Colombian Mazamorra
Mazamorra is a traditional Colombian dessert often served as a sweet soup or porridge. Made from corn, milk, and panela (unrefined cane sugar), it offers a simple yet rich and comforting flavor. It's a staple in many regions of Colombia and is often eaten with a spoon.
⏱ 90 min
👨🍳 medium
🍽 4 servings
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Ingredients
- 1 Tasse Dried white corn kernels
- 6 Tassen Water
- 4 Tassen Whole milk
- 1/2 Tasse Panela (grated or chopped)
- 1/4 TL Salt
- 1 Stange Cinnamon stick
- 1/2 TL Vanilla extract
- Zusätzlich Extra grated panela or cinnamon for serving
Instructions
- Soak the dried corn kernels in enough water overnight.
- The next day, drain the soaking water and rinse the corn kernels thoroughly.
- Bring the corn kernels with 6 cups of fresh water to a boil in a large pot. Reduce heat and simmer for about 60-75 minutes, or until the corn kernels are tender.
- Add the milk, panela, salt, and cinnamon stick. Stir well and continue to simmer for another 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture has slightly thickened.
- Remove the cinnamon stick and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Serve the Mazamorra warm, optionally sprinkled with a little grated panela or cinnamon.
Nutrition
320 kcal ·
8g Protein ·
60g Carbs ·
6g Fat