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Mote de Queso

Cultural Context

Mote de Queso hails from the coastal regions of Colombia, particularly the Caribbean area, where it serves as a comforting dish often enjoyed for breakfast or as a snack. Traditionally made with fresh cheese and corn dough, it reflects the rich agricultural heritage of the region. Today, variations exist across Colombia, with some adding spices or different types of cheese, making it a beloved staple in many households.

ColombianCOmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 kilos of ñame
1 onion
2 tomatoes
fresh costeño cheese
olive oil
3 cloves of garlic
salt
pepper
cumin
turmeric
3 tablespoons of cream

fresh cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta

Cottage cheese offers a lower-fat option while maintaining a similar texture.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides healthier fats compared to butter.

corn dough

🥗Healthier: quinoa flour

💰Cheaper: maize flour

Quinoa flour adds protein while maize flour is more accessible.

fresh cheese

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Tofu is a plant-based alternative that is lower in calories.

1

Peel the ñame and cut off the ends.

2

Cut the ñame into cubes.

3

Wash the ñame cubes and place them in a pot with water.

4

Cover the pot and bring to a boil.

5

Chop the onion and tomatoes finely.

6

Cut the costeño cheese into cubes.

7

Add the costeño cheese to the pot once the ñame is cooked and soft.

8

In a skillet, heat olive oil and add the chopped onion and tomatoes to sauté.

9

Add three cloves of minced garlic to the skillet.

10

Season the sautéed mixture with a teaspoon of pepper, a teaspoon of garlic paste, cumin, and turmeric.

11

Adjust the seasoning with salt after tasting the mixture.

12

Combine the sautéed mixture with the ñame and cheese in the pot.

13

Add the remaining cheese cubes to the pot for extra flavor.

14

Stir in three tablespoons of cream to lighten the mixture.

15

Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéingmixing

Equipment Needed

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Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

MoteMote de Queso con Arepa

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