- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 250 kcal
Quick summary
“Creamy hominy with coconut milk is a typical sweet dish for the June Festival, easy to make and perfect for summer parties.”
What you need to know
- Utiliza milho de canjica e leite de coco para criar um sabor único e cremoso
- O leite de coco adiciona uma textura macia e doçura ao prato
- A receita é perfeita para preparar em festas, sendo fácil de servir em grandes quantidades
Ingredients
Main
- 1 cup of hominy corn
- 5 cups of water
- 1 can of coconut milk
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 pinch of salt
- Cinnamon powder to taste
- Condensed milk (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Principal
- Soak the hominy corn in water for at least 4 hours before cooking.
- Drain the corn and place it in a pot with 5 cups of water.
- Cook over medium heat until the corn is soft (approximately 30-35 minutes).
- Add the coconut milk, sugar, and the pinch of salt to the pan and mix well.
- Continue cooking for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally so it does not stick to the bottom.
- Check the sweetness and adjust, if necessary, by adding more sugar to taste.
- Turn off the heat and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
- If desired, serve with a drizzle of condensed milk and sprinkle cinnamon powder.
Chef's tips
- Deixe o milho de canjica de molho antes de cozinhar para facilitar a textura
- Regule o açúcar conforme o gosto pessoal, lembrando que o leite de coco já é doce
- Para servir, adicione um fio de leite condensado e polvilhe canela em pó
Variations
- Adicionar nozes picadas no final do cozimento para um toque crocante
- Usar canjica pronta ao invés de milho de canjica em grão para economizar tempo
- Misturar um pouco de chocolate em pó no leite de coco para um sabor mais intenso
Substitutions
- Pode-se usar leite condensado em lata como substituição para leite condensado em caixinha
- Açúcar pode ser substituído por adoçante natural, como xilitol, para quem prefere opções mais saudáveis
- Leite de coco pode ser substituído por leite de amêndoas ou leite vegetal sem sabor
How to store
Let the canjica cool completely before placing it in airtight containers. Stored in the refrigerator, it can last up to 3 days.
Can it be frozen?
It is not recommended to freeze Canjica, as it may alter the texture when defrosting.
What to serve with
Serves well with a lime juice or with a fruit salad as a light accompaniment for the cold cuts table.
Frequently asked questions
How can I make the canjica sweeter?
Adjust the sugar to taste, and you can add more sugar or condensed milk at the end of the preparation.
Can the canjica be served cold?
Yes, it can be served cold, which is an interesting option for summer parties.
Can the canjica be prepared in advance?
Yes, the Canjica corn can be soaked and partially cooked 24 hours before, which saves time when cooking.
What to do with leftover canjica?
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen in individual portions for future use.
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