Nutty Brazilian Pamonha with Fresh Corn and Cheese
A traditional Brazilian treat with a modern twist
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.
- 1 h 45 min
- 6
- Intermediate
Ingredients
For the Corn Mixture
For the Filling
For the Wrapping
Preparation
Preparing the Corn Mixture
Husk and prepare corn
Husk the corn, remove the kernels, and set aside the husks.
Blend mixture
Blend the corn kernels with milk until smooth.
Strain the corn mixture to achieve a smoother texture, if desired.
Mix ingredients
Pour into a bowl, then add sugar and salt, mixing well.
Preparing the Filling
Combine cheese and nuts
Combine the shredded mozzarella cheese with chopped Brazil nuts in a bowl.
Ensure husks are pliable—soak them in warm water if needed.
Mix filling
Mix until evenly distributed.
Cooking Process
Steaming Pamonha
Fold corn husks and fill with corn mixture and cheese, secure with twine.
Simmering
Place pamonha in a large pot with water, ensuring they are submerged, and simmer.
Cooling
Once cooked, let pamonha cool slightly before unwrapping.
Plating & Serving
Nutty Brazilian Pamonha with Fresh Corn and Cheese
Nutty Brazilian Pamonha with Fresh Corn and Cheese
Serve Hot & Garnish
Serve the pamonha hot, unwrapped, with a garnish of fresh cilantro and a sprinkle of additional chopped Brazil nuts for a nutty crunch.