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Homemade savory corn tamale with cheese (Pamonha salgada)

Discover how to prepare a creamy, authentic savory corn tamale using fresh corn and cheese, perfect for a hearty snack or comfort food.

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Homemade savory corn tamale with cheese (Pamonha salgada)

Ingredients

12 fresh ears of corn with husks, cleaned
2 teaspoons salt
3 tablespoons grated Minas cheese or Parmesan
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 cup whole milk
1 tablespoon margarine or butter

Where to find ingredients

Fresh corn with husks can be found in local markets or produce stalls; for Minas cheese, you may check specialty food stores or use a firm, mild white cheese as a local substitute.

Preparation method

  1. Carefully remove the husks from the corn ears, keeping some intact for the assembly process.
  2. Cut the corn kernels off the cobs using a sharp knife.
  3. Place the kernels in a blender and process until finely ground.
  4. Add the milk to the corn mixture and blend again until smooth.
  5. Pass the mixture through a coarse sieve to remove fibers for a creamier consistency.
  6. Transfer the strained cream to a bowl and stir in the salt, sugar, and grated cheese.
  7. Clean the reserved corn husks thoroughly under running water.
  8. Shape the husks into small pockets or pouches for individual servings.
  9. Fill each pouch with the corn mixture, closing the ends tightly and securing them with kitchen twine.
  10. Place the pamonhas into a pot of boiling water.
  11. Cook for approximately 10 minutes until the texture becomes firm.
  12. Remove the pamonhas from the water, drain well, and serve hot or at room temperature.

Observations

The savory pamonha is a classic Brazilian delicacy that perfectly balances the sweetness of fresh corn with the savory richness of cheese. This traditional recipe is straightforward to prepare, resulting in a creamy and flavorful dish that is wonderful to share on any occasion. The key to success lies in carefully selecting the corn husks and processing the kernels just right, ensuring a smooth, uniform texture and that irresistible aroma of freshly cooked corn.
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Preparation method

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Step 1

Carefully remove the husks from the corn ears, keeping some intact for the assembly process.

Carefully remove the husks from the corn ears, keeping some intact for the assembly process.
Step 2

Cut the corn kernels off the cobs using a sharp knife.

Cut the corn kernels off the cobs using a sharp knife.
Step 3

Place the kernels in a blender and process until finely ground.

Place the kernels in a blender and process until finely ground.
Step 4

Add the milk to the corn mixture and blend again until smooth.

Add the milk to the corn mixture and blend again until smooth.
Step 5

Pass the mixture through a coarse sieve to remove fibers for a creamier consistency.

Pass the mixture through a coarse sieve to remove fibers for a creamier consistency.
Step 6

Transfer the strained cream to a bowl and stir in the salt, sugar, and grated cheese.

Transfer the strained cream to a bowl and stir in the salt, sugar, and grated cheese.
Step 7

Clean the reserved corn husks thoroughly under running water.

Clean the reserved corn husks thoroughly under running water.
Step 8

Shape the husks into small pockets or pouches for individual servings.

Shape the husks into small pockets or pouches for individual servings.
Step 9

Fill each pouch with the corn mixture, closing the ends tightly and securing them with kitchen twine.

Fill each pouch with the corn mixture, closing the ends tightly and securing them with kitchen twine.
Step 10

Place the pamonhas into a pot of boiling water.

Place the pamonhas into a pot of boiling water.
Step 11

Cook for approximately 10 minutes until the texture becomes firm.

Cook for approximately 10 minutes until the texture becomes firm.
Step 12

Remove the pamonhas from the water, drain well, and serve hot or at room temperature.

Remove the pamonhas from the water, drain well, and serve hot or at room temperature.
Final result

Homemade savory corn tamale with cheese (Pamonha salgada)

Homemade savory corn tamale with cheese (Pamonha salgada)

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