Step 1

I always make this soup with fresh corn cobs. But you can use fresh or frozen corn kernels. If you plan to use canned corn kernels, then move to the step where the corn is blended to a paste.

Step 2

You have the option of cooking the corn cobs in a pan, Instant Pot or a stove top pressure cooker. I list here the method of steaming corn in a pot.

Step 3

Heat 1.5 cups water in a saucepan or pot and let it come to a boil on medium heat.

Step 4

Place a steamer pan or rack inside.

Step 5

Halve or quarter the corn cob and place them on the steamer pan.

Step 6

Cover the saucepan with a lid and steam the sweet corn cobs for 8 to 10 minutes on medium heat.

Step 7

When done remove the corn cobs with the help of pasta tongs and transfer them in a bowl or plate. Let them become warm or cool at right temperature.

Step 8

With a knife carefully remove the corn kernels from the corn cobs. Take out 2 tablespoons of corn kernels and set them aside.

Step 9

In a blender add the remaining steamed corn kernels.

Step 10

Add water and blend to a smooth paste. Set aside.

Step 11

Heat oil in a pan. On low heat sauté the spring onions whites and celery for 2 minutes.

Step 12

Add the ground and blended sweet corn paste and mix well.

Step 13

Next add water or vegetable stock. Mix again and allow the soup to come to a boil on medium-low to medium heat.

Step 14

Now add 2 tablespoons of corn kernels that was set aside earlier. Also season with crushed black pepper and salt. Stir and simmer further for 2 to 3 minutes on low heat.

Step 15

Meanwhile in a small bowl make a smooth paste or slurry of the cornstarch and water.

Step 16

Keeping the heat to a low, add this cornstarch paste to the simmering soup.

Step 17

As soon as you add cornstarch paste, mix it quickly so that it does not start to thicken and form lumps. Mix it with the entire soup mixture. You can use a wired whisk here to mix the cornstarch paste with soup.

Step 18

Continue to simmer for 2 to 3 minutes on low heat until the soup thickens and the cornstarch gets cooked.

Step 19

Check the seasonings and adjust if needed.

Step 20

Pour the sweet corn soup in bowls. Garnish with some chopped spring onions greens or parsley or chives. Add a touch of crushed black pepper.

Step 21

Enjoy the soup as or with a garlic bread or crusty bread.