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Mote de Queso Costeño

Cultural Context

Mote de Queso Costeño hails from the Caribbean region of Colombia, where it is a beloved comfort food. Traditionally made with hominy and local cheese, this dish reflects the region's agricultural heritage and the use of simple, hearty ingredients. It is often enjoyed as a main dish, especially during family gatherings or festive occasions. Today, variations can be found across Colombia, with some incorporating different cheeses or additional spices to suit local tastes.

ColombianCOmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups hominy (mote)
1 teaspoon salt
2 hoja de bleo (for garnish)
1 medium tomato, diced
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
8 oz queso costeño, crumbled
4 cups water
1 cup cooked white rice
2 tablespoons oil
1 teaspoon black pepper

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

queso costeño

🥗Healthier: feta cheese

💰Cheaper: cotija cheese

Feta cheese provides a similar tangy flavor while being lower in fat.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

1

Place a large pot on the stove and add water to heat.

2

Peel and chop the ñame into pieces.

3

Once the water is boiling, add the chopped ñame to the pot.

4

Add salt to taste, considering the saltiness of the cheese later.

5

Wash and add the hoja de bleo to the pot with the ñame.

6

Stir well and cover the pot to cook.

7

Prepare a hogao by chopping onion and tomato, and peeling garlic.

8

Sauté the chopped onion first, then add the tomato and garlic to the mix.

9

Once the ñame starts to soften, stir it with a spoon to help it break down.

10

Chop the queso costeño semiduro into small cubes.

11

When the ñame has a thick consistency, check if the hogao is ready.

12

Add the sautéed hogao to the pot with the ñame and stir to combine.

13

Add the chopped cheese to the mixture and stir gently, ensuring it doesn't clump together.

14

Cook until the cheese is slightly melted and well integrated into the dish.

Cooking Techniques

soakingboilingsautéing

Equipment Needed

large potsauté panspatulaknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-free

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Mote de QuesoMote Costeño

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