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Creamy Canjica with Coconut and Peanuts

Creamy Canjica with Coconut and Peanuts
Prep
20 min
Cook
30 min
Total time
50 min
Yield
4 servings
Difficulty
EASY
Calories
350 kcal

Quick summary

“Creamy Canjica with coconut and peanuts is a delicious dessert that combines the sweetness of corn with the intense flavor of coconut and toasted peanuts. It is worth making due to its unique flavor and soft texture.”

What you need to know

  • O milho de canjica deve ser de molho por 12 horas para garantir a textura perfeita
  • O leite de coco dá um toque especial ao prato, adicionando um sabor suave e cremoso
  • O amendoim torrado e moído adiciona textura e um sabor crocante

Ingredients

Main

  • 500 g of corn for white canjica
  • 1 liter of milk
  • 200 ml of coconut milk
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup of roasted and ground peanuts
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 5 cloves
  • 1 pinch of salt
  • Shredded coconut to taste (optional)

Instructions

Principal

  1. Let the hominy corn soak for 12h.
  2. Cook in a pressure cooker with water until tender (approx. 30 min).
  3. Drain the excess water and add the milk, coconut milk, cinnamon, clove, and salt.
  4. Cook for 10 min, then add the condensed milk and cook for another 10 min.
  5. Finish with the ground peanuts and grated coconut. Serve hot or cold.

Chef's tips

  • Use leite de coco de qualidade para melhor sabor
  • Cozinhe o milho em panela de pressão para economizar tempo
  • Adicione o amendoim no final para garantir que não grude no fundo da panela

Variations

  • Inclua uma pitada de canela em pó no final para um toque adicional de sabor
  • Use leite de amêndoas para um prato sem glúten
  • Adicione um pouco de chocolate em pó no final para uma versão mais doce

Substitutions

  • Pode substituir o leite condensado por leite em pó e açúcar
  • O leite pode ser substituído por leite de vaca ou leite vegetal
  • O amendoim torrado pode ser substituído por nozes torradas

How to store

Store the canjica in the appropriate pan or bowl in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Can it be frozen?

It is not recommended to freeze the ready-made canjica, as it may alter the texture. However, you can freeze the ingredients individually and prepare the canjica when you need it.

What to serve with

Serve the canjica with fresh heavy cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream to complement the flavor.

Frequently asked questions

Can canjica be frozen?

It is not recommended to freeze the ready-made canjica, but the ingredients can be frozen individually.

What is the best way to serve canjica?

Serve the canjica hot or cold, accompanied by a scoop of ice cream or fresh heavy cream.

Can I use light coconut milk?

Yes, you can use light coconut milk to reduce calories, but it may affect the flavor.

What to do with leftover peanuts?

Save the leftover peanuts to use in salads, juices, or as a side dish for savory plates.

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