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Mote Con Huesillo

Cultural Context

Mote con Huesillo is a traditional Chilean summer drink and dessert, originating from the country's rural communities. It features a sweet concoction of husked wheat (mote) and dried peaches (huesillos) served in a sugary syrup, often enjoyed at outdoor festivals and markets. This refreshing treat symbolizes the warmth of Chilean hospitality and is a beloved part of the nation's culinary heritage, now enjoyed by locals and visitors alike during the hot months.

ChileanCLdessert
90 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup mote
4 cups dried peaches
6 cups water
1 cup sugar
2 cinnamon sticks

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

dried peaches

🥗Healthier: fresh peaches

💰Cheaper: canned peaches

Fresh peaches provide a lighter option and canned peaches are often more affordable.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers natural sweetness while brown sugar can be more cost-effective.

1

Soak mote in water overnight to soften.

2

Boil soaked mote in water until tender, about 30-40 minutes.

3

Drain mote and set aside to cool.

4

In a pot, combine water, sugar, and cinnamon sticks.

5

Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves.

6

Add dried peaches and simmer for 15-20 minutes until soft.

7

Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

8

Add lemon zest and vanilla extract to the peach mixture.

9

Combine cooked mote with the peach mixture in a serving bowl.

10

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

11

Serve cold, garnished with additional peach slices if desired.

Cooking Techniques

soakingboilingsimmeringchilling

Equipment Needed

potstrainerbowlrefrigerator

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarianveganplant-baseddairy-freeegg-freegluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Also Known As

Mote con HuesilloMote con Huesillos

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