Humitas Seasoned Corn Puree
Discover the comforting flavors of Humitas Seasoned Corn Purée, a traditional dish that transforms fresh corn into a creamy, savory delight. This recipe celebrates vibrant ingredients like sweet corn, aromatic basil, and a touch of ground cumin, brought together with the richness of butter and milk for a velvety texture. A hint of cornmeal adds body, while crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese provides a tangy finish. Ready in just 50 minutes, this warm and hearty dish can be savored as a side dish or a vegetarian main course. Perfect for showcasing the natural sweetness of summer corn, Humitas Seasoned Corn Purée is a simple yet flavorful recipe that will add a touch of South American tradition to your table.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups Fresh corn kernels (from about 6 ears of corn)
- 3 tablespoons Butter
- 1 cup Onion, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup Milk
- 0.25 cup Cornmeal
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup Queso fresco or feta cheese, crumbled
Directions
Step 1
In a food processor or blender, pulse the fresh corn kernels until a coarse puree forms. Set aside.
Step 2
In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Step 3
Stir in the corn puree and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently.
Step 4
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the milk, cornmeal, chopped basil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Step 5
Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens, about 10-12 minutes. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Step 6
Remove from heat and gently fold in the crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese.
Step 7
Serve warm as a side dish or a main course. Optionally, garnish with additional chopped basil or a sprinkle of cheese before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1258.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1588.6 |
| Total Fat 72.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 38.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g | |
| Cholesterol 189.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3483.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 206.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 26.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 70.2g | |
| Protein 54.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 60.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1053.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2648.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories