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Trabzon Kayganası
Easy 25 min~220 kcal 6/10
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Riguas
Salvadoran fresh corn cakes cooked thin and served warm with cheese and cream.
Easy⏱️ 30 min📖 1 min readServes 4~260 kcal🇸🇻 Salvadoran🌍 Full translation
14 min prep 16 min cook
- #Under 30 min
- Vegetarian
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Timeline
Total 30 min- Prep14 min
- Cooking16 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
For the dough
- 4 cup(~800 ml) Fresh corn kernels
- 0.3 cup(~60 ml) Milk
- 1.5 tbsp(~23 ml) Butter
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Granulated sugar
General
- 0.6 tsp(~3 ml) Salt
For cooking
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Vegetable oil
For serving
- 160 g White cheese
- 0.5 cup(~100 ml) Strained yogurt
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Instructions
- 1
Process the corn kernels with the milk, butter, salt, and sugar into a coarse puree.
- 2
Heat the pan over medium heat and oil it lightly.
- 3
Spread the corn mixture in the pan as thin rounds.
- 4
Cook each side for 4 minutes, until browned.
8 min08:00 - 5
Repeat the same process with the remaining mixture.
- 6
Crumble the white cheese and whisk the strained yogurt.
- 7
Serve the riguas hot with the cheese and yogurt.
💡 Tip: Do not make the corn puree too loose; once spread in the pan, it should stay thick enough for the edges to set.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve the riguas hot with white cheese, crema-style strained yogurt, and optional spicy tomato sauce.
Good sources
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Calcium
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~260
kcal calories
8
g protein
36
g carbs
10
g fat
Protein 12%Carbs 54%Fat 34%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Milk
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Riguas make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Riguas take?
Prep 14 minutes, cooking 16 minutes; 30 minutes in total.Is Riguas difficult?
This recipe is rated easy.How many calories does Riguas have?
Approximately 260 kcal per serving. Protein: 8g, carbs: 36g, fat: 10g.Which allergens does Riguas contain?
This recipe contains Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Riguas belong to?
This recipe belongs to Salvadoran cuisine.How many ingredients does Riguas need?
This recipe needs 8 ingredients.
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