Corn Tamalito

Anytime of the day and with the side dish of your choice, a corn tamalito is always the best option to serve as a starter.

This delicious treat, with its smooth texture and sweet flavor, has endured over the years as an important part of Honduran cuisine.

Corn Tamalito

Appetizers
1 hour
Steamed
4 Servings

Ingredients

10 Whole or shelled corn

1 liter of Milk

½ Butter

Frying oil

1 pinch of Salt

Sugar

Preparation

Step 1 : Start by scraping the corn into a large bowl and then process it in a mill to achieve a paste-like consistency.

Step 2 : Add salt, sugar, and margarine to the mixture, then gradually add milk until reaching a semi-liquid consistency.

Step 3 : Fill the tins with the mixture, ensuring they do not overflow.

Step 4 : Place the tamalitos in a pot, positioning them vertically.

Step 5 : Cover the remaining space with tins, add water, cover, and cook for 30 minutes.

Step 6 : Finally, serve with butter or cheese.

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