Sütlü Mısır Çorbası

Sütlü Mısır Çorbası is a creamy and comforting Turkish corn soup, perfect for warming up on a chilly day. This healthy dish combines sweet corn with milk and spices for a delightful blend of flavors.

Ingredients

• Sweet corn (fresh or frozen) - 200 grams
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Butter - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Milk - 500 milliliters
• Vegetable broth - 250 milliliters
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. In a medium pot, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Stir in the sweet corn and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Cook for 10 minutes.
5. Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth. If you prefer a chunkier texture, blend only half of the soup.
6. Stir in the milk, paprika, salt, and black pepper, and return to a gentle heat for another 5 minutes.
7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 20 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from corn, which may help reduce inflammation.
• Provides a good source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin B6 and magnesium.

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