Majarete
Majarete is a traditional Puerto Rican dessert made with corn, coconut milk, and spices.
Ingredients - Serves 6
- Ground cinnamon (for garnish) - To taste
- Water - 1/4 cup
- Cornstarch - 2 tablespoons
- Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
- Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
- Cinnamon - 1 teaspoon
- Sugar - 1/2 cup
- Coconut milk - 2 cups
- Corn kernels - 2 cups
Let's Get Started
- In a blender, combine the corn kernels and coconut milk. Blend until smooth.
- In a saucepan, combine the corn and coconut mixture, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens, about 10 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until well combined. Add the cornstarch mixture to the saucepan and continue cooking for another 5 minutes, or until the mixture reaches a pudding-like consistency.
- Remove from heat and let cool for a few minutes.
- Pour the mixture into individual serving bowls or molds. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
- Before serving, sprinkle with ground cinnamon for garnish.
- Enjoy the creamy and delicious majarete!
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Dessert
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 8g
- Carbs: 30g
- Protein: 4g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Sugar: 15g