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Nutty Brazilian Pamonha with Fresh Corn and Cheese

Name: Nutty Brazilian Pamonha with Fresh Corn and Cheese
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 105 min
Total time: 140 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Fresh corn ears, 8 ears, kernels removed; Whole milk, 1 cup; Granulated sugar, 1/2 cup; Salt, 1/2 teaspoon; Shredded mozzarella cheese, 1 1/2 cups; Chopped Brazil nuts, 1 cup; Corn husks; Kitchen twine or string

Experience the unique flavors of Brazil with this sweet-savory dish made from fresh corn and melted cheese, offering a delightful combination of textures and tastes.

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·By Ethan Brooks·October 14, 2025

Nutty Brazilian Pamonha with Fresh Corn and Cheese — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

35 min

Cook

1 h 45 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Corn Mixture

For the Filling

For the Wrapping

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 462 kcal
Protein: 15.8 g
Carbs: 54 g
Fat: 23 g
Fiber: 5.8 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 2771 kcal
Protein: 95 g
Carbs: 324 g
Fat: 138 g
Fiber: 35 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Fresh corn ears 8 ears, kernels removed	896	32	192	8	24
Whole milk 1 cup	150	8	12	8	0
Granulated sugar 1/2 cup	387	0	100	0	0
Salt 1/2 teaspoon	0	0	0	0	0
Shredded mozzarella cheese 1 1/2 cups	480	36	3	36	0
Chopped Brazil nuts 1 cup	858	19	17	86	11
Corn husks	0	0	0	0	0
Kitchen twine or string	0	0	0	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Corn Mixture

1
Husk and prepare corn
Husk the corn, remove the kernels, and set aside the husks.
2
Blend mixture
Blend the corn kernels with milk until smooth.
Tip: Strain the corn mixture to achieve a smoother texture, if desired.
3
Mix ingredients
Pour into a bowl, then add sugar and salt, mixing well.

Preparing the Filling

1
Combine cheese and nuts
Combine the shredded mozzarella cheese with chopped Brazil nuts in a bowl.
Tip: Ensure husks are pliable—soak them in warm water if needed.
2
Mix filling
Mix until evenly distributed.

How to Make Nutty Brazilian Pamonha with Fresh Corn and Cheese

Total time: 2 h 20 min · Yields 6 servings

1
Steaming Pamonha
Fold corn husks and fill with corn mixture and cheese, secure with twine.
2
Simmering
Place pamonha in a large pot with water, ensuring they are submerged, and simmer.
3
Cooling
Once cooked, let pamonha cool slightly before unwrapping.