Brazilian recipe
Homemade savoury corn tamales with cheese (Pamonha salgada)
Learn how to make a creamy, savoury corn treat using fresh corn and cheese—a comforting classic that's easier to prepare than you might think.
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Ingredients
12 fresh corn cobs, husks reserved and cleaned
2 teaspoons salt
3 tablespoons grated Minas cheese or parmesan
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 cup full cream milk
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
2 teaspoons salt
3 tablespoons grated Minas cheese or parmesan
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 cup full cream milk
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
Where to find ingredients
Find fresh corn cobs at your local greengrocer or farmers' market. For the cheese, use a local fresh curd cheese as a substitute for the traditional Minas cheese, or a sharp parmesan for a saltier kick. Kitchen twine is available in the hardware or kitchenware aisle of any major supermarket.
Preparation method
- Carefully peel the husks from the corn, keeping several intact for the wrapping stage
- Cut the corn kernels off the cobs using a sharp knife
- Place the kernels into a blender and pulse until a coarse paste forms
- Add the milk to the corn mixture and blitz again until completely smooth
- Strain the mixture through a coarse sieve to remove any tough fibres and achieve a velvety batter
- Pour the strained cream into a bowl and stir in the salt, sugar, and grated cheese
- Wash the reserved husks thoroughly under running water
- Shape small pouches using the husks to create individual portions
- Fill each pouch with the corn batter, folding the ends securely and tying them with kitchen twine
- Place the pamonhas into a large pot of boiling water
- Boil for approximately 10 minutes until they have set and firm up
- Remove the pamonhas from the water, drain well, and serve while warm or at room temperature
Observations
The savoury pamonha is a quintessential Brazilian delicacy that perfectly balances the sweetness of fresh corn with the savoury punch of cheese. This traditional recipe is straightforward to pull together, resulting in a creamy and flavour-packed parcel that is perfect for sharing. The secret to success lies in selecting good quality corn husks and being meticulous when blending, which ensures a smooth texture and that unmistakable aroma of freshly cooked corn.
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