Corn Soup

Ingredients

• 1 large chicken, cut into small pieces
• 12 ears of young and tender green corn
• 1 gallon of water
• Salt, to taste
• Pepper, to taste
• Corn flour

Directions

1. In a large pot, boil the chicken in the water until it is tender and easily falls apart (30-45 minutes).
2. Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the pot, shred it, and set it aside.
3. Cut the corn kernels off the cob and add them to the pot. Simmer gently for about an hour.
4. Return the shredded chicken to the pot and season with salt and pepper.
5. In a small bowl, mix corn flour with a little water to create a slurry. Gradually add the slurry to the pot, stirring continuously until the stew thickens to your liking.
6. Remove the pot from heat and serve the chicken and corn stew hot.
7. Optional: Garnish with fresh herbs like chopped parsely or cilantro, if desired.

Source — The Unrivalled Cook-Book
Prepared by Yashodara Ekanayaka
Louisiana Anthology
July 19, 2023