Pastelera de Choclo: Creamy Corn Pudding

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Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of Chile with this delicious Pastelera de Choclo recipe. A quintessential Chilean dish, this creamy corn pudding is perfect for summer gatherings or as a cozy main dish during cooler months. With its blend of sweet corn, aromatic herbs, and a hint of sweetness, it's sure to delight your taste buds.

Ingredients

🌽 1 kg frozen corn or 8-10 large corn cobs, grated
🧈 2 tablespoons butter
🌿 1/2 cup chopped basil
🧄 1 medium onion, diced into small cubes
🌶️ 1 teaspoon ají de color (paprika) - Gourmet
🧂 Sea salt - Gourmet
🧂 Ground black pepper - Gourmet
🥛 500 ml milk
🥚 2 eggs, lightly beaten
🍬 Powdered sugar, for dusting
🫒 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

1- Prepare the Ingredients:

Heat your portable electric cooktop to medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil and 2 tablespoons of butter to your frying pan.

2- Sauté the Onions:

Once the butter melts, add the diced onion to the pan. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent.

3- Add Seasoning:

Stir in 1 teaspoon of Gourmet ají de color, Gourmet sea salt, and Gourmet ground black pepper to taste. Continue to cook until the onions turn a golden brown color.

4- Blend the Corn Mixture:

In your Ninja blender, combine the corn, milk, and chopped basil. Blend until smooth.

5- Cook the Corn Mixture:

Pour the blended corn mix into the pan with the onions. Stir regularly until the mixture thickens slightly.

6- Incorporate Eggs:

Add the lightly beaten eggs into the corn mixture. Adjust seasoning with more Gourmet sea salt and pepper if needed. Stir to combine thoroughly.

7- Prepare for Baking:

Pour the entire corn mixture into your rectangular baking dish. Evenly dust the top with powdered sugar.

8- Bake to Perfection:

Bake the pastelera in a preheated oven at a typical baking temperature (not specified, but often around 180°C/350°F) until the top is golden brown and cooked through. The exact time will depend on your oven.

9- Serve:

Once done, allow the pastelera to cool slightly and serve warm, scooped directly from the dish.

Prep Time: Not specified
Cook Time: Not specified
Total Time: Not specified
Servings: Typically serves 6-8
Equipment: Frying pan (ceramic coated with wood-look handles), Portable electric cooktop, Wooden spatula, Blender - Ninja, Baking dish - suggestive of Le Creuset or similar, Salt grinder - Gourmet, Pepper grinder - Gourmet

Cooking Tips

Dusting with powdered sugar creates a delightful caramelized crust.
The addition of ají de color introduces a beautiful color and subtle flavor enhancement.

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