Chicken

Pastel De Choclo

Name: Pastel De Choclo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Unknown
Ingredients: 2 Eggs; 2 chopped Onions; 2 cloves minced Garlic; 1 tsp Salt; 1/2 tsp Paprika; To taste Black Pepper; 1 lb Ground Beef; 1/2 Chicken; 2 tablespoons Raisins; 2 tablespoons Green Olives; 3 cans Sweetcorn; 2 tsp Basil; 1 tablespoon Butter; 1 cup Milk; 2 tsp Sugar; To taste Salt

Pastel De Choclo is a classic dish that holds a distinguished place in traditional cooking. Celebrated for its wholesome ingredients and time-honored preparation, this dish brings authentic regional character to the home kitchen.

Carefully prepared featuring Eggs, Onions, Garlic, Paprika, Ground Beef, Chicken, Raisins, Green Olives, Sweetcorn, Basil, Butter and Milk, the ingredients are simmered and seasoned to achieve a satisfying depth of flavor. The cooking process allows natural aromas to develop, ensuring each portion is both hearty and flavorful.

Serve hot alongside fresh bread, steamed grains, or a crisp seasonal salad for a well-rounded dining experience.

If you enjoy authentic cooking, be sure to also explore our recipe for Aegean Chicken Salad.

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Ingredients

Eggs2
Onions2 chopped
Garlic2 cloves minced
Salt1 tsp
Paprika1/2 tsp
Black PepperTo taste
Ground Beef1 lb
Chicken1/2
Raisins2 tablespoons
Green Olives2 tablespoons
Sweetcorn3 cans
Basil2 tsp
Butter1 tablespoon
Milk1 cup
Sugar2 tsp
SaltTo taste

Step-by-Step Instructions

17 steps

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Step 1

Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with water.

Step 2♨️ Boil⏱️ 15 minutes

Bring to a boil, remove from heat, and let eggs stand in hot water for 15 minutes.

Step 3

Meanwhile, heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Step 4⏱️ 2 minutes

Add onions, garlic, 1 pinch salt, ¼ teaspoon paprika, and black pepper; cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes.

Step 5🥄 Mix⏱️ 5 minutes

Add beef, remaining 1 teaspoon salt, remaining ¼ teaspoon paprika, and black pepper; cook and stir until beef mostly browned, about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Add chicken, raisins, and olives.

Step 7

Remove eggs from hot water, cool under cold running water, and peel.

Step 8🔪 Prep

Roughly chop; add to beef mixture.

Step 9

Keep pino warm.

Step 10🥄 Mix

Combine corn and basil in a blender or the bowl of a food processor; blend until smooth.

Step 11

Pour into a saucepan over medium heat.

Step 12🥄 Mix⏱️ 10 minutes

Add butter; cook and stir until thickened, 7 to 10 minutes.

Step 13🥄 Mix⏱️ 15 minutes

Stir in milk, 2 teaspoons sugar, and salt; cook until thickened to a paste, about 15 minutes more.

Step 14🔥 Preheat

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 15

Spread pino into a baking dish.

Step 16✨ Serve

Cover with corn paste; sprinkle a little sugar on top.

Step 17🥧 Bake⏱️ 20 minutes

Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown on top, about 20 minutes.

👨‍🍳 Chef's Culinary Notes

Cultural Heritage

Pastel De Choclo carries a rich culinary tradition rooted in regional home cooking. Developed over generations, the recipe highlights wholesome local ingredients prepared with time-honored kitchen techniques.

Dietary Substitutions

To substitute whole eggs in baking, unsweetened applesauce, mashed banana, or a commercial egg replacer can work smoothly depending on whether the recipe is sweet or savory.

Chef Technique Tips

Resist the urge to open the oven door during the first two-thirds of the baking cycle. Opening the door vents trapped heat and steam, which can cause delicate baked goods to deflate or lose their rise.

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