Brazilian recipe
Homemade Savory Pamonha: Authentic Brazilian Corn Tamales
Master the art of making authentic savory pamonha, featuring a creamy corn base and melty cheese filling—a comforting Brazilian classic.
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Ingredients
12 ears of corn with husks
2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon margarine
1 cup milk
3 tablespoons Minas cheese or grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon margarine
1 cup milk
3 tablespoons Minas cheese or grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon sugar
Where to find ingredients
Corn can be found at most supermarkets and local markets.
Salt, sugar, milk, and margarine are common household staples available in any grocery store.
Minas cheese or Parmesan cheese can be purchased at dairy sections of supermarkets or specialty cheese shops.
Salt, sugar, milk, and margarine are common household staples available in any grocery store.
Minas cheese or Parmesan cheese can be purchased at dairy sections of supermarkets or specialty cheese shops.
Preparation method
- Carefully remove the husks from the corn ears
- Reserve the prettiest, whole husks for making the wrappers
- Cut the corn kernels off the ears using a sharp knife
- Place the kernels in a blender and process well until you have a mashed mixture
- Add the milk to the blended corn and process again until the mixture is smooth
- Pass this cream through a coarse sieve to remove excess fiber
- Transfer the strained cream to a bowl
- Incorporate the salt, sugar, and grated cheese into the mixture, stirring well
- Wash the reserved husks under running water
- Shape small wrappers (pouches) with the husks
- Distribute the corn cream inside each husk pouch
- Close the pamonhas by folding the ends and tie them firmly with kitchen twine
- Cook the pamonhas in a pot of boiling water
- Let them cook for approximately 10 minutes
- Remove from the water, let drain, and serve hot or at room temperature
Observations
This recipe brings back the taste of Brazilian rural traditions. Made with fresh corn, savory pamonha is a practical, nutritious delicacy perfect for sharing on any occasion. The secret lies in the careful preparation of the husks, which ensure ideal cooking and that unmistakable aroma of cooked corn.
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