Humitas Seasoned Corn Puree

Discover the comforting flavors of Humitas Seasoned Corn Purée, a traditional dish that transforms fresh corn into a creamy, savory delight. This recipe celebrates vibrant ingredients like sweet corn, aromatic basil, and a touch of ground cumin, brought together with the richness of butter and milk for a velvety texture. A hint of cornmeal adds body, while crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese provides a tangy finish. Ready in just 50 minutes, this warm and hearty dish can be savored as a side dish or a vegetarian main course. Perfect for showcasing the natural sweetness of summer corn, Humitas Seasoned Corn Purée is a simple yet flavorful recipe that will add a touch of South American tradition to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Fresh corn kernels (from about 6 ears of corn)
• 3 tablespoons Butter
• 1 cup Onion, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 0.25 cup Cornmeal
• 2 tablespoons Fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.5 cup Queso fresco or feta cheese, crumbled

Directions

Step 1

In a food processor or blender, pulse the fresh corn kernels until a coarse puree forms. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the corn puree and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the milk, cornmeal, chopped basil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens, about 10-12 minutes. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 6

Remove from heat and gently fold in the crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese.

Step 7

Serve warm as a side dish or a main course. Optionally, garnish with additional chopped basil or a sprinkle of cheese before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1258.5 grams (1258.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1589

Total Fat 72.60g	93%
Saturated Fat 38.60g	193%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.10g
Cholesterol 190mg	63%
Sodium 3484mg	151%
Total Carbohydrate 206.90g	75%
Dietary Fiber 26.80g	96%
Total Sugars 70.20g
Protein 54.00g	108%

Vitamin D 60IU	302%
Calcium 1054mg	81%
Iron 9mg	47%
Potassium 2649mg	56%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.5%

Protein: 12.7%

Carbs: 48.8%