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Colombian Bollo Limpio

Cultural Context

Bollo Limpio is a traditional Colombian dish, often enjoyed as a snack or side. Originating from the coastal regions, it reflects the local use of yuca and corn, staples in Colombian cuisine. Traditionally served with a hot chocolate or coffee, it embodies warmth and comfort. Today, variations exist across Colombia, with some adding different fillings or spices, showcasing the dish's adaptability in modern kitchens.

ColombianCOside
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups white dry corn
4 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup cheese
4 large fresh corn husks

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

yuca

🥗Healthier: sweet potato

💰Cheaper: potatoes

Sweet potato offers similar texture and flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides a healthier fat option.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast offers a cheesy flavor without dairy.

cornmeal

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

1

Hydrate white dry corn for 24 hours and wash it again.

2

Place the corn in a pressure cooker for 85 minutes without adding salt.

3

Process the cooked corn in batches until smooth.

4

Combine processed corn with a little butter, salt, and leftover cheese, and work the dough until smooth.

5

Form the dough into rolls.

6

Take fresh corn husks, place a bottom piece, crisscross another on top, and cover it, tying it to prevent water from entering.

7

Tie each roll securely with the husks to ensure they cook well.

8

Place the tied rolls into boiling salted water and cook for about 45 minutes.

9

Let the rolls cool completely before removing the husks.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmashingmixingsteaming

Equipment Needed

potsteamermixing bowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

BolloBollo de yuca

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