Sweet Corn Tomalito

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This sweet corn tomalito is a traditional Tex-Mex side dish that is great with any meal. Made on the stovetop, this steamed corn pudding is well worth the wait.

Submitted by THEKIRKLANDS
Updated on April 20, 2023
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
50 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 5 mins
Servings:
8
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups frozen whole-kernel corn, thawed, divided

  • ½ cup water

  • ½ cup cornmeal

  • ⅓ cup white sugar

  • 5 tablespoons margarine, softened

  • ¼ cup masa harina

  • 4 teaspoons milk

  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

  • ½ teaspoon salt

Directions

  1. Blend 1 cup corn kernels, water, and cornmeal in a blender or food processor just until smooth.

  2. Mix sugar, margarine, and masa harina together in a medium bowl until light and fluffy. Stir in blended corn mixture. Mix in remaining 1 cup corn, milk, baking powder, and salt until smooth.

  3. Pour tomalito batter into the top of a double boiler over simmering water, and cover tightly with aluminum foil. Steam until firm, 50 to 60 minutes, checking water level occasionally and refilling if necessary.

  4. Stir pudding before serving to give it a consistent texture. Serve in small scoops.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

173 Calories
7g Fat
27g Carbs
2g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 173
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7g 9%
Saturated Fat 1g 6%
Sodium 270mg 12%
Total Carbohydrate 27g 10%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Total Sugars 10g
Protein 2g 5%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 35mg 3%
Iron 1mg 5%
Potassium 114mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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