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Santiago Humitas

Name: Santiago Humitas
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 80 min
Yield: 8 porsiyon
Cuisine: Şili Mutfağı
Ingredients: 10 adet Taze mısır; 20 adet Mısır yaprağı; 15 yaprak Fesleğen; 1 adet Kuru soğan; 2 yemek kaşığı Sıvı yağ; 0.25 su bardağı Süt; 1 yemek kaşığı Toz şeker; 1 çay kaşığı Kırmızı toz biber; 1 tatlı kaşığı Tuz; 3 litre Su

Fresh corn, basil, onion, and milk cook inside corn husks for a Chilean summer classic.

Medium⏱️ 1 hr 20 min📖 1 min readServes 8~260 kcal🇨🇱 Chilean🌍 Full translation

40 min prep 35 min cook 5 min rest

Vegetarian
#Summer

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Timeline

Total 1 h 20 min

Prep40 min
Resting/Marinating5 min
Cooking35 min

Ingredients

8 servings

Quick:

10 adet Fresh corn
20 adet Corn husk
15 yaprak Basil
1 adet Onion
2 yemek kaşığı(~30 ml) Vegetable oil
0.3 su bardağı(~60 ml) Milk
1 yemek kaşığı(~15 ml) Granulated sugar
1 çay kaşığı(~5 ml) Red pepper powder
1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Salt
3 litre Water

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Instructions

1
Remove the corn husks without tearing them and reserve the wide ones for packets.
2
Cut the fresh corn kernels from the cobs and coarsely puree them with the basil.
3
Soften the onion in vegetable oil for 5 minutes, then add the red pepper powder.
5 min
05:00
4
Combine the corn puree, milk, granulated sugar, salt, and onion mixture, keeping the filling thick enough not to spread inside the husk.
5
Cross two corn husks, place the filling in the center, and tie them into a packet.
6
Cook the packets in salted boiling water for 25 minutes so the husks hold the filling firmly.
25 min
25:00
7
Drain the packets and rest for 5 minutes.
5 min
05:00

💡 Tip: Remove the corn husks without tearing them so the packets cook in boiling water without opening.

🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve hot with tomato salad, hot green pepper, and a little sugar if desired.

Nutrition (per serving)

⚠️ Estimated, 70% match

~260

kcal calories

g protein

g carbs

g fat

Protein 9%Carbs 64%Fat 27%

GI 35 · Low GIGL 15 · Medium GL

2.4g

Sugar

0.2g

Fiber

599.6mg

Sodium

0.6g

Saturated fat

⚠️ Nutrition data match is limited for this recipe (70%); values are estimates.

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.

Satiety (per serving)

5/10

Moderate satiety, fine between meals

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 Santiago Humitas make?
This recipe serves 8.
How long does Santiago Humitas take?
Prep 40 minutes, cooking 35 minutes, including 5 minutes of passive resting; 80 minutes in total.
Is Santiago Humitas difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.
How many calories does Santiago Humitas have?
Approximately 260 kcal per serving. Protein: 6g, carbs: 42g, fat: 8g.
Which allergens does Santiago Humitas contain?
This recipe contains Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.
Which cuisine does Santiago Humitas belong to?
This recipe belongs to Chilean cuisine.
How many ingredients does Santiago Humitas need?
This recipe needs 10 ingredients.
Is Santiago Humitas filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 5/10; moderately filling, suitable between meals. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.

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Instructions

Remove the corn husks without tearing them and reserve the wide ones for packets.

Cut the fresh corn kernels from the cobs and coarsely puree them with the basil.

Soften the onion in vegetable oil for 5 minutes, then add the red pepper powder.

5 min

05:00

Combine the corn puree, milk, granulated sugar, salt, and onion mixture, keeping the filling thick enough not to spread inside the husk.

Cross two corn husks, place the filling in the center, and tie them into a packet.

Cook the packets in salted boiling water for 25 minutes so the husks hold the filling firmly.

25 min

25:00

Drain the packets and rest for 5 minutes.

5 min

05:00

FAQ

How many servings does Santiago Humitas make?

This recipe serves 8.

How long does Santiago Humitas take?

Prep 40 minutes, cooking 35 minutes, including 5 minutes of passive resting; 80 minutes in total.

Is Santiago Humitas difficult?

This recipe is rated medium.

How many calories does Santiago Humitas have?

Approximately 260 kcal per serving. Protein: 6g, carbs: 42g, fat: 8g.

Which allergens does Santiago Humitas contain?

This recipe contains Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.

Which cuisine does Santiago Humitas belong to?

This recipe belongs to Chilean cuisine.

How many ingredients does Santiago Humitas need?

This recipe needs 10 ingredients.

Is Santiago Humitas filling?

Satiety bar per serving is 5/10; moderately filling, suitable between meals. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.

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