Cachapas from Venezuela

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.


Recipes · Everyday Cooking


Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 4 mins
Servings: 6
Total Time: 9 mins
Yield: 6 cachapas

Ingredients

Ingredients List

  • 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


Directions

  1. Blend corn, milk, egg, masa harina, sugar, and salt together in a blender until the mixture has the consistency of pancake batter.

  2. Heat oil in a a large skillet over medium heat. Add enough batter to form the size of a taco shell, 4 to 5 inches around. Cook until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining batter.


Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Nutrition Facts
246 Calories
12g Fat
35g Carbs
6g Protein


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