How Do You Make Ecuadorian Humitas? - South America Travel Pros

fresh corn

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: canned corn

Zucchini adds moisture and reduces calories.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds richness.

banana leaves

🥗Healthier: parchment paper

💰Cheaper: aluminum foil

Parchment paper is easier to find and still steams well.

Prepare the corn husks.

Create a filling that combines sweet corn, cheese, and spices.

Steam the humitas until cooked through.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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