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Venezuelan Sweet Corn Cachapas

Venezuelan Sweet Corn Cachapas: Comfort in Every Bite

Venezuelan Sweet Corn Cachapas are delightful pancakes made with fresh corn, filled with melty cheese, perfect for any meal or snack.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cachapas
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Venezuelan
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cachapas
  • 2 cups Sweet Corn Fresh or thawed frozen corn preferred
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour For structure
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Can substitute with honey
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil For cooking
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Buffalo Mozzarella Cheese Melts beautifully
For Serving
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter For topping
  • 1 tablespoon Optional Dipping Sauce Such as honey or salsa

Equipment

  • Blender
  • non-stick skillet
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a blender, combine the sweet corn, egg, all-purpose flour, salt, and granulated sugar. Blend until mostly smooth, leaving a bit of texture. Allow to rest for a few minutes.
  2. Place a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of vegetable oil. Heat for about 2 minutes until the oil shimmers.
  3. Spoon approximately 60 ml (1/4 cup) of the corn batter into the skillet and spread gently into a round shape. Cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Carefully flip the cachapa and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Repeat with remaining batter.
  5. Place a few slices of buffalo mozzarella cheese in the center of each cooked cachapa and fold in half. Let sit for 1-2 minutes to melt the cheese.
  6. Remove cachapas from the pan, top with unsalted butter, and serve warm, optionally drizzling with honey or your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cachapaCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Cachapas are best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored and reheated for later use. Use fresh corn for the best texture and flavor.

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