While the summer heat is still high in the sky, there is no denying that the gloomy and rainy season is upon us. From looking for recipes that will beat the heat, we will soon turn to those that can warm us up on cool days. In Filipino cuisine, these dishes usually take the form of…
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Published: 31.5.23
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While the summer heat is still high in the sky, there is no denying that the gloomy and rainy season is upon us. From looking for recipes that will beat the heat, we will soon turn to those that can warm us up on cool days. In Filipino cuisine, these dishes usually take the form of soups and stews, of which we have plenty. Despite our generally tropical climate, our food is just the key to staying warm on cold days – even when we don’t have a lot of them. But when they come, we should definitely take advantage, with such delicious and comforting dishes suam na mais!
For many of us, corn is the image of duality. On the one hand, it’s the bright yellow food we snack on during the summer days. But on the other hand, it’s the perfect ingredient for hearty soups that will get you going”Ah” with all the confusion is satisfying! It suam na mais is no different. You and your loved ones will definitely appreciate the way the soup is bursting with the flavor of this sweet and delicious corn. Together with hot pepper leaves or spinach and other ingredients, this is a dish you won’t want to miss!
Suam Na Mais vs Crab and Corn Soup
Corn soups come in many different forms, and are turned to by home cooks looking for easy-to-prepare delicacies. In fact, they are so common that many corn soups have taken canned form; You can buy them at your local supermarket, bring them home, pour them into a pot and heat until they are ready to be enjoyed. One such example is the classic crab and corn soup! A delicious soup originating from American-Chinese cuisine, crab and corn soup consists of corn, egg whites, and crab meat or imitation crab. Some Filipinos also refer to this soup as sopang mais. The mixture of sweet crab and corn with the creamy egg makes every bite of this dish rich and enjoyable.
Suam na mais It’s just like crawfish and corn chowder – but made even better! To begin, we should note that the basis of today’s recipes is, in fact, crab soup and knorr corn. We take this creamy and hearty soup and make it more delicious with the addition of other ingredients. From nutritious spinach, ground pork and shrimp filling, to real white corn kernels, suam na mais It’s like giving an upgrade to the crab and corn soup. And while we know the saying “it ain’t broke, don’t fix it”, why stop now when you can make it even better?
Other soup recipes
Chicken and corn soup
If you choose not to use ground pork or shrimp, you can opt for chicken in this classic corn and chicken soup. The delicious and thick soup is incomplete without chicken stock that gives it a particularly deep flavor, and spices like soy sauce and sesame oil for more dynamism. An amazing combination of salty, sweet and savory awaits you when you follow this simple yet delicious recipe!
Corn soup with quail eggs
Do you like your soup a little creamier? Adding delightful quail eggs to a rich corn soup will definitely do the trick! Similar to egg drop soup, this corn soup with quail eggs can work as a hearty breakfast or even a light but delicious lunch. It has a mixture of sweet corn, chicken broth and scallions that add to the depth of flavor; Definitely not a one-time recipe! same as suam na maisThis easy to make dish is great for beginner cooks who want something simple but still delicious on lazy days.
Corn chowder
Chowder is a soup made thicker due to the presence of milk or cream. For those who want a richer, smoother consistency to their soup, this is the broth they often turn to. This type of soup can take the form of clam chowder, fish chowder – and of course, corn chowder! Sweet and delicious like yours suam na mais, corn chowder slides down your stomach ever so satisfyingly. You can even choose to go the extra mile and serve it in a bread bowl! With prosciutto and cheese, kids will surely love this easy recipe for fun.
How to cook Suam na Mais
Prepare your corn and egg whites
In a cooking pot, heat three tablespoons of cooking oil and fry the garlic and onion. After the latter softens, add in 4 ounces of ground pork. The goal is to get a light to medium brown on your meat, so be sure to sear it for about 2 minutes. Next, add your white corn, and cook it for another 3 minutes.
After you cook yours suam na maisPork and corn, add 8 ounces of chopped shrimp. Cook it for about a minute.
Prepare your hearty and delicious soup
In another bowl, meanwhile, combine the knorr crab and corn soup with four cups of water. Mix it well as you pour it into the cooking pot. Stir and bring to a boil, then continue to cook the soam mais for about 3 minutes. Do not raise your heat above a low or medium setting; The goal is to cook it as slowly and thoroughly as possible!
Final touches and service
The last step in your suam na mais is to add your hot pepper or spinach leaves. After that, season with ground white pepper and fish sauce to taste. Just like that, your dish is finally ready!
Transfer your suam na mais to a bowl, and serve it with rice or even fried pork chops! The contrast of hearty and crispy pork and sweet and filling suam na mais surely makes a perfect pair.
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Suam Na Mais
Filipino corn soup with ground pork and shrimp
Instructions
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Heat oil in a cooking pot. Fry garlic and onion.
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After the onion softens, add the ground pork. Fry it for 2 minutes or until the outside turns a light to medium brown color.
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Add the white corn. Cook it for 3 minutes.
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Put the shrimp in the cooking pot. Fry it for a minute.
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Combine the knorr crab soup and corn soup with water. mix well. Pour the mixture into the cooking pot. Stir and let it boil. Continue to cook over low to medium heat for 3 minutes while stirring.
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Add the hot pepper or spinach leaves and season with ground white pepper and fish sauce.
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Serve hot with rice and combine it with fried pork ribs.
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Share and enjoy!
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Nutritional information
Calories: 1375KKL (sixty nine%) Carbohydrates: 147G (49%) protein: 50G (100%) Fat: 78G (120%) Saturated fat: 14G (70%) Polyunsaturated fat: 19G Unsaturated fat: 41G trans fat: 0.2G Cholesterol: 82mg (27%) sodium: 2129mg (89%) potassium: 3542mg (101%) fiber: 27G (108%) Sugar: 44G (49%) vitamin: 32275IU (646%) Vitamin C: 121mg (147%) calcium: 448mg (45%) iron: 13mg (72%)
