutes to meld flavors.
- 5. Cream it up: Reduce heat, stir in heavy cream gradually.
- 6. Season: Adjust seasoning with cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to your taste.
- 7. Serve hot with crispy bread rolls or fresh herbs as garnish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: - For added heartiness, consider adding diced potatoes or bacon. - To enhance flavor, use fresh ingredients whenever possible.