World Flavors Cookbook

Cocido Quemado

Paraguayan burned sugar mate — yerba mate with caramelized sugar and milk, the winter morning drink of Paraguay.

Cuisine: Paraguay

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp yerba mate
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 500ml milk
• Water

Instructions

1. Caramelize sugar in a dry pot until deeply golden.
2. Add yerba mate. Stir briefly in the caramel.
3. Add hot water and milk.
4. Simmer 3-5 minutes.
5. Strain into cups.