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Milho Torrado Maiz Cancha

Cultural Context

Milho Torrado, or Maiz Cancha, is a popular Peruvian snack made from toasted corn kernels. Traditionally served as a crunchy accompaniment to drinks or as a bar snack, it reflects the agricultural heritage of Peru, where corn is a staple food. Today, this delightful snack is enjoyed not only in Peru but also in various Latin American countries, often found in street food stalls and restaurants.

PeruvianPEsnack
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup dried corn kernels
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

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

1

Put a container on high heat.

2

Add a little oil to the container.

3

Wait a few seconds for the oil to heat up and distribute.

4

Let the oil sit for about 30 seconds.

5

Add the Peruvian corn to the container.

6

Let the corn warm up for another 30 to 40 seconds until you start hearing it pop.

7

Keep shaking the container while the corn pops to prevent burning.

8

Once popped, the Peruvian corn is ready to eat.

Cooking Techniques

frying

Equipment Needed

deep panslotted spoonpaper towels

Spice Level:

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Dietary

veganvegetarianplant-baseddairy-freeegg-freegluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Also Known As

CanchaPeruvian Toasted Corn

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