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Traditional Homemade Sweet Corn and Coconut Pamonha (Pamonha)

Learn how to make authentic homemade pamonha using fresh sweet corn, grated coconut, and sugar. A classic treat perfect for traditional desserts.

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Traditional Homemade Sweet Corn and Coconut Pamonha (Pamonha)

Ingredients

1 pinch of salt
1 cup of water (approx. 200 ml)
12 fresh sweet corn cobs with husks
1 cup of finely grated coconut (approx. 100 g)
2 cups of sugar (approx. 400 g)

Where to find ingredients

You can find fresh sweet corn in the produce section of local markets or grocery stores. Ensure you select cobs with intact husks to use as wrappers. Use desiccated or fresh finely grated coconut available in the baking aisle, and standard white granulated sugar.

Preparation method

  1. Remove the corn kernels from the cobs by cutting or scraping them close to the cob.
  2. Blend the kernels with the water in a food processor or blender until the mixture is smooth.
  3. Stir in the grated coconut and sugar until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
  4. Take a portion of the batter and wrap it carefully in the corn husk to form a tightly sealed cylinder.
  5. Tie the ends securely using a strip of husk or kitchen twine.
  6. Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
  7. Once the water is at a rolling boil, gently place the pamonhas into the pot one by one.
  8. Ensure the water remains at a rolling boil when adding the pamonhas to prevent them from breaking apart.
  9. Cook for approximately 40 minutes, using a skimmer to carefully remove the pamonhas from the boiling water.
  10. Let the pamonhas cool down in a cool place before serving.

Observations

Pamonha is a traditional Brazilian delicacy prepared with fresh sweet corn, grated coconut, and sugar, carefully wrapped in corn husks. This recipe is straightforward, resulting in a comforting dessert or snack that highlights the natural sweetness of corn combined with the tropical aroma of coconut. Preparing it at home allows you to enjoy that soft, authentic texture that defines this timeless treat.
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Preparation method

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Step 1

Remove the corn kernels from the cobs by cutting or scraping them close to the cob.

Remove the corn kernels from the cobs by cutting or scraping them close to the cob.
Step 2

Blend the kernels with the water in a food processor or blender until the mixture is smooth.

Blend the kernels with the water in a food processor or blender until the mixture is smooth.
Step 3

Stir in the grated coconut and sugar until the ingredients are fully incorporated.

Stir in the grated coconut and sugar until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
Step 4

Take a portion of the batter and wrap it carefully in the corn husk to form a tightly sealed cylinder.

Take a portion of the batter and wrap it carefully in the corn husk to form a tightly sealed cylinder.
Step 5

Tie the ends securely using a strip of husk or kitchen twine.

Tie the ends securely using a strip of husk or kitchen twine.
Step 6

Bring a large pot of water to a boil.

Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
Step 7

Once the water is at a rolling boil, gently place the pamonhas into the pot one by one.

Once the water is at a rolling boil, gently place the pamonhas into the pot one by one.
Step 8

Ensure the water remains at a rolling boil when adding the pamonhas to prevent them from breaking apart.

Ensure the water remains at a rolling boil when adding the pamonhas to prevent them from breaking apart.
Step 9

Cook for approximately 40 minutes, using a skimmer to carefully remove the pamonhas from the boiling water.

Cook for approximately 40 minutes, using a skimmer to carefully remove the pamonhas from the boiling water.
Step 10

Let the pamonhas cool down in a cool place before serving.

Let the pamonhas cool down in a cool place before serving.
Final result

Traditional Homemade Sweet Corn and Coconut Pamonha (Pamonha)

Traditional Homemade Sweet Corn and Coconut Pamonha (Pamonha)

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