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Savory Pamonha with Cheese (Pamonha salgada)

Discover how to prepare this creamy, authentic corn-based snack, featuring fresh corn and cheese, perfect for a comforting and traditional treat.

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Savory Pamonha with Cheese (Pamonha salgada)

Ingredients

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

Where to find ingredients

Find fresh corn at local produce markets or farmers' stalls. Essential items like milk, butter, and cheese are available at neighborhood grocery stores. For the queijo tipo Minas, visit specialized dairy sections or gourmet shops; if unavailable, a mild, semi-firm white cheese makes a suitable substitute.

Preparation method

  1. Carefully remove the corn husks, keeping some intact to use as wrappers.
  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 mixing bowl and stir in the salt, sugar, and grated cheese.
  7. Rinse the reserved corn husks thoroughly under running water.
  8. Shape the husks into small pouches for individual portions.
  9. Fill each pouch with the corn cream, folding the ends securely and tying them with kitchen twine.
  10. Place the pamonhas into a large 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 while warm or at room temperature.

Observations

Pamonha salgada is a traditional Brazilian delicacy that perfectly blends the sweetness of fresh corn with a savory hit of cheese. This classic recipe is straightforward to prepare, resulting in a creamy and flavor-packed dish that is ideal for sharing at any time of day. The secret lies in selecting good corn husks and carefully blending the kernels, which ensures a smooth texture and that unmistakable, irresistible aroma of boiled corn.
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Preparation method

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Step 1

Carefully remove the corn husks, keeping some intact to use as wrappers.

Carefully remove the corn husks, keeping some intact to use as wrappers.
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 mixing bowl and stir in the salt, sugar, and grated cheese.

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

Rinse the reserved corn husks thoroughly under running water.

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

Shape the husks into small pouches for individual portions.

Shape the husks into small pouches for individual portions.
Step 9

Fill each pouch with the corn cream, folding the ends securely and tying them with kitchen twine.

Fill each pouch with the corn cream, folding the ends securely and tying them with kitchen twine.
Step 10

Place the pamonhas into a large pot of boiling water.

Place the pamonhas into a large 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 while warm or at room temperature.

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

Savory Pamonha with Cheese (Pamonha salgada)

Savory Pamonha with Cheese (Pamonha salgada)

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