Spicy Street Corn Chowder

This Spicy Street Corn Chowder captures the bold and tantalizing flavors of vibrant street food! Creamy, spicy, and addictive, this soup showcases sweet corn and zesty spices that deliver an explosion of joyous flavors in every warm spoonful.

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   Step 1: Heat a large pot over medium heat and add 1 tbsp of vegetable oil; when shimmering, add the diced onion, bell pepper, and jalapeño, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.

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   Step 2: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

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   Step 3: Add the corn kernels to the pot, followed by the ground cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder; toss to coat and let it sauté for about 3 minutes to enhance the flavors.

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   Step 4: Pour in the vegetable broth, bring the mixture to a simmer, and cook for 15 minutes, allowing the soup to thicken.

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   Step 5: Use a ladle to carefully transfer half of the mixture to a blender and blend until smooth; return to the pot for a creamy texture.

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   Step 6: Add the heavy cream, squeeze in the lime juice, and stir everything until well combined; simmer for an additional 5 minutes to marry the flavors.

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   Step 7: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed before serving.

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   Step 8: Serve hot, topped with fresh cilantro, crumbled queso fresco, and extra lime wedges.