Brazilian Cream Corn Pudding - Canjica (Curau)

hominy corn

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: regular corn

Quinoa is high in protein, while regular corn is more accessible.

condensed milk

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Coconut milk offers a dairy-free option, while evaporated milk is less sweet.

Peel the corn and wash it quickly.

Cut the corn off the cobs.

Blend the corn with the coconut milk in a blender.

Strain the mixture to separate the liquid from the solids.

Pour the liquid into a pot and add the sugar.

Cook the mixture, stirring constantly until it thickens and starts to boil.

Continue cooking for about 30 to 40 minutes, stirring without stopping.

Pour the mixture into a glass dish.

Add ground cinnamon to taste on top.

Let it cool down and then refrigerate for 30 to 40 minutes before serving.

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