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Venezuelan Sweet Corn Cachapas

Venezuelan Sweet Corn Cachapas: Comforting Cheese Pancakes

These Venezuelan Sweet Corn Cachapas are delightful pancakes filled with gooey cheese, perfect for any meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Venezuelan
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups Sweet Corn Fresh or thawed frozen corn works best.
  • 1 Large Egg Binds the batter and adds moisture.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can be swapped with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances overall flavor; adjust to taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Can substitute with honey.
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Essential for frying; choose a neutral oil.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Adds richness upon serving.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Buffalo Mozzarella Or Queso de Mano; use dairy-free cheese for vegan.

Equipment

  • Blender
  • non-stick skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a blender, combine fresh or thawed sweet corn, a large egg, all-purpose flour, salt, and granulated sugar. Blend until mostly smooth but slightly chunky.
  2. Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat for about 2 minutes. Add vegetable oil to coat the surface.
  3. Using a ladle, spoon approximately 60 ml of the batter onto the hot skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes until edges set and bottom is golden brown. Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
  4. Once cooked, place buffalo mozzarella in the center of the cachapa. Fold in half, pressing gently. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until cheese melts.
  5. Transfer the cachapa to a plate. Top with unsalted butter and serve immediately with optional toppings like fresh herbs or honey.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect for busy mornings or late-night cravings, these cachapas are versatile and can be adjusted to fit dietary preferences.

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