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Venezuelan Sweet Corn Cachapas

Venezuelan Sweet Corn Cachapas: Warm, Cheesy Comfort Food

Venezuelan Sweet Corn Cachapas are warm and cheesy pancakes that bring a delightful taste of comfort food to your table.
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
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups Sweet Corn Fresh or thawed frozen kernels
  • 1 Egg Consider using ground flax mixed with water for vegan option
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be used as a substitute
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Can replace with honey for a floral touch
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Olive oil can be a healthier alternative
For the Filling
  • 4 slices Buffalo Mozzarella Cheese Substitute with queso de mano or plant-based cheese for dairy-free option
For Serving
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter For richness when serving warm

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Skillet
  • spatula
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a blender or food processor, combine sweet corn, egg, all-purpose flour, salt, and granulated sugar. Blend until mostly smooth, leaving some texture.
  2. Place a large skillet over medium heat and add vegetable oil. Allow it to heat for 2-3 minutes until shimmering.
  3. Spoon approximately 60 ml of batter onto the skillet, forming pancakes. Cook for 3-4 minutes, flip, and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
  4. Place a slice of buffalo mozzarella in the center of each pancake, fold in half, and gently press to melt the cheese.
  5. Remove cachapas from the skillet and add a pat of unsalted butter on top before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cachapaCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Cachapas are best served warm and can be customized with various toppings or fillings.

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