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Humita en olla
Husk the corn and pull off the silk. Stand each ear in a wide bowl and grate the kernels off on the large holes of a box grater, then scrape the cob with the back of a knife to get the last of the milk. You want about 800 g of pulp.
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How long does Humita en olla take?
1 hr all in — 25 min prep, 35 min cook. Cook and rest follow the method. Leftover storage and optional extra waits are not included.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 4 bowls. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Easy.
How spicy is it?
Mild.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Milk. Labels are informational — check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Nut-free.
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What does it cost to cook?
Weeknight budget — about $8–16 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Dutch oven, Chef's knife, Cutting board, Mixing bowl.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at 1½ tsp.
How much sugar?
1 tsp (only if the corn is not sweet, optional) of Sugar.
What can I use instead?
Fresh corn → 800 g frozen sweetcorn, pulsed with the milk. Blend to a coarse purée. It is sweeter and thinner; stir in a little cornstarch slurry if it will not thicken. Queso fresco → Mozzarella or another mild white cheese. Argentine cooks use queso fresco or cremoso. Anything mild that softens without vanishing will do.
What should I watch for?
Corn starch catches easily. Keep the heat low and stir often, right into the corners.
Any tips from this recipe?
Older, starchier corn thickens faster and tastes less sweet; young sweetcorn takes longer to thicken. Change the time, not the heat. It thickens further in the fridge. Loosen it with a little milk when reheating. In Salta it often comes with a small bowl of hot chilli sauce on the side for people to add as they like.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.