World Flavors Cookbook

Humita en Chala (Fresh Corn Tamales)

A traditional Andean dish made from fresh ground corn, sautéed onions, and spices, wrapped in corn husks and boiled.

Cuisine: Argentina

Ingredients

• 6-8 fresh corn cobs
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
• 100g goat cheese or fresh cheese
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt, pepper, and sugar
• Corn husks (chalas)

Instructions

1. Grate the corn kernels into a thick paste.
2. Sauté onion and pepper, then mix with the corn paste and spices.
3. Overlap two husks, place a portion of the mixture and a piece of cheese in the center.
4. Fold into a packet and tie with strips of husk.
5. Boil in salted water for 45 minutes.