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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Recipe Information
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
Instructions
In a food processor or blender, pulse the fresh corn kernels until a coarse puree forms. Set aside.
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.
Stir in the corn puree and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the milk, cornmeal, chopped basil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens, about 10-12 minutes. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Remove from heat and gently fold in the crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese.
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
Calories |
1589 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 72.6 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.6 g | 193% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 190 mg | 63% | |
| Sodium | 3484 mg | 151% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 206.9 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.8 g | 96% | |
| Total Sugars | 70.2 g | ||
| Protein | 54.0 g | 108% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 1054 mg | 81% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 2649 mg | 56% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
