Venezuelan Cachapas (Corn Pancakes with Mozzarella) Recipe
Cachapas are traditional Venezuelan corn pancakes made from fresh corn blended into a thick batter with masa harina, then cooked on a hot skillet and filled with melty fresh mozzarella cheese. This recipe yields a deliciously sweet, slightly dense pancake perfect for a comforting breakfast or snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 cachapas 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Venezuelan
Ingredients
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For the Cachapa Batter
- 2 cups fresh corn, cut from the cob
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup milk
- 4 Tbsp masa harina (corn flour)
- 1 Tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 Tbsp butter, for cooking
For Filling
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the Batter: Add fresh corn, egg, milk, masa harina, sugar, and salt to a blender and blend until a thick paste forms. Let the mixture stand for about 10 minutes to thicken. If the batter is too thin, add more masa harina or flour to achieve a spoonable consistency.
- Preheat the Pan: Heat a 5-1/2 inch frying pan over medium heat until hot.
- Grease the Pan: Add some butter to the hot pan, coating it well to prevent sticking.
- Cook the Cachapas: Pour 1/3 cup of batter into the pan, forming a circle to cook evenly. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the bottom is golden brown.
- Flip and Cook Other Side: Carefully flip the cachapa with a spatula and cook for an additional 3 minutes until cooked through and browned.
- Add Cheese and Melt: Place fresh mozzarella slices on one half of the hot cachapa. Allow the cheese to melt, then fold the other half of the pancake over the cheese. Spread a little butter on top.
- Serve Hot: Serve immediately while warm and the cheese is gooey for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- If using frozen corn, defrost thoroughly and drain excess moisture completely to avoid a thin batter. Spread corn on paper towels to dry for best results.
- For thicker batter consistency, gradually add masa harina rather than all at once.
- Use fresh mozzarella for authentic texture and melting quality.
- Serve cachapas hot and fresh directly from the skillet for optimal taste.
Keywords: Cachapas, Venezuelan corn pancakes, corn pancakes, masa harina, fresh mozzarella, traditional Venezuelan recipe, breakfast pancakes, savory pancakes
