- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 150 kcal
Quick summary
“Green corn curau in the husk is a creamy and sweetly sweetened dessert that takes green corn and milk. It is worth it for the moist texture and mild flavor.”
What you need to know
['- Perfect combination of corn and milk', '- Cook until thickened well for a creamy texture', '- Sprinkle with cinnamon before serving', '- Uses corn husks as natural wrapper', '- Takes about 50 minutes total preparation']
Ingredients
Main
- 6 ears of green corn (or 2 cans of corn)
- 500 ml of milk
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Cinnamon powder to taste
Instructions
Principal
- Cut the corn from the cobs and blend in a blender with the milk.
- Strain through a fine sieve and bring to the heat with the sugar and butter.
- Stir until it thickens well (20 min).
- Pour into previously washed corn husks or jars.
- Sprinkle with cinnamon and serve cold.
Chef's tips
['- Blend the corn with milk in a blender for a homogeneous mixture', '- Strain twice for a finer texture', '- Stir carefully so as not to burn the sweet']
Variations
['- Add a little vanilla extract for aroma', '- Use yellow corn instead of green', '- Mix a little cocoa powder for a chocolatey version']
Substitutions
['- Milk can be substituted with coconut milk for a different flavor', '- Sugar can be substituted with cups of panela sugar for a more traditional touch', '- Corn husks can be substituted with aluminum foil']
How to store
Let the curau cool completely before storing in airtight containers. It can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Can it be frozen?
It is not recommended to freeze this sweet, as it may lose consistency when thawing.
What to serve with
Serves well with black tea or coffee, or can be served as a dessert with a scoop of ice cream
Frequently asked questions
How can I vary the flavor of the sweet?
You can add a little vanilla extract for aroma, use yellow corn instead of green, or mix in a little cocoa powder for a chocolatey version.
How should I serve the candy?
Serves well with black tea or coffee, or can be served as a dessert with a scoop of ice cream.
Can curau be frozen?
It is not recommended to freeze this sweet, as it may lose consistency when thawing.
