Arepa de Choclo is a traditional Colombian dish created with fresh sweet corn, offering a delightful blend of savory and slightly sweet flavors. These corn cakes make a great choice for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, with a texture achieved by using fresh corn kernels ground to a coarse paste. Enjoy them warm with butter or cheese, and consider adding various fillings or toppings to suit different tastes. These arepas are naturally gluten-free, making them accessible for those with specific dietary needs.
Ingredients
- 4 ears fresh sweet corn kernels, ground to a coarse paste
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 Tbsp butter, softened
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Combine the ground corn, egg, cornmeal, milk, butter, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
- Mix until well combined to form a thick batter.
- Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Spoon the batter onto the skillet to form small arepas, about 3 inches in diameter.
- Cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve warm with butter or cheese.
Keywords: Anytime, Corn, Gluten-Free, Sweet, Breakfast, Colombian
Spice Rack: Salt
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