How to Make Authentic Oaxacan Sopa de Guías

Ingredients

• 1 pound squash vine shoots (guías), cleaned and cut into 2-inch pieces
• 15 squash blossoms, stamens removed and roughly chopped
• 2 small zucchini or Mexican squash, diced
• 2 ears of corn, cut into 1-inch rounds
• 1 medium white onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and diced (optional)
• 6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 1/4 cup masa harina mixed with 1/2 cup water
• 2 tsps vegetable oil
• 1 tsp dried epazote (or oregano if unavailable)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 lime, cut into wedges (for serving)
• 1/4 cup queso fresco, crumbled (for serving)