Dominican Majarete Recipe
The exact origin of majarete remains uncertain, as several countries, including Puerto Rico, Venezuela, Cuba, Colombia, Costa Rica, and the Dominican Republic, claim it as their own. However, the recipe varies significantly across regions.The Dominican and Cuban versions are considered the most alike, while the Puerto Rican version stands out by excluding corn entirely and sometimes incorporating rice milk instead. Nowadays, premade mixes for this pudding are readily available in convenience stores, allowing for quicker preparation.
Ingredients
- Corn cob (freshly husked) – 4
- Sugar (white, granulated) – ½ cup
- Corn starch – 1½ tbsp
- Cinnamon powder – ½ tsp
- Whole milk – 3 cups
- Salt – ¼ tsp
- Cinnamon sticks – 2
- Nutmeg (freshly grated), (optional)
Instructions
- Begin by shucking the corncobs. With the help of a sharp knife, cut kernels from the cob about ⅔ the depth of the kernels.
- The next step is to take the corn kernels along with sugar, corn starch, cinnamon powder, milk, salt and half a cup of water. Throw all the ingredients in a blender.
- Once blended properly, transfer the prepared combination through a strainer and save the liquid part. Get rid of the solid chunks.
- Now take a large saucepan and transfer the blended mixture into it. Make sure to add the cinnamon sticks at this point.
- Over a medium flame, allow the mixture to cook. Remember to stir constantly. This will prevent the mixture from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
- After some time, you will see the mixture thickening, and when it thickens to the consistency of drinkable yogurt, take the saucepan off the heat. This should take you about 15 minutes. Taste and add more sugar if necessary.
- Now, take the pot and set it into another pot containing cold water. Keep stirring until the dessert cools down. This step will stop a crust from forming.
- If you prefer your pudding chilled, place it in the refrigerator for some time. Once chilled, serve it in small bowls or ice cream glasses. Add a small amount of nutmeg on top of the pudding and there you have it. Your majarete is ready to be served!
Nutrition
Calories: 311kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 9gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 18mgSodium: 226mgFiber: 3gSugar: 38g
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