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Venezuelan Sweet Corn Cachapas

Venezuelan Sweet Corn Cachapas: Melt-In-Your-Mouth Bliss

Experience melt-in-your-mouth bliss with these Venezuelan Sweet Corn Cachapas, combining tender corn pancakes and gooey mozzarella.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cachapas
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Venezuelan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups sweet corn frozen corn works if thawed
  • 1 large egg binds the ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour can be swapped with gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt essential for flavor
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar for a floral hint, try honey
For Frying
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for frying; olive oil is healthier
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter for added richness
For the Filling
  • 1 cup buffalo mozzarella cheese consider queso de mano or plant-based cheese

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a blender or food processor, combine the sweet corn, egg, all-purpose flour, salt, and granulated sugar. Blend until mostly smooth with some texture.
  2. Transfer the batter to a mixing bowl and let it rest while you prepare the skillet.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat for about 3 minutes. Add vegetable oil to lightly cover the bottom.
  4. Spoon approximately 60 ml of batter onto the skillet, spreading to form a pancake about 1/2 inch thick. Cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Flip the cachapa and cook for another 3-4 minutes until both sides are golden.
  6. Place slices of buffalo mozzarella cheese in the center and fold the cachapa in half. Cook for another minute to melt the cheese.
  7. Remove from skillet, top with unsalted butter, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cachapaCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Cachapas can be served sweet with honey or savory with bacon, and leftovers can be stored in the fridge or freezer for quick meals.

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