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Venezuelan Sweet Corn Cachapas


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  • Author: ladidsaadia
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Sweet corn pancakes filled with melty cheese, perfect for breakfast or a quick snack.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups fresh corn kernels
  • 1/2 cup cornmeal
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Oil for frying


Instructions

  1. Combine corn kernels, cornmeal, milk, sugar, salt, and baking powder in a blender until smooth.
  2. Heat a frying pan over medium heat and add a little oil.
  3. Pour batter onto the pan to form pancakes, about 4-5 inches in diameter.
  4. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese and cook until edges are golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Flip and cook for another 3 minutes until cheese is melted and pancake is golden.
  6. Serve hot as a breakfast or snack.

Notes

Blend until mostly smooth for best texture. Cook at medium heat to avoid burning the edges.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Venezuelan

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pancake
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg