Brazilian recipe
Savory Pamonha with Cheese (Pamonha salgada)
Discover how to prepare creamy savory corn parcels made with fresh corn and cheese—a comforting, traditional snack with an authentic flavor.
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Ingredients
12 fresh ears of corn with husks, cleaned
2 teaspoons salt
3 tablespoons grated Minas or Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 cup whole milk
1 tablespoon margarine or butter
2 teaspoons salt
3 tablespoons grated Minas or Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 cup whole milk
1 tablespoon margarine or butter
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh corn on the cob at local island markets or produce stands. For the cheese, any supermarket dairy aisle will carry Parmesan; for authentic Minas cheese, check specialized Latin or international food importers. Use food-grade twine available in the kitchenware section of hardware or grocery stores.
Preparation method
- Carefully remove the corn husks, keeping some intact to use for shaping the parcels.
- Cut the corn kernels off the cobs using a sharp knife.
- Place the kernels in a blender and pulse until a crushed mixture is formed.
- Add the milk to the corn cream and blend again until the mixture is smooth.
- Pass the mixture through a coarse sieve to remove any tough fibers, resulting in a smooth cream.
- Transfer the strained cream into a bowl and stir in the salt, sugar, and grated cheese.
- Wash the reserved corn husks thoroughly under running water.
- Form small pouches using the husks to create individual servings.
- Fill each pouch with the corn cream, seal the edges securely, and tie them shut with food-grade kitchen twine.
- Place the pamonhas into a pot of boiling water.
- Cook for approximately 10 minutes until the corn cream has set and firmed up.
- Remove the pamonhas from the water, drain well, and serve them warm or at room temperature.
Observations
The savory pamonha is a classic Brazilian delicacy that perfectly balances the sweetness of fresh corn with the savory depth of cheese. This traditional recipe is straightforward to prepare and yields a creamy, flavorful dish that is perfect for sharing at any time of the day. The secret lies in carefully selecting the corn husks and processing the corn just right, which ensures a smooth, uniform texture and an irresistible aroma of cooked sweet corn.
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