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Creamy Fresh Corn Curau

Learn to make a smooth Brazilian fresh corn curau with a naturally sweet flavour and a soft, chilled set.

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Creamy Fresh Corn Curau

Ingredients

100 g demerara sugar
500 ml plant-based milk
Ground cinnamon for sprinkling
4 ears fresh green corn
1 pinch salt

Where to find ingredients

In Tuvalu, fresh corn may be available from local produce sellers, community markets or the fresh section of small supermarkets when in season. Plant-based milk, demerara sugar, salt and ground cinnamon are usually found in grocery shelves or imported dry-goods sections. If fresh green corn is not available, frozen corn kernels can be used as a substitute, though fresh ears are the ideal ingredient.

Preparation method

  1. Cut the corn kernels off the cobs using a sharp knife
  2. Put the kernels in a blender, add the plant-based milk and blend until smooth
  3. Pass the mixture through a fine or medium sieve, pressing well to extract all the juice and discard the fibres
  4. Transfer the strained liquid to a pan, then add the sugar and the pinch of salt
  5. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly with a spatula so lumps do not form on the bottom of the pan
  6. Once it starts to boil, lower the heat and keep stirring until the cream thickens and reaches the consistency you want
  7. Pour the curau into one large serving dish or into individual cups
  8. Leave it to cool at room temperature, then place it in the fridge to set
  9. Finish by sprinkling ground cinnamon over the top before serving

Observations

Curau is a much-loved Brazilian corn pudding, appreciated for its fresh corn aroma and thick, creamy finish. This version uses kernels cut straight from the cob, giving the dessert a clean, natural sweetness.

For the best texture, take time with the straining and cooking. Pressing the blended corn well removes the fibres, while steady stirring over the stove keeps the cream glossy, smooth and free of lumps.
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Preparation method

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Step 1

Cut the corn kernels off the cobs using a sharp knife

Cut the corn kernels off the cobs using a sharp knife
Step 2

Put the kernels in a blender, add the plant-based milk and blend until smooth

Put the kernels in a blender, add the plant-based milk and blend until smooth
Step 3

Pass the mixture through a fine or medium sieve, pressing well to extract all the juice and discard the fibres

Pass the mixture through a fine or medium sieve, pressing well to extract all the juice and discard the fibres
Step 4

Transfer the strained liquid to a pan, then add the sugar and the pinch of salt

Transfer the strained liquid to a pan, then add the sugar and the pinch of salt
Step 5

Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly with a spatula so lumps do not form on the bottom of the pan

Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly with a spatula so lumps do not form on the bottom of the pan
Step 6

Once it starts to boil, lower the heat and keep stirring until the cream thickens and reaches the consistency you want

Once it starts to boil, lower the heat and keep stirring until the cream thickens and reaches the consistency you want
Step 7

Pour the curau into one large serving dish or into individual cups

Pour the curau into one large serving dish or into individual cups
Step 8

Leave it to cool at room temperature, then place it in the fridge to set

Leave it to cool at room temperature, then place it in the fridge to set
Step 9

Finish by sprinkling ground cinnamon over the top before serving

Finish by sprinkling ground cinnamon over the top before serving
Final result

Creamy Fresh Corn Curau

Creamy Fresh Corn Curau

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