South African Mealie Corn Soup

Mealie means corn in South Africa. Corn soup recipe is easy. It’s one of the delicious meals found in South Africa.

2 medium tomatoes, chopped

4 tablespoons butter

1 medium onion, finely chopped

2 cups frozen corn, thawed

3 cups chicken broth 

2 (14 ounce) cans creamed corn

1 (12 ounce) can fat-free evaporated milk 

1⁄2-1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon black pepper 

In a large saucepan, melt the butter over moderate heat. 

Add the onions and sauté for 5 minutes. 

Stir in the tomatoes and cook for about 5 more minutes. 

Add the corn, creamed corn milk, chicken broth, salt, and pepper.  Simmer for about 15 minutes.

Garnish with fried pancetta if you want.