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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 mote (hominy)
1 cup queso costeño
2 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion
2 cloves garlic
1 medium bell pepper
1/4 cup cilantro
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
4 cups water
2 tablespoons lime juice

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

Boil water in a large pot and add ají topito and salt to taste.

2

Crush garlic with a knife and add a bit of salt to prevent it from jumping while crushing.

3

Chop ají topito and wash it thoroughly before adding it to the pot.

4

Once the water is boiling, add the chopped ají and crushed garlic.

5

Peel the ñame carefully, as it's the first time doing it, and cut it into small cubes for quick cooking.

6

Rinse the ñame cubes to remove any dirt.

7

Add the ñame cubes to the boiling water carefully to avoid splashes.

8

Increase the heat to soften the ñame and allow it to thicken the dish.

9

Chop the cheese into larger cubes to prevent it from disintegrating in the pot.

10

Prepare the sauce by chopping tomatoes, onion, and garlic, and add them to a separate pan with some oil.

11

Cook the tomato mixture until it reduces and thickens, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

12

Once the ñame is soft, add the cheese to the pot and mix well with the ñame and sauce.

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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