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Japanese Corn Potage

Just 3 main ingredients and fresh corn flavor.  You won't miss the flour or cream in this classic Japanese soup.
Course Soup
Cuisine Japanese
Keyword fresh corn soup, simple soup
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings 2
Calories 206kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 ears corn about 4 c of corn kernels
  • 1/2 ea onion diced
  • 2 Tb grassfed butter or vegan butter
  • 2 c water
  • 2 pinches salt

Optional Garnish

  • parsley, basil, or mint fresh or dried

Instructions

  • Shave corn kernels off the cob.
  • Add 2 cups of water and leftover corn cobs to a pot. Simmer for 20-30 minutes covered. Remove corn cobs and set aside.
  • While the corn stock is cooking, heat small saucepan to medium heat. Add butter and onion. Sweat onions with a pinch of salt until translucent, about 4-8 minutes.
  • Add corn kernels to pot and saute for another 2-4 minutes with another pinch of salt. Reserve a couple tablespoons for garnish.
  • Transfer cooked corn to a blender with the corn stock. Blend until completely smooth.
  • Serve hot and top with reserved corn garnish and optional garnish of herbs, fresh chopped or dried. Makes about 3 cups of soup.

Notes

  1. Use fresh corn.  If using frozen corn, add a pinch of sugar.  Avoid canned corn if possible.
  2. Substitute homemade corn stock with vegetable stock.
  3. Use a Vitamix for the smoothest puree.
  4. Take care when blending hot liquids, since the steam can cause the cap to pop off. Hold the top and pulse gently to get the soup started. 
  5. Make ahead up to 1-2 days.  Tastes yummy cold too! 

Nutrition

Calories: 206kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 61mg | Sodium: 1003mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 710IU | Calcium: 15mg