Choclo, also referred to as Peruvian corn or Cuzco corn (after Cuzco, the capital city of the Inca empire), [1] is a large-kernel variety of field corn from the Andes. It is consumed in parts of Central America and South America, especially in Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia and Colombia.

Dec 11, 2012 · Corn, or Choclo, as it’s called in Peru, is a main staple of our daily diet since thousands of years ago. We have more than 30 varieties, in every color and size imaginable, and all of them delicious, but the giant kernel corn from Cusco is one of the best.

Choclo, Peruvian Corn. Choclo, also known as Peruvian giant corn, is one of the most iconic and widely used varieties in Peru. Recognized for its massive, chewy white kernels, which are much larger than regular sweet corn. It has a mild, slightly starchy taste and a texture that is softer and denser than North American corn.

Oct 16, 2013 · Like many items in our gastronomy, this dish has three different names: choclo Jose Antonio, for the restaurant that made it famous; choclo al comino, literally “cumin corn”; and choclo al Pacayal.

One of the four staples of Peruvian food is corn, or as the Incas called it choclo (choccllo). The term choclo refers to fresh ‘corn on the cob’ but is different in taste and appearance from the conventional western comfort food that people spread butter on or pop in the microwave.

Choclo con Queso is a simple yet beloved dish in Peru, capturing the essence of the country’s rich agricultural heritage. This delicious combination of choclo—a special variety of large, tender Peruvian corn—and queso, a fresh cheese, is a staple in Andean cuisine.

Choclo is the Quechua word for corn or maize, and in various South American countries, particularly in the Andean region, it refers to a specific type of large-kernel corn. Choclo kernels are much larger than those of the typical sweet corn known in many parts of North America.

Dec 9, 2024 · This pastel de choclo recipe features puréed sweet corn blankets over a ground beef, chicken, and hard-boiled egg filling in this Chilean shepherd's pie.

Dec 20, 2024 · Choclo con Queso (Corn with Cheese): A Delicious Delight! Welcome to the tasty world of Choclo con Queso! This delightful dish is a classic from the Andes, particularly loved in countries like Peru and Bolivia. Imagine biting into sweet, juicy corn topped with creamy cheese — it’s a mouthwatering experience that has captured the hearts of many.

We send you the flours for all the cheese breads so you can make them at home. (Almojábana, pandebono, buñuelo and pandeyuca)