Cachapas from Venezuela

Description

Cachapas are traditional to Venezuela. They are a corn pancake that are so delicious and very easy to make. Traditionally they are topped with cheese or meat. Add a little butter on top and queso blanco or any cheese you like. They are loved by all ages.

Ingredients

  • 2 (15.25 ounce) cans whole kernel corn, drained
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • ¼ cup masa harina
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 4 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Blend corn
  2. milk
  3. egg
  4. masa harina
  5. sugar
  6. and salt together in a blender until the mixture has the consistency of pancake batter.
  7. Heat oil in a a large skillet over medium heat. Add enough batter to form the size of a taco shell
  8. 4 to 5 inches around. Cook until golden brown
  9. about 2 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining batter.

Prep Time: 5 mins

Cook Time: 4 mins

Total Time: 9 mins

Servings: 6

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