Brazilian recipe
Homemade Savory Pamonha: Authentic Creamy Corn Delicacy
Master the art of making authentic savory pamonha, featuring a velvety corn texture and a rich cheesy center—the ultimate comfort snack.
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Ingredients
12 ears of corn with husks
2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon margarine
1 cup milk
3 tablespoons Minas cheese or grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon margarine
1 cup milk
3 tablespoons Minas cheese or grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon sugar
Where to find ingredients
Fresh corn, salt, margarine, milk, cheese, and sugar can be found in most supermarkets. For fresh corn, look for the freshest ears possible, usually in the produce section. Specialty cheese shops or larger supermarkets may offer a wider variety of cheese options.
Preparation method
- Carefully remove the husks from the corn ears
- Reserve the most beautiful and intact husks for assembling the wrappers
- Cut the corn kernels off the ears using a sharp knife
- Place the kernels in a blender and blend well until a pureed mixture is obtained
- Add the milk to the blended corn and process again until the mixture is homogeneous
- Pass this cream through a coarse sieve to remove excess fibers
- Transfer the strained cream to a bowl
- Incorporate the salt, sugar, and grated cheese into the mixture, stirring well
- Wash the reserved husks under running water
- Shape small wrappers (pouches) with the husks
- Distribute the corn cream inside each husk pouch
- Close the pamonhas by folding the ends and tie firmly with kitchen twine
- Cook the pamonhas in a pot of boiling water
- Let cook for approximately 10 minutes
- Remove from water, let drain, and serve hot or at room temperature
Observations
This recipe brings back the taste of Brazilian rural traditions. Made with fresh corn, savory pamonha is a practical, nutritious delicacy perfect for sharing on any occasion. The secret lies in the careful preparation of the corn husks, which ensure ideal cooking and that unmistakable aroma of cooked corn.
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