Nutty Brazilian Pamonha with Fresh Corn and Cheese

Name: Nutty Brazilian Pamonha with Fresh Corn and Cheese
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Fresh corn ears; Whole milk; Granulated sugar; Salt; Shredded mozzarella cheese; Chopped Brazil nuts; Corn husks; Kitchen twine or string

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

Fresh corn ears

8 ears, kernels removed

Whole milk

1 cup

Granulated sugar

1/2 cup

Salt

1/2 teaspoon

For the Filling

Shredded mozzarella cheese

1 1/2 cups

Chopped Brazil nuts

1 cup

For the Wrapping

Corn husks

Kitchen twine or string

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.

Simmer on medium-low heat for 45 minutes. If reheating, use low heat.

Cooling

Once cooked, let pamonha cool slightly before unwrapping.

Plating & Serving