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Humintas al Horno

Cultural Context

Humintas al Horno is a traditional Bolivian dish made from fresh corn, often enjoyed during festivities and family gatherings. Its roots trace back to indigenous cultures that celebrated corn as a staple food. The dish embodies the rich agricultural heritage of Bolivia, showcasing the versatility of corn in both sweet and savory forms. Today, humintas are cherished not only in Bolivia but also in neighboring countries, each adding their own twist to this beloved recipe.

BolivianBOmain
60 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
4 cups fresh corn
1/2 cup butter
1 cup sugar
1 cup cheese
1 teaspoon anise

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

fresh corn

🥗Healthier: frozen corn

💰Cheaper: canned corn

Frozen corn retains freshness and flavor, while canned corn is budget-friendly.

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories, and cream cheese is often less expensive.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, while margarine can be a cost-effective substitute.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: powdered milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, and powdered milk is often cheaper.

1

Husk the fresh corn and cut the kernels from the cob.

2

Grind the corn kernels using a molino (mill).

3

Melt the manteca (butter) until it's hot and liquid.

4

Add sugar to the melted manteca to taste and mix well.

5

Add the ground corn to the mixture and stir until combined.

6

Cut the cheese into small cubes and add to the mixture along with anise.

7

Prepare the jarambos (husk) to wrap the mixture by opening them up.

8

Fill the jarambos with the corn mixture and cheese, folding the ends in.

9

Place the filled jarambos in a baking dish and put them in the oven.

10

Bake until they are golden and puffed up, checking occasionally.

Cooking Techniques

blendingmixingbaking

Equipment Needed

blendermixing bowlbaking dishovenspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairycorn

Also Known As

HumintaHuminta al horno

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